Introduction to disaster planning, response and recovery is the first book in the How To Disaster Management Series by Ian Watts. It is written for new emergency and disaster managers who need an overview of the skills and disciplines involved in disaster and emergency management in any industry, organisation or location. The book provides easy to follow checklists and guidance, in logically laid out sections which will give emergency and disaster managers an overview of: planning and management law; types of disasters; relevant management skills; roles and responsibilities; hazard and risk assessment; how to prepare for a disaster situation; setting up, resourcing and operating emergency control centres; response and recovery; and information gathering and analysis. The book can be carried on any mobile device to allow users to access the information, checklists and guides at any time in any environment. Once downloaded, no internet connection is required. Other books in the series deal with all of the topics in this publication in greater detail and some concentrate on specific types of environment such as sports and medical facilities.