Decision support method to systematically evaluate first-level inspections of the functional status of check dams

First-level inspections could be provided by skilled volunteers or technicians to pre-screen the functional status of check dams. This paper discusses the design and testing of a support method in collaboration with the responsible technicians in evaluating inspection reports. Reports are based on linguistic rating scales that are systematically...

Conducting research in risk communication that is both beneficial for stakeholders and scientists

One exhibition, many goals. Combining scientific research and risk communication

Communicators' perspective on snow avalanche risk communication using smartphone applications

Testing the impact of visual communication on awareness of natural hazards, through an exhibition

Flood risk communication: Visualization tools and evaluations of effectiveness

Visual risk communication can be used to reduce damages due to floods. The first objective of this study is to review the current state of the field by inventorying examples of visual communication in terms of purpose, content, audience, phases of risk management and means. As maps appear to be predominantly used, the second objective is to...