Earthquake Disaster Mitigation Efforts Through the Implementation of Minimum Service Standards (SPM) for Disaster Management in Indonesia (Case Study 2019-2023)

Abstract

Indonesia is one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world, with a high risk of earthquakes. Disaster mitigation is an important step that must be taken before a disaster occurs in order to reduce the impact of losses and casualties. This paper discusses earthquake disaster mitigation efforts through the implementation of Minimum Service Standards (SPM) for disaster management, which must be implemented by local governments. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method based on literature review to analyse regulations, implementation achievements, and challenges in implementing SPM at the local level. The findings indicate that the implementation of SPM has provided a systematic disaster mitigation framework, covering disaster-prone information services, preparedness, and rescue and evacuation of victims. However, limited resources, weak institutional capacity, and low community participation remain major obstacles. Therefore, strengthening local capacity, adequate funding, and multi-stakeholder involvement are needed to support the optimal achievement of SPM and realise a disaster-resilient community.