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A What-To-Do Guide for PNP Personnel

PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE HANDBOOK PNP-DPCR-DS-7-01

(2011)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Preface ii

Messages Secretary of the Interior and Local Government iii Chief, Philippine National Police iv Acronyms 1 Definition of Terms 2-3 Safety and Response General Guidelines 4 Safety and Incident Response Checklist Flooding 5 Earthquakes 6-7 Volcanic Eruption 8-10 Typhoons 11-12 Tsunami 13-14 Standard PNP Search and Rescue (SAR) Uniform and Equipment Standard SAR Uniform 15 Unit Equipment 16 Individual Equipment 17 Organizational Chart (PNP Disaster Incident Management Task Groups) 18-22 Lessons Learned and Best Practices 23 References 23

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Technical Working Group 24

PREFACE

The Directorate for Police Community Relations has taken the lead in the PNP’s preparedness and response management in times of natural disasters and calamities. With this development and added responsibility, it has continuously strived to enhance the PNP’s capacity and capability to respond efficiently to all forms of disasters commonly experienced in the country.

This handbook is purposely designed to guide every policeman on what actions to be

undertaken before, during and after an occurrence of a natural disaster or calamity. It contains methodologies, procedures and checklists that are easily understood, practical and applicable.

Considering that the PNP is practically present all over the country, policemen are

more often than not, the first to respond during the first few hours of disaster incidents. Such response is crucial and forms part of the government’s initial action until the concerned government agencies and local government units arrive to implement the appropriate disaster management.

This Handbook complements LOI 35/10 “SAKLOLO REVISED” dated August 20,

2010, which enunciates the PNP’s 3-stage disaster preparedness and response operations in consonance with the policies and programs of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).

Information from various sources and references were used in the preparation of this

document.

ROMMEL DF HEREDIA

Police Director

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Republic of the Philippines DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Quezon City, Philippines

MESSAGE

We have seen how our country struggled every time a calamity hits us, destroying lives and properties, inflicting huge losses to the economy.

Practically, we have experienced all types of disasters from volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, typhoons, flooding and erosions and as your DILG Secretary, I urge the 135,000-strong Philippine National Police to join hands with all the stakeholders and government agencies to take part in our disaster preparedness and risks reduction programs as pro-active measure against disasters and calamities. The PNP is the only government agency that is present in almost all parts of the country, thus, the swift action of the police during calamities is needed.

With our close coordination with various government and civic organizations, we will prevail over the unthinkable and the worst. Our concerted effort in disaster risk reduction and management will surely bring-forth positive result as it will provide timely and appropriate response to individuals, communities and organizations when the presence of disaster is apparent.

Utilizing our community-partners by creating a Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (CBDRRM) which can serve as a quick response agent in times of emergency and with it we are sure that all communities in the country are covered by public safety personnel.

I challenge all the stakeholders in this very valuable project to give their share in saving not just precious lives of our countrymen but also our infrastructure, agriculture and economy through the monetary aspects saved through pro-active safety measures.

Let us all be heroes in our own-little ways through cooperation towards the attainment of a better and safer Philippines.

Magka-isa po tayong lahat upang makamtan ang isang mapayapa at ligtas na komunidad “tungo sa daang matuwid”.

Mabuhay ang Pambansang Pulisya ng Pilipinas, Mabuhay Po Tayong Lahat!

JESSE M ROBREDO Secretary of the Interior and Local Government

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Republic of the Philippines Department of the Interior and Local Government

National Police Commission

NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS PHILIPPINE NATIONAL POLICE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF, PNP

Camp Crame, Quezon City

MESSAGE

The Philippines due to its geographical location is affected by natural occurrences of

typhoons, volcanic eruption, earthquakes, floodings, land erosions and other natural calamities. The degradation and abuse of the environment and climate change also contributed to increasing challenges and more severe disasters that resulted to enormous loss of lives and properties impacting heavily on our national economy and development.

We realized that such events cannot be prevented, however, we can initiate activities

to mitigate the impact and prevent or minimize the loss of lives and properties. Timely preparation and close coordination between and among the various offices and units concerned are of utmost importance in providing efficient and effective response during natural calamities and in adequately addressing this imminent threat of global warming.

