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D2.2 Mobilisation
1. When required, make the request for international assistance as soon as
possible. Requests for international assistance can be directed through
various channels, namely through UN OCHA, other regional networks, or on a
bilateral basis;
2. Include in the national disaster plan the establishment of LEMA and
deployment of domestic USAR teams;
3. Establish a RDC;
4. Conduct immediate situation and needs assessments. The priority needs of
international assistance should be identified and the information passed to the
international community as soon as possible through UN OCHA and the VO;
5. Provide regular situation updates on the VO;
6. Communicate the cessation of the need for additional USAR teams.
D2.3 Operations
1. Establish a LEMA to manage the disaster;
2. Maintain representation at the RDC and the OSOCC to ensure a coordinated
response and national priorities are met;
3. Utilise international coordination mechanisms provided by UNDAC Teams,
RDC and OSOCC structures;
4. Prepare mechanisms to integrate international USAR teams into ongoing
national operations.
D2.4 Demobilisation
1. Declare the end of the USAR operations phase;
2. Provide logistical support to assist the withdrawal of international teams.
3. Facilitate (as required) USAR teams transition into other humanitarian
operations ―beyond the rubble‖;
4. Facilitate in-kind donation of USAR team equipment left for the affected
government;
D3 Assisting Country Responsibilities
D3.1 Preparedness
1. Implement and maintain procedures to ensure access to transport for rapid
deployment of USAR teams;
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