IJEP 44(4): 340-351 : Vol. 44 Issue. 4 (April 2024)
1. Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, Department of Geography, School of Earth Sciences, SRT Campus, Tehri – 249 199, Uttarakhand, India
2. The Institute of Geoinformatics, Geocatalog, New Delhi – 110 025, India
3. Jamia Millia Islamia, Department of Geography, Faculty of Natural Sciences, New Delhi – 110 025, India
4. University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Shinas, Sultanate of Oman
5. Graphic Era Hill University, Department of Chemistry, Dehradun – 248 002, Uttarakhand, India
Abstract
This paper analyses disaster resilience with respect to chemical hazards in an educational setting at Jamia Millia Islamia University, located in a densely populated area. It aims to lower chemical exposure and improve chemical management. A hazard assessment was done with hazardous units identified and mapped within the campus and its environs, followed by risk and vulnerability assessment and then disaster resilience and safety. Responsible chemical management will likely boost classroom learning, the environment and the community’s overall health. This research would aid administration, students, teachers and other staffs in better planning and responding to mishap and building a safer and more resilient infrastructure and community.
Keywords
Chemicals, Hazard, Exposure, Management, Educational setup, Jamia Millia Islamia
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