The creation of the PNP Disaster Response Checklist is a clear manifestation of our

enduring commitment to ensure that every police enforcer from the National Headquarters down to the lowest units will be guided in providing proper and timely response during and after the occurrence of natural calamity.

I am encouraging all our personnel to familiarize themselves and put this handbook

into good use as this will further push our advocacy of increasing awareness and preparedness in the interest of public safety.

ATTY. RAUL M BACALZO, Ph. D. Police Director General

Chief, PNP

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ACRONYMS & MEANINGS

ADIMTG - Area Disaster Incident Management Task Group

LDRRMC - Local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council

NDRRMC - National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council

OCD - Office of Civil Defense

PAGASA - Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration PHIVOLCS - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology

PNP CIMC - PNP Critical Incident Management Committee

PNP DIMTG - PNP Disaster Incident Management Task Group

PNP DPRTG - PNP Disaster Preparedness and Response Task Group

PNP DMC - PNP Disaster Management Committee

PNP NDOC - PNP National Disaster Operations Center PNP RPSB - PNP Regional Public Safety Battalion PNP SCDM - PNP Sub-Committee on Disaster Management PSWS - Public Storm Warning Signal

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Definition of Terms

(a) "Adaptation" - the adjustment in natural or human systems in response to actual or expected climatic stimuli or their effects, which moderates harm or exploits beneficial opportunities.

(b) "Community-Based Disaster Risk Reduction and Management" or "CBDRRM" - a process of disaster risk reduction and management in which at risk communities are actively engaged in the identification, analysis, treatment, monitoring and evaluation of disaster risks in order to reduce their vulnerabilities and enhance their capacities, and where the people are at the heart of decision-making and implementation of disaster risk reduction and management activities.

(c) "Disaster" - a serious disruption of the functioning of a community or a society involving widespread human, material, economic or environmental losses and impacts, which exceeds the ability of the affected community or society to cope using its own resources.

(d) "Disaster Mitigation" - the lessening or limitation of the adverse impacts of hazards and related disasters.

(e) "Disaster Preparedness" - the knowledge and capacities developed by governments, professional response and recovery organizations, communities and individuals to effectively anticipate, respond to, and recover from, the Impacts of likely, imminent or current hazard events or conditions.

(f) "Disaster Prevention" - the outright avoidance of adverse impacts of hazards and related disasters.

(g) "Disaster Response" - the provision of emergency services and public assistance during or immediately after a disaster in order to save lives, reduce health impacts, ensure public safety and meet the basic subsistence needs of the people affected.

(h) "Disaster Risk" - the potential disaster losses in lives, health status, livelihood, assets and services, which could occur to a particular community or a Society over some specified future time period.

(i) "Disaster Risk Reduction" - the concept and practice of reducing disaster risks through systematic efforts to analyze and manage the causal factors of disasters, including through reduced exposures to hazards, lessened vulnerability of people and property, wise management of land and the environment, and improved preparedness for adverse events.

(j) "Disaster Risk Reduction and Management" - the systematic process of using administrative directives, organizations, and operational skills and capacities to implement strategies, policies and improved coping capacities in order to lessen the adverse impacts of hazards and the possibility of disaster.

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(k) "Early Warning System" - the set of capacities needed to generate and disseminate timely and meaningful warning information to enable individuals, communities and organizations threatened by a hazard to prepare and to act appropriately and in sufficient time to reduce the possibility of harm or loss.

(l) "Emergency" - unforeseen or sudden occurrence, especially danger, demanding immediate action.

(m) "Hazard" - a dangerous phenomenon, substance, human activity or condition that may cause loss of life, injury or other health impacts, property damage, loss of livelihood and services, social and economic disruption, or environmental damage.

(n) "Mitigation" - structural and non-structural measures undertaken to limit the adverse impact of natural hazards, environmental degradation, and technological hazards and to ensure the ability of at-risk communities to address vulnerabilities aimed at minimizing the impact of disasters.

