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(4) Curtail normal programmes to broadcast essential information on disaster if
requested by the Chairman NDMA/DG PDMA.
(5) Take steps for projection of news and directives relating to the situation issued
by relevant Federal Government agencies including NDMA.
(6) Organize visits by local/foreign journalists to affected areas to prevent
misrepresentation/misreporting.
16. Mines and Minerals Department
a. Emergency Preparedness
(1) Finalize emergency preparedness plan.
(2) Prepare contingency plan.
(3) Allocate resources for preparedness and emergency response.
(4) Develop guidelines on safety for mine workers.
(5) Ensure that all workers follow the safety guidelines e.g. wearing mask and
necessary equipment used for safety during work.
(6) Formulate early warning indicators for mines and provide training to workers to
make them aware of preventive measures.
(7) Arrange workers‟ participation in the development of training modules and
safety guidelines.
(8) Train search and rescue teams.
(9) Evolve guidelines for compensation packages in mine related disasters.
(10) Check that all workers are insured through reputable insurance company.
b. Emergency Response
(1) Assess the situation.
(2) Deploy search and rescue team.
(3) Initiate search and rescue operation.
(4) Provide first aid to the rescued workers and shift them to hospital.
(5) Coordinate with PDMA and DDMAs for further assistance.