Level of Compliance of UDM – Emergency Action Team (EAT) on Earthquake Safety Protocols: Basis for the Integration of AI Enhanced Disaster Response System

Abstract

This study assesses the compliance of the Universidad de Manila-Emergency Action Team (UDM-EAT) with established earthquake safety protocols, including Republic Act No. 10121 (Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010), CHED Memorandum Order No. 9, and Manila Ordinance No. 8323 (Mendoza, 2025; Nielo, 2023). Given the Philippines' vulnerability to seismic events, this research aims to identify strengths and weaknesses in current disaster preparedness practices. Employing a descriptive qualitative design, data were collected through document analysis and semi-structured interviews with EAT and Security Department members (Guardiano, 2023). Findings reveal that while the UDM-EAT generally complies with safety protocols, significant gaps exist in the Security Department’s engagement and training (Cruz & Tolentino, 2023). The study highlights the need for improved integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance disaster response capabilities (Ivić, 2023). An AI-enhanced disaster response system, termed "Seismic Sentinel," is proposed to facilitate real-time monitoring, predictive alerts, and coordinated emergency responses. This research contributes to the improvement of institutional resilience and readiness, ensuring better protection for the academic community during seismic events.