Long-term landslide hazard mitigation programs; structure and experience from other countries

Industrial countries with major and continuing landslide losses have incorporated a strong central government role in the direction of mitigation activities to assure consistent standards of practice and application, and to prevent unequal and inadequate performances at provincial, municipal, and private levels. In countries with more regional or local landslide hazards,the federal government plays a less active role and functions primarily as a source of expertise, research support, and funding of provincial and municipal control works.--Modified journal abstract.