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Current Landmine Impact Surveys By The Survey Action Center, Cisr Jmu
Current Landmine Impact Surveys By The Survey Action Center, Cisr Jmu
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
The Survey Action Center (SAC) envisions post-conflict societies being free from the impact of landmines in order to boost peace, stability and economic development. Since 1998, 14 surveys have been conducted, including one in northern Iraq by United Nations Office of Project Services (UNOPS) and one in Lebanon through the Mines Advisory Group (MAG) and the Vietnam Veterans of America Foundation (VVAF). In 2003, seven surveys are being conducted with SAC support. This article describes the current status of the Landmine Impact Surveys (LISs) in Afghanistan, Angola, Azerbaijan, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somaliland.
Ddasaccident543, Hd-Aid
Ddasaccident543, Hd-Aid
Global CWD Repository
A BM-12 smoke shell was reported near the Safe UXO Store of [Demining group] teams working in Logar province. The acting TL briefed the SL to take the UXO away and demolish it. Mr. Paya-I-Din was climbing a hill while taking the UXO to the demolition pit, slipped and the accident happened. It is worth-mentioning that the UXO he was carrying did not explode and apparently a BD RPG7 fuse caused the injuries.
From Kosovo To Afghanistan, Cluster Bombs Again, Fernando Termentini
From Kosovo To Afghanistan, Cluster Bombs Again, Fernando Termentini
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
Cluster bombs have created problems in several countries, as they are one of the many unexploded hazards often left behind after a conflict. This article gives an overview of the threat and shows how the organization Intersos has been working to help clear up the problem.
Ddasaccident515, Hd-Aid
Ddasaccident515, Hd-Aid
Global CWD Repository
The primary cause of this accident is listed as a “Field control inadequacy” because it seems that the Victim was burning off an area that needed to be cleared and did not maintain an appropriate safety distance when the fire might have initiated a mine/device. The secondary cause is listed as a “Management control inadequacy” because the management of the demining group declined to make the accident details available. Although this is sometimes done to protect the Victims, in this case the Victim’s name was among the limited detail made available. It is possible that the managers have chosen to …
Adopt-A-Team: Adopt-A-Minefield® Responds To The Situation In Afghanistan, Megan Burke
Adopt-A-Team: Adopt-A-Minefield® Responds To The Situation In Afghanistan, Megan Burke
The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction
Afghanistan is considered one of the most mine-affected countries in the world. This is the sad legacy of 23 years of near-continuous war—first against Soviet occupiers, then between rival Afghan factions. The majority of the population has not experienced a time of peace in their lives. According to the United Nations, between 150 and 300 people are injured or killed every month due to landmines or UXO. Seventy percent of those accidents involve civilians—many of whom are returning refugees or internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Mine Action In Afghanistan: Transitional Options, Gichd
Mine Action In Afghanistan: Transitional Options, Gichd
Global CWD Repository
This report examines the options for transition from a United Nations Mine Action Centre for Afghanistan (UNMACA) to one under national government management. The report was commissioned by the UNDP Bureau of Crisis Prevention and Recovery in February 2003. It discusses four options for transition, and provides background to the conclusions and recommendations.
Ddasaccident377, Hd-Aid
Ddasaccident377, Hd-Aid
Global CWD Repository
The Land Cruiser, carrying two [Commercial company] personnel and their interpreters, was travelling down the CDS feeder track back to the main track when the rear offside wheel drove over a booby-trap.