1. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006

2. Plastic sheeting (and fixings) guidelines for use and procurement in humanitarian operations project overview November 2006

3. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 introduction Graham Saunders IFRC A project funded by Oxfam and IFRC

4. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 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

5. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 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.

6. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 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

7. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 existing standards and guidelines John Howard OXFAM GB

8. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 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)?

9. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 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?

10. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 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?)

11. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 fixings Gordon Browne Southampton Solent University

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19. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 fixings Joseph Ashmore consultant

20. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 contents - what to include in the booklet? peer reviews feedback please…

21. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 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

22. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 contents Section B: Using plastic sheeting - When to use - How to buy and deliver to the beneficiaries - Examples - Fixings - ITPS - Disposal

23. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 challenges - ITPS when to use plastic sheeting should other specifications be considered disposal of plastic sheeting level of construction detailing to be included

24. projects@plasticsheeting.org www.plastic-sheeting.org 17 Nov 2006 How to become involved Knowledge sharing: Sharing any technical and practical information Peer review: Attending and participating in the peer review meetings. Commenting on drafts Distribution: Distributing the finalised booklet