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Allan, P and Bryant, M (2014) The attributes of resilience: A tool in the evaluation and design of earthquake-prone cities. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 5(02), 109-29.
Baroudi, B and Rapp, R R (2014) Stakeholder management in disaster restoration projects. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 5(02), 182-93.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: Buildings; Contractors; Disaster; Restoration; Stakeholder management; Structures
- ISBN/ISSN: 1759-5908
- URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJDRBE-07-2012-0021
- Abstract:
Purpose – This paper aims to identify stakeholder issues on disaster restoration projects from a contractor perspective. Disaster occurrences normally warrant substantial restoration and reconstruction efforts. These projects involve the mitigation and repair of disaster-affected buildings and structures. Design/methodology/approach – This study is essentially exploratory in nature. It reviews relevant literature and then presents empirical research findings garnered from disaster restoration practitioners. A survey using the Likert rating scale method was used. The data were collected via an online questionnaire survey. Findings – The results confirm that disaster restoration projects contain significant stakeholder issues and challenges. Furthermore, these can differ from conventional construction and the work of “first responders” to disaster situations. Hence, disaster restoration projects are seen as having their own unique identity. Research limitations/implications – This paper has only set out to uncover stakeholder issues on disaster restoration projects. Future research that delves into the issues in greater depth would be useful. Practical implications – Disaster restoration practitioners need to be aware of conflicting stakeholder interests. These need careful management so that stakeholder issues do not impact successful project outcomes. Hence, informing industry (and academia) on these issues carries significant importance. Originality/value – Past research has tended to adopt macro perspectives on disaster preparedness, response and management. This research focuses on repairing and restoring disaster-affected buildings and structures from a restoration industry standpoint. The findings should be useful to the global disaster restoration community and those in associated fields.
Bichard, E and Thurairajah, N (2014) Trialling behaviour change strategies to motivate interest in property level flood protection. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 5(02), 130-43.
Charlesworth, E and Fien, J (2014) Breaching the urban contract: Lessons from post disaster reconstruction from research on five divided cities. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 5(02), 194-201.
MacKee, J, Askland, H H and Askew, L (2014) Recovering cultural built heritage after natural disasters: A resilience perspective. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 5(02), 202-12.
Syed, A and Routray, J K (2014) Vulnerability assessment of earthquake prone communities in Baluchistan. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 5(02), 144-62.
Tucker, S, Gamage, A and Wijeyesekera, C (2014) Some design aspects of sustainable post-disaster housing. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 5(02), 163-81.