(o) "Preparedness" - pre-disaster actions and measures being undertaken within the context of disaster risk reduction and management and are based on sound risk analysis as well as pre-disaster activities to avert or minimize loss of life and property such as, but not limited to, community organizing, training, planning, equipping, stockpiling, hazard mapping, insuring of assets, and public information and education initiatives.

(p) "Rehabilitation" - measures that ensure the ability of affected communities/areas to restore their normal level of functioning by rebuilding livelihood and damaged infrastructures and increasing the communities' organizational capacity.

(q) "Response" - any concerted effort by two (2) or more agencies, public or private, to provide assistance or intervention during or immediately after a disaster to meet the life preservation and basic subsistence needs of those people affected and in the restoration of essential public activities and facilities.

(r) "Risk" - the combination of the probability of an event and its negative consequences.

(t) "State of Calamity" - a condition involving mass casualty and/or major damages to property, disruption of means of livelihoods, roads and normal way of life of people in the affected areas as a result of the occurrence of natural or human-induced hazard.

(u) “Search and Rescue Operation” – is the search for and provision of aid to people who are in distress or imminent danger.

(v) “Search and Retrieval Operation” - is the search for the property or human remains

after a natural or manmade disaster occurred in a particular area.

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Safety and Response General Guidelines for all PNP Units

1. Security and safety of personnel must always be considered in the conduct of disaster response operations.

2. All PNP Units/Offices shall train their men on disaster incident management using their available resources.

3. All responding units shall operate on their existing logistical and financial allocation. On the other hand, the NHQ PNP shall provide additional logistics and financial support on a case to case basis.

4. Timely reports on disaster operations to include report on the extent, nature and location of damages should be immediately relayed to higher headquarters and local NDRRMC.

5. PNP personnel shall wear the standard PNP Search and Rescue attire while performing disaster response operations.

6. Coordination between echelons of the civil organization and military units is encouraged.

7. Level of response of all task group shall be done as much as possible at the lowest level

and only seek assistance to the next level when resources (manpower and material) are not enough to manage the disaster incident.

8. The adjacent PNP units or stations which are not affected by the disaster shall immediately respond and assist the severely affected area.

9. Only the designated Public Information Officer of the PNP unit concerned is authorized to release information to the media. However, Unit Commanders may issue relevant statement and information to the media as the situation may require.

10. PNP Units/Offices and personnel must have reliable alternate communication equipment to ensure 24-hour connectivity.

11. PNP offices/units are encouraged to acquire additional Search and Rescue Equipment (Team and Individual) as may deemed suitable in their peculiar requirement.

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Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. Conditions that cause floods

include heavy or steady rain for several hours or days that saturates the ground. Flash floods occur

suddenly due to rapidly rising water along a stream or low-lying area.

1. Preparations Upon Receipt of Flood Warning (flooding will occur soon in the area):

Coordinate with the local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (DRRMC) and PAG-ASA;

Alert residents thru previously established warning system; - Patrol car sirens - Ringing of church bells - Use of megaphones

Pre-emptive Evacuation of residents in flood-prone areas in coordination with concerned agencies;

Institute police visibility in vacated areas; Provide security at designated Evacuation Centers; As the situation may require, activate Disaster Incident Management Task Group (as

per LOI 35/10 Saklolo Revised ); and Ensure readiness of the SAR equipment and supplies ex. rubber boat, utility rope,

floating device, multi-tool items, flashlights with extra battery, communications equipment, first aid kit, sugar-high food, etc..).

2. Actions During Flooding Incidents:

Assist in the imposition of forced relocation of remaining residents to evacuation centers in coordination with the local DRRMC;

Deploy SAR assets for timely and rapid disaster response; Maintain contact with lower, adjacent and higher units; Conduct Search and Rescue operations; Assist concerned agencies in the conduct of medical assistance; and Adjacent PNP units/offices to assist severely affected areas until such time that the

local police units affected have recovered from the disaster and are ready to handle the incident.

3. After the Flooding Incident:

Assist in the conduct of relief operations in coordination with concerned agencies; Assist concerned agencies in the conduct of medical assistance; Ensure continued presence of security personnel in evacuation centers; Assist in the clearing of major routes from debris and obstacles; Provide traffic assistance along critical routes; and low residents to return home only when officials have declared the area safe.

