Disaster Readiness and Risk Reduction: Quarter 1 - Module 9: Hazard and Its Types
Disaster Readiness and Risk Reduction: Quarter 1 - Module 9: Hazard and Its Types
Disaster Readiness and Risk Reduction: Quarter 1 - Module 9: Hazard and Its Types
Risk Reduction
Quarter 1 – Module 9:
Hazard and Its Types
Disaster Readiness and Risks Reduction
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 – Module 9: Hazard and Its Types
First Edition, 2020
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Welcome to the Grade 11/12 Disaster Readiness and Risks Reduction (DRRR)
Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Hazard and its Types!
This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help
learners acquire the needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration
their needs and circumstances.
In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of
the module:
As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module.
You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to
manage their learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the
learners as they do the tasks included in the module.
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For the learner:
Welcome to the Grade 11/12 Disaster Readiness and Risks Reduction (DRRR)
Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Hazard and its Types!
The hand is one of the most symbolized parts of the human body. It is often used to
depict skill, action, and purpose. Through our hands, we may learn, create, and
accomplish. Hence, the hand in this learning resource signifies that you as a
learner is capable and empowered to successfully achieve the relevant
competencies and skills at your own pace and time. Your academic success lies in
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This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities
for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be
enabled to process the contents of the learning resource while being an active
learner.
What I Need to Know This will give you an idea of the skills or
competencies you are expected to learn in
the module.
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Assessment This is a task which aims to evaluate your
level of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.
1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of
the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities
included in the module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your
answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not
hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are
not alone.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning
and gain deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!
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What I Need to Know
This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
master the Disaster Readiness and Risks Reduction on the topic Hazard and its
Types. It contains different information about hazard and comprises of different
samples. The scope of this module permits it to be used in many different learning
situations specifically in dealing various hazards. The language used recognizes the
diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to follow the
standard sequence of the course. But the order in which you read them can be
changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.
What I Know
Read the following sentences carefully and choose the letter of the correct
answer.
1. Which is not the meaning of Hazard?
A. Hazard is an agent which has the potential to cause harm to
vulnerable target.
B. Hazard cannot cause harm or damage to humans, property,
or environment.
C. Hazard is defined as the source of danger and is something
that may cause injury or harm. It is also the uncertain
course of events in a country.
D. Hazard is a dangerous phenomenon, substance, human
activity or condition that may cause loss of life, injury or
other health impacts, property damage, loss of livelihoods
and services, social and economic disruption, or
environmental damage.
2. Which is not an example of Natural Hazards?
A. Fires C. Landslides
B. Floods D. Tsunami
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3. It is the type of Hazard that arises through interaction of natural
processes and human activities.
A. Natural hazards C. Technological (or man-made) hazards
B. Quasi-natural hazards D. None of the above
4. Which is an example of Natural Hazard?
A. Avalanche C. Pollution
B. Plane crash D. Smog
5. This type of hazards arises directly as a result of human activities.
A. Natural hazards C. Technological (or man-made) hazards
B. Quasi-natural hazards D. None of the above
6. Which is not an example of Quasi- Natural Hazards?
A. Air pollution C. Volcanic eruptions
B. Smog D. Water Pollution
7. Which is an example of Quasi- Natural Hazards?
A. Fog C. Strom surge
B. Landslides D. Toxic
8. It is the type of hazards that arises from natural processes in the
environment.
A. Natural hazards C. Technological (or man-made) hazards
B. Quasi-natural hazards D. None of the above
9. Which is an example of Natural Hazards?
A. Dam failures C. Plane Crashes
B. Sandstorm D. Smog
10. Which of the following is a man-made disaster?
A. Major fire C. Terrorism
B. Pollution D. All of the above
11. Bush Fire is an example of what types of Hazards?
A. Natural hazards C. Technological (or man-made) hazards
B. Quasi-natural hazards D. None of the above
12. Which one of the following is a Type of Natural Hazard?
A. Acid rain C. Pollution
B. Oil spill D. Wild fire
13. What is drought?
A. No rainfall for a long continuous period
B. Heavy rainfall for a long continuous period
C. Moderate rainfall for a long continuous period
D. None of the above
14. Which is not associated with the word HAZARD?
A. Cautious C. Peril
B. Menace D. Risk
15. These are the examples of Natural Hazards in the Philippines EXCEPT
A. Avalanche C. Volcanic eruptions
B. Lightning D. None of the above
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Lesson
This lesson introduces various concepts underlying hazard and determine types of
Hazard and its example. In the varied information given below it will help students
understand the major effects of hazards and how to prevent and avoid that to
happen. It will also serve as a warning signal for the students to be aware and extra
cautious.
