EM 5020 - Legal Issues in Emergency Management

Institution:

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

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Description:

In this course, students will begin with a review of the role of law in emergency management, the history of law and emergency management, the recent legislation that has changed the approach to emergency management in the U.S., specifi cally all-hazards approach to emergency management utilizing a national incident management system. Next, students will explore the specifi c bases and nature of governmental authority to prepare and respond to, recovery from, and mitigate the different hazards and disasters. As part of this examination, students will address the effects of government authority on the rights of individuals and their property. Students will further analyze the legal limits and liabilities that stem from the exercise of governmental authority, as well the liability issues faced by the private sector in disaster situations. Included in the course is a review of Constitutional powers and limits, the U.S. legal system, and the authorities and limits on administrative agencies which all relate to emergency management. Case studies will include topics in: emergency management and protection of the environment, emergency management and protection of the public health, and the regulatory programs for federal disaster assistance. Prerequisite: Graduate Status STCW: None

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0.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.maritime.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 830-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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