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An earthquake is a sudden, rapid shaking of the earth caused by the breaking and shifting of rock

beneath the earth’s surface. Earthquakes strike suddenly, without warning, and they can occur at any

time of the year, day or night.

The geographical location of the Philippines, being situated between the Pacific and Eurasian

Plates, makes it a constant target of highly destructive natural disasters and calamities such as

earthquakes.

A Reminder:

Doorways are no stronger than any other part of the structure. During an earthquake, get under a solid

piece of furniture and hold on. This will provide some protection from falling objects that can injure you during an

earthquake.

As earthquakes occur without warning, preparations are very critical to lessen its impact.

1. Preparations that a PNP member or unit should do:

Establishment of primary and secondary evacuation centers in coordination with concerned agencies and LGUs;

Capability and capacity enhancement; - earthquake drills/simulation exercises - inventory of SAR equipment

Meetings and coordination with concerned agencies and LGUs; Public Information Effort on earthquake preparations thru community visits; Identify safe places in your home or workplace. Practice drop, cover and hold. (under

a piece of furniture, against an interior wall away from windows, bookcases or tall furniture that could fall on you); and

Ensure readiness of the SAR equipment and supplies.

2. Actions During Earthquake Incidents:

If you are inside a building;

- Drop, cover and hold. - Move as little as possible. - Stay away from windows to avoid being injured by shattered glass. - Stay indoors until the shaking stops and you are sure it is safe to exit. - If you must leave the building after the shaking stops, use stairs rather than an

elevator in case there are aftershocks, power outages or other damage.

If you are outdoor when the earthquake occurs; - Find a clear spot (away from buildings, power lines, trees, streetlights) and drop to

the ground. Stay there until the shaking stops.

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- If you are in a vehicle, pull over to a clear location and stop. Avoid bridges, overpasses and power lines if possible. Stay inside with your seatbelt fastened until the shaking stops. Then, drive carefully, avoiding bridges and ramps that may have been damaged.

- If a power line falls on your vehicle, do not get out. Wait for assistance. - If you are in a mountainous area or near unstable slopes or cliffs, be alert for falling

rocks and other debris. Landslides are often triggered by earthquakes. Mobilize SAR assets for disaster response and Search & Rescue operations; Assist concerned agencies in the conduct of medical assistance; Maintain contact with lower, adjacent and higher units; Adjacent PNP units/offices to assist severely affected areas; Employment of Alarm system (police sirens, ringing of church bells, megaphones,

whistles) for pre-emptive evacuation especially in beach front areas as tsunami may occur;

All PNP units in affected area shall be on full disaster response status until the situation normalizes;

Activation of respective DIMTGs following the level of activation as per LOI 35/10 “SAKLOLO REVISED”;

Establishment of Command Post by Task Groups whose area is hit by the earthquake. Provide security at Evacuation Centers; and Provide traffic advisory to prevent motorists from entering the danger zone/restricted

areas.

3. After the Earthquake Incident:

Expect and prepare for potential aftershocks, landslides or even a tsunami. Each time

you feel an aftershock, drop, cover and hold on. Aftershocks frequently occur minutes, days, weeks and even months following an earthquake;

Assist in the conduct of relief operations in coordination with concerned agencies; Assist concerned agencies in the conduct of medical assistance; Ensure continued presence of security personnel in evacuation centers; Assist in the clearing of major routes from debris and obstacles; Provide traffic assistance along critical routes; and Allow residents to return home only when officials have declared the area safe.

Explosive volcanoes blast hot solid and molten rock fragments and gases into the air. As a result, ash flows can occur on all sides of a volcano and ash can fall hundreds of miles downwind. Dangerous

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mudflows and floods can occur in valleys leading away from volcanoes. Other hazards that accompany volcanic eruptions include mudflows, flashfloods, earthquakes, ash fall, acid rain and tsunamis.

