Beredskapstjenester
Beredskapstjenester refer to organized services and activities designed to maintain readiness for emergencies and crises. The concept integrates civil protection, emergency management, disaster resilience, and continuity of essential operations. It involves public authorities at national, regional, and municipal levels, and often includes private sector partners and volunteers to strengthen overall preparedness.
Core functions include risk and vulnerability assessment, contingency and incident response planning, resource management (personnel, equipment,
Governance and financing are typically organized through dedicated public authorities or ministries with statutory responsibilities and
Historically, beredskapstjenester have evolved from traditional civil defense toward comprehensive emergency management, prioritizing prevention, resilience, prompt
See also emergency management, civil protection, disaster risk reduction.