Home⇛Psychology and Education: A Multidisciplinary Journal⇛vol. 36 no. 10 (2025)

The Level of Disaster Preparedness of Library Personnel in the Municipality of Midsayap, North Cotabato

Charlie Magne Arandilla | Rico Inampo | Reno John Javillo | Wilson James Limos | Ma. Rhea Macalinggang | Roche Magsayo | Noel Noel

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

This study aimed to determine and assess the level of disaster preparedness of library personnel in the Municipality of Midsayap. A total of 32 library personnel from the 12 libraries in the municipality served as respondents. A descriptive-quantitative approach was employed, utilizing a modified questionnaire and a researcher-made instrument. The findings revealed that the majority of the respondents are generally prepared when it comes to disaster. However, the study found no significant difference in disaster preparedness among library personnel when grouped according to their gender, educational attainment, years of service, types of libraries, sitting capacity, and number of resources.



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