1st Emergency Response Workshop Singapore, 18th October 2016 Presentation by : Singapore
Participants EAHC CHC MSs Brunei Darussalam China Indonesia Japan Republic of Korea Malaysia Singapore Thailand Others Transport Safety Investigation Bureau, Singapore Sea & land Pte. Ltd, Singapore
Outline of Presentation Objectives of Workshop Case Studies Shared by Member States Natural Disasters Search and Rescue/Salvage Hydrography and Emergency Response Key Takeaways from Workshop Recommendations to EAHC SC
Objectives To share Member States’ experiences with emergency response through case studies; To identify roles Hydrographic Offices play in managing and responding to emergencies; and To learn about relevant technical requirements, best practices and frameworks necessary to remain prepared for quick emergency responses
Case Studies shared by Member States Natural Disasters
Case Studies shared by Member States Search & Rescue/Salvage
Case Studies shared by Member States Hydrography and Emergency Response
Key Takeaways Hydrographic offices play an important role in emergency disaster response Key roles include Search and rescue/salvage operations Ensuring safe navigation for vessels providing aid/relief Hydrographic data and equipment are essential in risk reduction and disaster response Preparedness is key Cooperation and coordination between hydrographic offices is often necessary
Recommendations to EAHC SC Development of minimum guidelines Sharing workshop presentation slides on EAHC website 2nd Emergency Disaster Response Workshop Practical based (tabletop exercises, field demonstration, etc.) Capacity building Scenario-based training quick survey and charting Training hydrographers with multiple skills Sharing technical expertise
Recommendations to EAHC SC Base Data for updating and sharing at EAHC level Regular updating of GEBCO data Regional MSDI accessible by EAHC MSs Standards and quality of surveys and charts for disaster response Disseminate information and data and producing fit-for-purpose charts quickly Communication and reporting