Safeguarding plans for cultural heritage in disaster management

Most countries around the world today have provisions for safeguarding cultural heritage in their disaster management plans either as part of their obligation under international law or specific requirement of the national civil protection laws.

Cultural Factors: Customs/traditions/rituals, Rule of law

Hazards: Natural hazards, Man-made non-intentional hazards or emergency situations

Disaster Phases: Response, Preparedness

Types of Actors Concerned: National civil protection body