Mudflows are powerful “rivers” of mud that can move 32 to 63 kph. Hot ash or lava from a volcanic eruption can rapidly melt snow and ice at the summit of a volcano. The melt water quickly mixes with falling ash, with soil cover on lower slopes, and with debris in its path. This turbulent mixture is dangerous in stream channels and can travel more than 80 kilometers away from a volcano. Also intense rainfall can erode fresh volcanic deposits to form large mudflows. If you see the water level of a stream begin to rise, quickly move to high ground. If a mud-flow is approaching or passes a bridge, stay away from the bridge. If you live near a known volcano, active or dormant, be prepared to follow instructions from your local Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (DRRMC) officials.

1. Preparations for an Impending Volcanic Eruption:

Coordinate with the local DRRMC and PHIVOLCS; Alert residents thru previously established warning system;

- Patrol car sirens - Ringing of church bells - Use of megaphones

Pre-emptive evacuation of residents in danger zones/areas; Institute police visibility in vacated areas; Provide security at designated evacuation centers; As the situation may require, activate Disaster Incident Management Task Group (as

per LOI 35/10 Saklolo Revised ); Ensure readiness of the disaster supplies (ex. pair of goggles, throw-away breathing

mask, dust mask, utility rope, multi-tool items, flashlights with extra battery, communications equipment, first aid kit, sugar-high food, etc..); and

Provide traffic advisory to prevent motorists from entering the danger zone/restricted areas.

2. Actions During Volcanic Eruptions:

Assist other government agencies in the forced evacuation of residents in areas affected by the volcanic eruption;

Mobilize PNP SAR assets for the conduct of timely and rapid disaster response; Declaration of full disaster response status of PNP units in affected area until the

situation normalizes; Activation of respective DIMTGs following the level of activation as per LOI 35/10

“SAKLOLO REVISED”; Establishment of Command Post by Task Groups whose area is hit by the volcanic

eruption; Provide security at evacuation centers; Adjacent PNP units/offices to assist severely affected areas; and As a personal protection, observe the following;

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If caught indoors: Close all windows, doors, and dampers. Put all machinery inside a garage or barn.

If trapped outdoors:

Seek shelter indoors. If caught near a stream, be aware of mudflows. Move up the slope and avoid river valleys and low lying areas.

Protect yourself during ashfall:

Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants. Use goggles to protect your eyes. Use a dust mask or hold a damp cloth over your face to help breathing. Keep car or truck engines off.

3. Actions After Volcanic Eruptions:

For personal protection, observe the following; - Cover your mouth and nose. Volcanic ash can irritate your respiratory system. - Wear goggles to protect your eyes. - Keep skin covered to avoid irritation from contact with ash.

Assist in the conduct of relief operations and medical assistance; Ensure continued presence of security personnel in evacuation centers; Assist in the clearing of major routes from debris and obstacles; Provide traffic assistance along critical routes; and Allow residents to return home only when officials have declared the area safe.

According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), the Earthquake Alert Levels are as follows;

ALERT LEVEL

CRITERIA INTERPRETATION

No Alert (Normal)

Background, quiet No eruption in foreseeable future.

1 ABNORMAL (Low Level Unrest ) No eruption imminent

( 2 ALARMING (Moderate Unrest) Could eventually lead to an eruption (Voluntary Evacuation)

3 CRITICAL (Relatively High Unrest) Eruption is possible within days to weeks.

4 ERUPTION IMMINENT (Intense Unrest) Hazardous explosive eruption is possible within hours or days.

5 ERUPTION (Eruption ongoing) Hazardous eruption in progress.

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With an average of twenty (20) tropical storms traversing the Philippines every year, the devastating effects caused by this natural disaster have resulted in the dislocation of thousands of families, loss of many lives, massive destruction to properties and agricultural products and have tremendously affected the country’s economy.

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) releases tropical cyclone warnings in the form of Public Storm Warning Signals (PSWS), classified as follows:

Signal # 1 - Tropical cyclone winds of 30 km/h to 60 km/h are expected within the next 36 hours. (Note: If a tropical cyclone forms very close to the area, then a shorter lead time is seen on the warning bulletin.).

Signal # 2 - Tropical cyclone winds of 60 km/h to 100 km/h are expected w/in the next 24 hrs.

