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Perceived Level of Awareness on Disaster Risk Reduction Among Professionals of Doña Remedios Trinidad Romualdez Educational Foundation Inc.

Author(s) Ms. Hyra Jayne Olimba, Mr. Dennis Adrian Gabriente, Mr. Keith Cyrill Nical, Mr. Christian Philip Canonigo, Ms. Ajanah Mae Avestruz, Ms. Lynette Brito, Alannah Rosarie Tiopes, Ana Jo Santos, Jay Anthony Cañete, Gwynth Kaye Sudario, Christia Baltar
Country Philippines
Abstract This study investigated the perceived level of awareness about Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) among healthcare professionals affiliated with Doña Remedios Trinidad Romualdez Educational Foundation Inc. (DRTREFI). Employing a descriptive-correlational research design, the study conducted a survey of 30 full-time teaching and non-teaching healthcare professionals. A structured questionnaire, adapted from validated sources, was used to facilitate the survey process. The study explored the correlation between DRR awareness and demographic variables, including age, gender, professional role, work assignment, years of experience, and prior training. The study identified healthcare professionals at DRTREFI as predominantly young, male, and teaching-oriented physical therapists. Respondents were "Knowledgeable" about DRR, recognizing its "Very Important" role in school healthcare safety and the critical need for training. Influential factors for DRR awareness included institutional policies, inter-agency collaboration, and prior disaster experience. No statistically significant correlation was found between DRR awareness and demographic variables like age, gender, or professional role. The study concludes that while awareness and perception levels are relatively high, disaster preparedness remains largely dependent on organizational support and training opportunities rather than individual demographic factors. It recommends the implementation of structured and inclusive disaster risk reduction (DRR) training programs to enhance institutional readiness and professional competency.
Keywords Awareness, Disaster Risk Reduction, Healthcare Professionals
Published In Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On 2026-04-17
DOI https://doi.org/10.63363/aijfr.2026.v07i02.3763

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