Emergency preparedness is commonly defined as the process of ensuring that an organization (1) has complied with preventive measures, (2) is in a state of readiness to contain the effects of a forecasted disastrous event to minimize loss of life, injury, and damage to property, (3) can provide rescue, relief, rehabilitation, and other services in the aftermath of the disaster, and (4) has the capability and resources to continue to sustain its essential functions without being overwhelmed by the demand placed on them. The Tribhuvan International Airport Disaster Response Plan (TIADRP) is designed to support the airport in achieving the necessary preparedness measures described in the above definition.
The purpose of this document is to develop a disaster response plan for Tribhuvan International Airport in case of an earthquake, which can be applied to all hazards.
