Jalil Arab-Kheradmand - Iranian Virtual Institute for Disasters and Emergencies, Ahya Neuroscience Research Center, Tehran, Iran.
Shokoufeh Ahmadi - Health in Emergency and Disaster Research Center, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Akram Baniasadi - Department of Health Management and Economics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Hamidreza Khankeh - Health in Emergency and Disaster Research Center, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

Various disasters are still inevitable and over the last two decades, affected lives of at least ۸۰۰ million people. Iran is one of the most disaster-prone countries and about ۹۰% of the country are at risks of earthquakes or floods. Thus, the disaster management in our country is a priority. In recent years, several protocols have been put forward to manage the emergencies and disasters. In this regard, the related laws and regulations crisis management are an integrated part of any crisis management which specifies each organization role. One of the important pitfalls in managing risk reduction approach, is the lack of proper laws and regulations and their implementation. Moreover, national guidelines and protocols provides the pathways for different areas of intervention. To solve this shortcoming, a historical review of legislation in this area is helpful. This study aims to review the legislative history of disaster management in Iran, the responsible organizations, and their strong and weak points. This study might help reduce vulnerabilities and boost coordination in crisis management.

Disaster management, Legislation, Iran