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Mine safety

Where are mines, grenades hidden? What do explosives look like? Join the Mine safety series and gain vital knowledge for your safety

Experts: Ivan Shepeliev

The educational series "Mine Safety" aims to provide every resident of Ukraine with vital knowledge about the threat of mines and explosive ordnance (EO). Ukraine is the most contaminated country in the world, making it crucial for everyone to be aware of potential dangers in both urban and rural areas.

 

The series covers topics such as recognizing and avoiding hazardous areas, identifying different types of mines and EO, and what to do when they are found. Special attention is given to remnants of rockets, drones, artillery and mortar shells, grenades, and bombs found across the country. You will learn what these items look like and how to act safely.

 

The series also teaches how to recognize markers and signs indicating dangerous areas, important for residents and visitors to Ukraine. Simple instructions will help you avoid hazards and respond appropriately.

 

The knowledge gained from this course can save lives and preserve health. Join us in watching "Mine Safety" and be prepared for any threats.

 

The educational series was created for Diia.Education with information support from the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine and technical support from the State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SESU) as part of a project implemented by BBC Media Action, which is part of a United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine project, funded by the Government of Japan.

Format:
Education series
EKTS:
0.1
Languages:
Ukrainian, English, Sign language
Topic:
Security
For:
for young people, for parents, for adults, for IDPs
Skills:

HARD: Identification of dangerous and safe zones using markers and other methods, Identification of dangerous areas in nature, Identification of dangerous places in cities and villages, Identification of threats and risks associated with explosive ordnance, Identification of threats and risks of minefields, Identification of types of landmines and understanding their mechanisms, Identification of unexploded artillery and mortar shells, Identification of unexploded grenades and aerial bombs, and understanding their dangers, Protective measures for residents of dangerous places, Recognition of missile and drone remnants and safe response upon encountering them, Steps for safe action when encountering explosive devices, Steps of actions to ensure safety in dangerous areas

Program

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Get started

Episode 1. Threats and risks

This episode highlights the main threats associated with minefields and other explosive ordnance (EO). You will learn about the potential risks that may lurk in both urban and rural areas and how to avoid them.
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Episode 2. Safe zones and signs to help identify dangerous areas

In this episode, you will learn to recognize safe and dangerous zones, distinguish between markers and other identification methods. This will help you avoid entering minefields and other dangerous areas.
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Episode 3. Mines

This episode examines various types of landmines, their features, and mechanisms. You will learn what they look like and the threats they pose to your safety.

Invited experts

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Ivan Shepeliev

Deputy Head of the Group — Head of the Pyrotechnic Operations Department of the Pyrotechnic Operations Group of the Pyrotechnic and Special Operations Unit of the Mobile Rescue Centre of the SESU, Senior Lieutenant of the Civil Protection Service

Partners

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Notice the Changes

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State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SESU)

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ВВС Мedia Action

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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

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Government of Japan

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