What is the goal of the Risk-Informed All-Hazards Approach?

• A. To standardize procedures for a single hazard
• B. To build a flexible response framework capable of handling identified critical risks and unexpected emergencies
• C. To minimize recovery time after disasters
• D. To prioritize cost savings in response

Answer: (B)

Risk-informed all-hazards focuses on building a response framework that stays effective across a wide range of threats by prioritizing identified critical risks and maintaining flexibility to handle surprises. This approach uses risk assessment to decide what actions and resources matter most for protecting lives, safety, and essential services, and it is designed to scale and adapt as conditions change or new threats emerge. Because the goal is resilience across multiple hazards, the plan isn’t tied to a single event, and it isn’t driven solely by cost concerns or by rushing to recovery—the emphasis is on having a capable, adaptable system that can respond effectively to whatever hazards arise.