Selecting the distribution site
237. Sites selected for distribution of NFIs to beneficiaries
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must meet certain standards. When choosing a site, consider decision-making tool the following factors: ► provision of shade, water and latrines for beneficiaries while queuing; ► the long-distance beneficiaries have to travel to reach coordination the distribution site; programme plan ► local transport and road systems-whether access assessment for vehicles carrying goods is likely to be blocked by beneficiaries beneficiaries; labour ► secure location for the beneficiaries; materials ► evacuation route for staff, in case of security problems; and procurement support ► proximity to military or security establishments or other sensitive areas. quality assurance
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able to respond to future major emergencies. Stockpiles must be: definition of TS ► protected from bad handling, improper stacking and 10 TS principles climatic effects; 5 characteristics ► accessible in all weathers; when not to use TS ► organised so that handling and distribution are kept to a SWOT minimum; and ► protected from theft and pests.
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236. Procured materials can also be stockpiled in order to be
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Managing the distribution site
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238. When planning the layout of the distribution site attention
should be paid to the following factors, with special care given to security and the protection of vulnerable individuals: ► consider how vulnerable groups within the population will be able to receive distributed shelter construction items, possibly including more localised deliveries and delivery 88
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