These are the some definitions of Hazards from different sources:
According to Burton et al (1978), Hazard is defined as "Those elements of the
physical environment, harmful to man and caused by forces extraneous to him.
It is also defined as a source of potential harm or a situation with a potential to
cause loss (Standards Australia 2000).
A hazard is any object, situation, or behavior that has the potential to cause injury,
ill health, or damage to property or the environment.
As stated in Philippine DRRR law 2010, Hazard is a dangerous phenomenon,
substance, human activity or condition that may cause loss of life, injury or other
health impacts, property damage, loss of livelihoods and services, social and
economic disruption, or environmental damage.
What’s In
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Notes to the Teacher
What’s New
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Activity 2.2. Let’s Know Deeper! SPOT THE HAZARDS
Find hazards on the given pictures and answer the following questions below
A. Hazard at home
B. Hazard at school
Source: Slip, Trip and Fall Hazards, accessed March 9, 2015, www. youtube.com,
https://youtu.be/ChQ8aoeHoEQ?t=146
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C. Hazard outside
1. List down the 5 different hazards found at home, school and outside.
2. Classify the types of Hazards present on the given picture.
3. Can the effects of hazards be avoided? How?
HAZA
RD
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Activity 2.4 Give your own definition of the term HAZARD by
completing the acrostic.
H-
A-
Z-
A-
R-
D–
What is It
Let’s Learn
After identifying hazards in the previous activity, this part gives information about
the types of Hazard and its example.
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Hazards Signs and Symbols
These signs and symbols with corresponding meaning below help people to be extra
cautious, aware and observant in surroundings.
FLAME
- Flammable
- Self-heating
- Emits Flammable Gas
- Pyrophoric
HEALTH HAZARD
- Reproductive toxicity
- Respiratory sensitizer
- Target organ toxicity
- Aspiration toxicity
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EXPLODING BOMB
- Explosives
- Self-reactives
- Organic Peroxides
- Fatal or toxic
- Acute toxicity
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Natural Hazards Signs and Symbols
Source: Much Mania, Natural Disaster Warning Signs, Caution, Danger, Hazard Symbol Set, 2003-2020,
https://www.shutterstock.com/image-vector/natural-disaster-warning-signs-caution-danger-302759177
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Quasi-Natural Signs and Symbols
ENVIRONMENT
- Aquatic toxicity
- Air toxicity
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What’s More
Choose the right example of types of hazards below and write it on the
corresponding table.
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A. See the following pictures below and give the sign and symbol and its
description
1.
2.
Source: Wamsler, smog warning sign, grungy style,
vector illustration, www.google.com,
https://www.123rf.com/photo_37312853_stock-
vector-smog-warning-sign-grungy-style-vector-
illustration.html
4.
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5.
Complete Me!
Complete the following sentences by giving the appropriate answer needed in the
blank.
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What I Can Do
A. Let’s Pretend!
The Philippines is considered as the third most prone to hazard country in the
world, having more than 20 tropical cyclones in a year, earthquakes, and more
than 20 active volcanoes found all over the country. As a disaster advocate, what
are the things that you can contribute to possibly minimize the risks of disaster in
your home and school?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
Conduct an interview among your family members about the hazards they
encounter in the following settings. Then classify them according to types of
hazards.
1. In school
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
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3. In workplace
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
Assessment
Read the following sentences carefully and choose the letter of the correct answer.
1. Which is not the meaning of Hazard?
A. Hazard is an agent which has the potential to cause harm to
vulnerable target.
B. Hazard cannot cause harm or damage to humans, property,
or environment.
C. Hazard is defined as the source of danger and is something that may
cause injury or harm. It is also the uncertain course of events in a
country
D. Hazard is a dangerous phenomenon, substance, human activity or
condition that may cause loss of life, injury or other health impacts,
property damage, loss of livelihoods and services, social and economic
disruption, or environmental damage.
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6. Which is not an example of Quasi- Natural Hazards?
A. Air pollution C. Volcanic eruptions
B. Smog D. Water pollution
15. These are the example of Natural Hazards in the Philippines EXCEPT
A. Avalanche C. Volcanic eruptions
B. Lightning D. None of the above
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Additional Activities
Make your own article discussing the effects of hazards and how do people survive
in this kind of situation?
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Answer Key
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References
E-book:
Difference between Natural and Man Made Disaster, accessed June 23, 2016,
https://pediaa.com/difference-between-natural-and-man-made-disaster/
Website
Much Mania, Natural Disaster Warning Signs, Caution, Danger, Hazard Symbol Set,
2003-2020, https://www.shutterstock.com/image-vector/natural-disaster-
warning-signs-caution-danger-302759177
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