Damage assessment can be described as an inspection/investigation into the damage of either a specific facility and/or a particular area, to aid disaster managers in deciding on the type and amount of assistance required to restore a sense of normality to the affected area. The result of this inspection is to be recorded and assessed at the National and/or Parish levels by the appropriate agencies.

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This plan outlines the intended actions to be taken by the Government of Jamaica in response to a damaging earthquake. This is the second draft document, which is termed “interim “ pending complete implementation of required capabilities by all agencies affected by the plan.

The goal of the National Fire Management plan is provide the framework for institutions, government NGO’s to meet the threat, which major fires may pose to various sectors of society. The plan outlines strategies, which will provide a coordinated effort to response, preparedness, and mitigation strategies.

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Jamaica is located at the intersection of a number of sea-lanes via which Petroleum by means of oil tankers is transported from the Middle East to USA, and from Central and South America.