Signal # 3 - Tropical cyclone winds of 100 km/h to 185 km/h are expected within the next

18 hours.

Signal # 4 - Tropical cyclone winds of greater than 185 km/h are expected within 12 hours.

1. Preparations for an Impending Typhoon/Tropical Storm:

Coordinate with PAG-ASA, NDRRMC and other government agencies; Activation of Disaster Incident Management Task Groups in areas expected to

be hit by the serious weather disturbance prior to the expected landfall; Declaration of full disaster response status of PNP units in affected area until

the situation normalizes; Employ alarm and warning systems as stipulated under DILG MC 2009-165: - Patrol car sirens - Ringing of church bells - Use of megaphones Coordinate with local DRRMC for advisory and to support its disaster response; Activation of Command Post by Task Groups whose area is hit by the disaster; Assist in forced relocation/pre-emptive evacuation of residents in flood-prone

areas in coordination with corresponding LDRRMC Institute police visibility in vacated areas; Provide security at designated Evacuation Centers; Ensure readiness of the SAR equipment and supplies (ex. Rubber boat, utility

rope, floating device, multi-tool items, flashlights with extra battery, communications equipment, first aid kit, sugar-high food, etc..)

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2. Actions During a Tropical Storm:

Assist in the imposition of forced relocation in coordination with the local

DRRMC of remaining residents to evacuation centers; Deploy SAR assets for timely and rapid disaster response according to needs in

the area; Maintain contact with lower, adjacent and higher units; Conduct Search and Rescue operations; Provide medical assistance; and Adjacent PNP units/offices to assist severely affected areas.

3. Actions After a Tropical Storm:

Assist in the conduct of relief operations in coordination with concerned agencies;

Assist concerned agencies in the conduct of medical assistance; Ensure continued presence of security personnel in evacuation centers; Assist in the clearing of major routes from debris and obstacles; Provide traffic assistance along critical routes; and Allow residents to return home only when officials have declared the area safe.

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Tsunamis are a series of large ocean waves generated by major earthquakes beneath the ocean floor or major landslides into the ocean. When the waves enter shallow water, they may rise to several feet or, in rare cases, tens of feet, striking the coast with devastating force. People on the beach or in low coastal areas need to be aware that a tsunami could arrive within minutes after a severe earthquake. The tsunami danger period can continue for many hours after a major earthquake. A tsunami can occur during any season of the year and at any time, day or night. Signs that a tsunami may occur or imminent;

Strong earthquake lasting 20 seconds or more near the coast.

A noticeable rapid rise or fall in coastal waters.

1. Upon receiving advisory that a tsunami is imminent, PNP units/elements in areas likely to be hit shall undertake the following:

Coordinate with PHIVOLCS, NDRRMC and other government agencies; Alert residents thru previously established warning system;

- Patrol car sirens - Ringing of church bells - Use of megaphones

Undertake immediate evacuation using the pre-designated escape routes towards designated evacuation centers or to higher grounds in coordination with concerned government agencies;

Provide security at designated evacuation centers; As the situation may require, activate Disaster Incident Management Task Group

(as per LOI 35/10 Saklolo Revised ); Provide traffic advisory to prevent motorists from entering the danger

zone/restricted areas; Maintain peace and order; Maintain contact with lower, adjacent and higher units; and Assist in the dissemination of sea travel advisory to sea crafts.

2. Actions When a Tsunami Occurs:

Assist in the imposition of forced relocation of remaining residents to evacuation centers; Get to higher ground as far inland as possible; Avoid watching a tsunami approaching. It could put you in grave danger. If you can

see the wave, you are too close to escape it; and

Adjacent PNP units/offices to assist severely affected areas.

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3. Actions After a Tsunami:

Deploy SAR assets for rapid disaster response according to needs in the area in coordination with the local DRRMC;

Maintain contact with lower, adjacent and higher units; Adjacent PNP units/offices to assist severely affected areas; Assist in the conduct of relief operations and medical assistance in coordination

with concerned government agencies; Ensure continued presence of security personnel in evacuation centers; Assist in the clearing of major routes from debris and obstacles; Provide traffic assistance along critical routes; and Allow residents to return home only when officials have declared the area safe.

