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Plastic sheeting (and fixings)guidelines for use and procurement in humanitarian operations
project overview November 2006
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introduction
Graham Saunders IFRC
A project funded by Oxfam and IFRC
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introduction-
A necessary evil…
One of most widely and diversely used NFI distributed
Over $20 million pa. spent globally on plastic sheeting
Use: WATSAN, Shelter, medical and infrastructure
Available and used in all countries, but varying qualities
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introduction
Aim:To collate and disseminate best practice guidelines on plastic sheeting use and procurement through a concise, practical field guide for humanitarian relief organisations and their field staff.
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introduction-
Booklet
Similar to “Tents” (UN/OCHA)
Will be written through a consultative process (eg Sphere)
Distribution will be through networks of supporting organisations and individuals
Freely available
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existing standards and guidelines
John HowardOXFAM GB
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history of plastic sheeting
- First use 1970’s (black polythene)
Late 1970’s braided with welded eyelets
Early 1990’s woven plastic sheeting
1995-1997 – MSF/UNHCR research project
Insecticide treated plastic sheeting (ITPS)?
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literature
- OXFAM, 1973, 1977, 1981,1989
MSF Temporary and Semi-permanent buildings for health structures in refugee camps,
Sheds, shelterproject 2003
Catalogues, MSF, IAPSO, ICRC/IFRC, Oxfam, etc.
Any more?
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uses
- WATSAN, (latrines, controlled defecation, washing areas)
Family shelter, roof- floor Infrastructure, health centres, compounds, offices Fencing / privacy Food preparation Body bags School bags Covering – vehicles and supplies….
is one standard appropriate? (shadenet?)
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fixings
Gordon BrowneSouthampton Solent University
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contents-
what to include in the booklet?
peer reviews
feedback please…
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contents
Section A: Introduction
- Aims, audience- Basics: shelter, settlement, sanitation, infrastructure
Section B: Using plastic sheeting
Section C: Procurement and specification - Specifications
Annexes- Glossary- Bibliography
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contents
Section B: Using plastic sheeting
- When to use- How to buy and deliver to the beneficiaries- Examples- Fixings- ITPS- Disposal
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challenges
- ITPS
when to use plastic sheeting
should other specifications be considered
disposal of plastic sheeting
level of construction detailing to be included
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How to become involved
Knowledge sharing:• Sharing any technical and practical informationPeer review:• Attending and participating in the peer review meetings. • Commenting on draftsDistribution:• Distributing the finalised booklet