Vehicles
A stock of 20 vehicles is maintained for deployment to emergency operations ― 15 left-hand drive and 5 right-hand drive in Amsterdam. In addition to these, additional requirements for emergencies can also be met through loans from regional stocks in various locations and through ex-stock procurement from manufacturers stockholder.
The model currently in stock is the Toyota Landcruiser MZJ 105RL-GCMRS which has the following specifications:
- Air Conditioner, power steering, radio AM/FM and cassettes, 2 speakers
- 4,200cc Diesel
- 5 speed floor shift
- 6 seater, lateral seats (4 people) back door swing out type
- Tyres: 7.5OR-16-6 Radial Block
- Sub fuel tank, 50L
- Air cleaner cyclone with precleaner
- Speedometer Km/h
- High Altitude Compensator
- Engine Coolant LLC 50PCT
- Double Battery 12V
- Burglar alarm, spare part kits, tool kits, seat belts, etc.
Insurance and UNHCR number plates: STS is now able in certain circumstances to arrange third party insurance and UNHCR number plates pending completion of formalities with the authorities concerned so that UNHCR-owned vehicles can be immediately operational upon arrival in a country. However, this is not applicable to all countries.
How to request
Requests for the release of items from the Central Emergency Stockpile (CES) should be made by the Bureau through the CES Focal Point in STS and confirmed in writing, preferably by e-mail. After reviewing the request, STS will initiate form ESF1 which will be forwarded to the Certifying Officer (Head of Desk or other authorized signatory). The transfer of appropriate funds to the Central Emergency Stockpile project will be authorized by the Certifying Officer with availability of funds being confirmed by the DFIS.
Telecommunications Equipment
A stock of telecommunication equipment, adequate for establishing communication links for two emergency operations has been established. This equipment is intended to provide emergency staff with immediate communication links even from the most remote locations.
The stock, which will be replenished as it is deployed, consists of:
- 8 Pactors
- 80 Codans Base/MOB
- 100 VHF Base/MOB
- 300 VHF Handhelds
- 20 VHF Repeaters
- 14 VHF Packet
- 9 SATCOM M
- 4 SATCOM C
- 26 Natel D
- 10 Fax
How to request
Requests for the release of these items should be made in writing to the Telecoms Unit, RTO or HQTU01 and STS with a copy to the Desk/Bureaux at HQ after clearance with EPRS. Replacement costs will be charged to the relevant programme through the issuance of a Purchase Authorisation by the Desk.