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The PNP Search and Rescue Uniform and Equipment

1. Standard PNP Search and Rescue Uniform

Upper Garment: Athletic T-Shirt (Blue T-shirt round neck with “PULIS” marking) Lower Garment: Camouflage Green with Combat Boots

Note:

- Hard Hats (helmets) may be worn during collapsed structure search and rescue. - Field (Lousy) hats may be used during outdoor SAR operations.

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Standard PNP Search and Rescue Equipment 2. Unit Equipment. Each PNP SAR Team shall be equipped with the PNP Search and Rescue Blue Box containing the following items: Additional Recommended Team Equipment:

1. Spine Board 2. Neck Brace 3. Reliable Alternate Communication

General Description Quantity Description

Lighting

1 pc Kerosene Lantern (Gasera)

1 pc LED Flashlight

4 pcs Reserve Battery

10 pcs Candles (Kandila)

1 pc Lighter

Shelter 1 pc Laminated Sack Canopy (Trapal)

1 kilo Plastic Straw (Pise,Plastic)

Hand Tools

1 pc Electrical Plier (Plais)

1 pc Claw hammer (Martilyo)

1 pc Cross Cut Saw (Lagaring kahoy)

1 pc Hacksaw (Lagaring Bakal)

1 pc Bolt Cutter

4 pcs Hacksaw blade (Talim-Lagaring Bakal)

2 pcs Cold Chisel (Sinsil)

Digging tools

2 pcs Shovel (Pala)

2 pcs Pick Mattock (Piko)

1 pc Axe (Palakol)

1 pc Sledge Hammer (Maso)

1 pc Crow Bar (Bareta De Cabra)

Others

1 pc Rope (Manila Cordage)

2 kls Lime (Apog)

1 pc Signal Flag (Bandera)

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3. Individual PNP SAR Equipment: Each PNP SAR Team member shall carry with him a Backpack containing the following items:

General Description Quantity Description

Carriage Equipment 1 pc Pouch (to store First Aid Items)

First Aid

1 pc Torniquet

1 pc Alcohol

1 pc Burn Oinment

1 pair Disposable Gloves

1 pc Surgical scissor

1 roll Duct Tape

5 pcs Gauze (4x4)

1 roll Surgical Tape

2 pcs Mefenamic Acid

1 bottle Betadine

1 pc Triangular Bandage

1 box Bandaid Strips

Lighting

1 pc LED Flashlight

1 pc Lighter

2 pcs Reserve Battery

Personal Safety

1 pair Leather Gloves

1 pair Surgical Gloves

1 pair Surgical Masks

1 pc Eye Goggles

1 pc Life Vest

1 pc Face Shield/Bonnet

1 pc Utility Rope

1 pc Rescue Whistle

2 pcs Carabineer (Snap Link)

1 pc Multi-Tool Equipment (Swiss Knife)

1 pc Hard Hat

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ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

The PNP Critical Incident Management Committee

Critical Incident Task Coordinators

CIMC TDCA Chairman

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TDCO

Vice Chairman Vice

CCChairmannnn

Members (PNPCIMC)

TDPRM, TDI, TDL, TDC, TDIDM

TDHRDD, TDRD, TDICTM & TDIPOs

Vice CCChairmannnn

TDO: Head Secretariat

Vice CCChairmannnn

Sub-Committee CRIMINALITY

TDIDM-(Chairman) Dep. DIDM (Vice

Chairman)

MEMBERS:

DIPO,DPCR, DO,DI,DC,DL,

CIDG,CLG,IG,LS, HPG,MG,SAF,PACER,AvSeGrp,NOC,PIO,RD,PRO and Other NSUs

Sub-Committee

DESTABILIZATION TDI-(Chairman)

Dep DI- (Vice Chairman)

Sub-Committee

TERRORISM TDI-(Chairman)

Dep DI (Vice Chairman)

Sub-Committee

DISASTER MANAGEMENT

TDPCR-(Chairman) C,NOC (Vice Chairman)

