Emergency sheltering resources

Australian Red Cross emergency sheltering resources are now available to download for free.

To order hard copies of these resources, please email your request to contactus@redcross.org.au

Preferred Sheltering Practices for Emergency Sheltering in Australia

- Key actions and guidance notes - Preferred sheltering practices for sanitation, water supply, shelter and space management; and food - Australian context, adapted from international standards for humanitarian response in times of disasters.

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Preferred Sheltering Practices

- A3 infographic poster - Succinctly covers sanitation, water supply, shelter and space management, and waste management - Ideal for use in planning and preparation.

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Preferred Sheltering Practices (Food)

- A3 infographic poster - Succinctly covers food availability, access and utilisation - Ideal for use in planning and preparation.

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Evacuation Centre Field Guide

- Quick reference lists regarding roles and responsibilities - Relevant information for any facility that provides basic human needs to people affected by disasters - Operational considerations for establishing and maintaining an evacuation/relief centre.

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Emergency Sheltering Management Handbook

- A reference for the operational considerations of managing an emergency shelter - Considerations for managing people/groups with special needs - Advice on critical decision-making.

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