Khliehriat, Nov 25: In an effort to strengthen disaster preparedness and enhance the capacity of block-level officials and frontline responders in effectively managing emergencies, a training programme on Block Incident Response Team (IRT) was held for officials of Wapung and Lumshnong C&RD Blocks.
The programme was organised by the office of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), East Jaintia Hills District.
The Civil Defence and Home Guards team provided a detailed explanation and live demonstration on essential first aid techniques. They trained and demonstrated participants on how to use clean cloth as a temporary bandage. The team also showed practical methods for providing initial support during fractures, head injuries and jaw dislocations to stabilise the victim before professional medical help arrives. They also trained participants on how to improvise stretchers using easily available materials, ensuring that communities are able to respond effectively even with limited resources.
The Fire and Emergency Services team educated participants on essential fire safety measures and guided them on how to respond effectively during fire emergencies. They explained the common causes of fire, the types of materials that can easily ignite and the precautions needed to prevent such incidents. The team elaborated on the correct and safe method of using fire extinguishers, teaching participants how to control and extinguish small fires before professional help arrives, ensuring quick action and enhanced community safety.
District Disaster Management Officer (DDMO) Donna L. Kharkongor highlighted the importance of the Incident Response System (IRS) as a structured and coordinated approach for managing emergencies. She explained how the IRS helps streamline roles, responsibilities and communication among various response teams, ensuring that actions are carried out efficiently during disasters.
