Emergency Preparedness Week is taking place from May 7–13, 2023. Everyone has a role to play in an emergency.
Post-Disaster Building Assessment (PDBA) plays an important role in disaster management following an emergency by allowing trained professionals to rapidly assess building safety, and determine if structures can be re-occupied. The deployment of trained professionals reduces the impact on emergency and social service resources during disasters, and allows communities to recover more quickly.
By participating in PDBA, individuals with architectural, construction and facility management expertise can be a significant resource to local authorities that are responsible for responding to and managing the effects of a disaster.
The AIBC in coordination with BC Housing, Engineers and Geoscientists BC, and the Justice Institute of British Columbia, have put together a framework for their respective organizations to participate in PDBA.
PDBA Training
AIBC registrants who are interested in participating in PDBA are required to take training that aligns with the provincial and international protocols and standards. Training is offered by the AIBC throughout the year – upcoming workshops can be found on the AIBC Professional Development Opportunities webpage.
BC Housing hosts a Rapid Damage Assessment (RDA) course.
Registering to Become an Assessor
Once trained, individuals can register on BC Housing’s provincial registry. The Registry could be used in events like the 2021 Atmospheric River event, earthquake, or major flooding.
Learn more and get involved with Post-Disaster Building Assessment