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The LOGISTICS OPERATIONS GUIDE (LOG) (version 2007)
The Logistics Operations Guide (LOG) is the reference tool for UNJLC Core Unit as well as those individuals sent to the site of an emergency (these may be Core Unit staff, seconded staff or consultants).
The LOG is also valuable for other actors in a humanitarian emergency response, providing a wealth of key information about:
- humanitarian logistics and emergency operations of the United Nations;
- the modus operandi of militaries and international organizations;
- the function of inter-governmental agreements;
- the functioning of international platforms for cooperation.
The LOG covers a wide spectrum of functions and activities. However, UNJLC responsibilities will be determined on a case-by-case basis, depending on the context and the nature of any humanitarian emergency.
The LOG is based on a logical sequence of chronological actions taken after the onset of a large-scale emergency requiring multi-sectoral humanitarian support.
Although the approach takes into account the uncertainty and the unpredictability that surround humanitarian emergencies, it is possible that, depending on the circumstances, the structures and actions described in this LOG may have to be modified, limited or expanded. Therefore, the LOG should only be considered as generic guidance to help the staff officers in their tasks, in particular during the early phases of the deployment.
Besides the application of procedures and checklists recommended in this manual, professional skills and sound judgement, complemented by a cooperative spirit between staff officers, agencies, other humanitarian actors and governments will be a prerequisite to guarantee a smooth and efficient functioning of the system.
Structure of the LOG and How to Use the LOG
- LOG 1 is the core of the LOG and is available in hardcopy handbook and electronic format. It provides an overview of the humanitarian environment, describes the range of possible UNJLC functions, and provides guidelines to the staff.
- LOG 2 contain background information, forms and guidelines to support the functions described in LOG 1 (Handbook). part 2 is availabe on the CD of the LOG
The full Logistics Operations Guide is available on CDROM. To obtain the CDROM, please contact info@unjlc.org.
REMARK: Within the UN Humanitarian reform process, WFP established a Working Group on Logistics and engaged in interagency and discussion with NGO partners. Agreement was reached on an Executive Summary of the Cluster Working Group on Logistics. On 12 December 2005 the Executive Summary was presented to the Inter-agency Standing Committee Principals Meeting. The Logistics Cluster working group is led by WFP and participants at the global level include IOM, WHO, UNHCR, UNICEF, OCHA, the United Nations Joint Logistic Center (UNJLC), UNFPA, ICRC, IFRC World Vision International (WVI), Care, Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Save the Children (SC), and FAO. The Logistics Cluster Working Group aims to improve surge capacity, speed and effectiveness of humanitarian response ensuring better logistics preparedness and response, and facilitating improved inter-agency interoperability through the pooling of resources. Following the establishment of the Cluster approach and the recognition of a Logistics Cluster, operational functions and activities described in the LOG might fall under the responsibility of the Logistics Cluster, instead of UNJLC, if a field Logistics Cluster is established in a given crisis. |
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Type of document : Update
Publication date 2007-Jan-01
