Preparedness is a set of actions that are taken as precautionary measures in the face of potential disasters.
Preparedness is a major phase of emergency management, and is particularly valued in areas of competition such as sport and military science.
Methods of preparation include research, estimation, planning, resourcing, education, practicing, and rehearsing.
In the United States, the American Red Cross, a non-profit organization, provides disaster preparedness education.
[4] This approach includes individuals, families, businesses, faith-based and community groups, profitable groups, schools and academia, media outlets, and all levels of governments and assigns them a role in preparedness efforts.