Peer review report: Poland 2016

This peer review of disaster risk management and civil protection systems provides Poland with a unique opportunity to reflect on its readiness to cope with natural hazards and human-induced disasters and to identify ways of strengthening its prevention and preparedness policy and practices. It also facilitates the exchange of good practices. The peer review programme is a tool made available to civil protection authorities of Member States, participating states, enlargement and neighborhood countries under the EU Civil Protection Mechanism legislation. It is managed by the Commission's Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid department.

The peer review of Poland's disaster risk management and civil protection systems highlights strong coordination, a comprehensive risk assessment framework, and effective multi-level cooperation. Poland demonstrates a structured approach, involving both public and private stakeholders, and leverages its National Crisis Management Plan (NCMP) for preparedness. Recommendations include enhancing cross-border collaboration, integrating risk communication strategies, and expanding data-sharing practices. Further strengthening the alignment between local and national risk assessments and promoting broader stakeholder engagement are suggested to ensure robust resilience against evolving risks.