Sub-Committee

SPECIAL NATIONAL EVENTS

TDO-(Chairman) Dep DO (Vice Chairman)

MEMBERS:

DIPO,DPCR,DPRM,DC,DL,DO,DIDM,IG,CIDG,MG,CLG,HPGLS,SAF,AvSeGrp,NOC,PIO,RD,PRO and Other NSUs

MEMBERS:

DIPO, DPRM, PCRG, DI,DHRDD,DL,DI,POP

CRG, DIDM,NOC PIO, RD, PRO and

Other NSUs

MEMBERS:

DIPO,DC,DL,

DPCR,DIDM,DO,SAF,HPG,MG,IG,CIDG,CLG,HS,AvSeGrp,LS,NOC,

PIO,RD,PRO and

Other NSUs

MEMBERS:

DPRM,DIPO,DHRDDDDC, DL, PCRG,DI,DPL, DIDM,DRD,DICTM,SAF,HS,MG,AvSeGrp,NOC

,PIO,RD,PRO and

Other NSUs

CMD, DIDM Secretariat

Secretariat

Sec

CAD, DPCR Secretariat

Secretariat

Sec

SOD, DO Secretariat

Secretariat

Sec

CSD, DI Secretariat

Secretariat

Sec

IOD, DI Secretariat

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Lessons Learned from Previous Disaster Incidents/Calamities

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1. It is essential to accurately document, update, process and ensure timely dispatch of

information to responding Search and Rescue Teams.

2. There is a need to organize communities for disaster preparedness activities so as to capacitate them to operate and survive under extreme catastrophic conditions.

3. There should be a strong leadership to enforce response preparedness measures by national and local chief executives.

4. It is vital to keep one lane of major thoroughfares and highways cleared of vehicles and debris to facilitate the movement of SAR equipment and personnel.

5. There should be proper coordination with the management of business establishments to allow stranded vehicles to utilize their respective parking spaces during typhoons to decongest the road and ensure the safety of motorists and passengers.

6. It is very crucial that pre-emptive or forced evacuation of residents living in hazard/risk areas be strictly implemented to minimize or attain zero casualty.

7. It is also of utmost importance to maximize the utilization of tri-media and the detail of PNP personnel in major radio and TV stations to act as PIO/Action officers

8. There must be an observance in “Post-Mortem” procedures to assure the relatives of the dead victims that the cadavers are properly handled.

9. It is essential that PNP Units/Offices must have their respective additional alternate communication equipment to be used during disasters and other incidents.

REFERENCES

1. Republic Act 10121 (The Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of

2010). 2. The American Red Cross 3. Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology 4. Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration 5. PNP LOI 35/10 “SAKLOLO REVISED”

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TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP

PDIR ROMMEL DF HEREDIA Director for Police Community Relations PCSUPT GIL J HITOSIS Deputy, Director, DPCR PCSUPT BENJAMIN B MAGALONG Executive Officer, DPCR PSSUPT ROLAND A VICENTE C, Plans and Programs Division PSSUPT JESSE STO. DOMINGO C, Community Affairs Division PSSUPT EFREN M PEREZ C, Public Information Division PSSUPT JONATHAN V ABLANG C, Information, Operations and Research Center PSSUPT NICKSON B MUKSAN C, Salaam Police Center PSSUPT MA ASUNCION DL PLACINO C, FJGADD PSUPT MARIO A REYES C, Budget and Fiscal Office

SECRETARIAT

PSUPT NINO DAVID L RABAYA – Head Secretariat

Members

PSUPT AILEEN G PADAOAN SPO4 Dionido M Pagapulan

SPO3 Franco B Licos SPO2 Mary Ann H Mason

PO3 Mardizon H Perrie PO2 Sherwin A Dascil

NUP Irma L Villa NUP Perlita P Herminado

NUP Rey K Eparwa NUP Evelyn Pimentel NUP Cristina O Yabut

NUP Angelita DC Dimagiba NUP Ma. Myla C Wagan NUP Isabelita V Bilugot

(Prepared by DPCR-CAD 7230401 local 3596) email address: pnpdpcr@yahoo.com