The Department of Materials Engineering at the University of Technology held a civil defense course entitled "Safety, civil defense and risk management" for the period 26-30 /11/ 2023/ in the electronic hall / Building B. The lecture was given by the Administrative Assistant, Assist. Prof. Dr. Laith Wadah Ismail, where he discussed how to prepare an emergency plan in the department and form work teams to manage crises.

The main objectives of the emergency plan

1- Reduce risks as much as possible.

2- Increase the response with a rapid, effective and positive reaction if the disaster occurs.

3- Accurate assessment of the main risks to which one may be exposed.

4 - Realistic awareness of the resources and procedures that actually exist within the department to deal with risks and the extent to which they can be increased and improved within the budget and functional structure.

5- Commitment to continue strengthening plans and implementing them in the future while ensuring that preparedness remains effective and implemented.

At the end of the course, the head of the department, Prof. Dr. Jawad Kazem Olaiwi, praised the lecturer for the efforts made and presented him and the participants with certificates of appreciation.