This document outlines a debris management plan for Dhaka, Bangladesh in the event of a catastrophic earthquake. It discusses challenges such as blocked access routes, overwhelmed open spaces, and a lack of preparedness. The Bangladesh army will provide search and rescue as well as debris clearance. The plan details stages from normal times to rehabilitation. It emphasizes recycling, reducing, and reusing debris via construction materials and composting organic waste. Health and safety concerns over hazardous materials are also addressed. The document provides recommendations around budget allocation, community involvement, and appointing health and safety experts.

1. DHAKA DEBRIS MANAGEMENT PLAN

2. AWAL UZ ZAMAN

3. UNDP refers to "Debris” as the mixture of
building waste and rubble arising from building
demolition.

4. OBJECTIVE
To provide operational guidance and specific action
for the government of Bangladesh to conduct a large
scale debris operation in the event of a catastrophic
earthquake in Dhaka city

5. ROLE OF BD ARMY
# Provide Trained search and rescue teams, rotary wing airlift, debris
clearance and engineering cap
# Cantonment Area within the Dhaka metropolitan city will be dealt
under existing rules and regulation of Bangladesh.
# Armed Forces Division has also divided the city into 8 zones
# AFD will be working in the Early response phase

6. POST DISASTER DEBRIS MANAGEMENT
• It is imperative for a country like Bangladesh to prepare a post disaster strategy
• Debris management is a key part of post disaster strategy.
Typical debris stream after Earthquake
Construction and demolition : Building materials
Hazardous waste : Fuels, oil, batteries
Municipal solid waste : HH garbage, personal belongings
Putrescible : Food waste, organic matter
White goods and vehicles : Refrigerators, AC
Special waste : Archeological importance
Geological : Soil, mud and sand

7. Plan
• 1. City corporation may issue notice to risky buildings and tell them to fix it,
otherwise it may fix it and people may pay additional tax
• 2. if unnoticed by owned and seriously risky, it can be demolished at the earliest
time
Stages
• Normal Time
• Alert and Warning Stage
• Disaster Stage
• Rehabilitation Stage

8. DEBRIS MANAGEMENT CYCLE
Importance of Debris Management Plan:
 Expedites the removal of debris thus helping in speedy
recovery of the affected communities.
 Protect human health and environment by proper
removal and organization of debris based on its types.
 Identify the cost effective debris management options
that can save money and spaces for debris disposal.

9. CHALLENGES IN POST EARTHQUAKE
DEBRIS MANAGEMENT
• Bangladesh Government senior policy makers and staff may be
unavailable initially for response.
• Major approach will initially be blocked and access to the city for
immediate relief will severely disrupted
• Open space within the city will be immediately overwhelmed by
displaced persons
• Debris Clearance, Transport and Disposal Response

10. CHALLENGES (CONT.)
DEBRIS CLEARANCE AND DISPOSAL
• The lack of preparedness and technical capability in part of the
government to carry out rescue missions and debris management
• Financial Constraints
• Environmental, Health and Safety Consideration
• Lack of Rules and Regulation Pertaining To Disaster Waste
Management

11. CHALLENGES (CONT.)
ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH AND SAFETY
CONSIDERATION
• The volume of paint and lead from damaged houses and building could reach
million liters
• Other hazardous wastes include battery and mercury
• Locals directly exposed
• Lack of proper protective measures and first
aid for demolition workers and supervisors.
• Skin problems, Damages to Kidney, Lugs and Nervous System

12. OPPORTUNITIES
RECYCLE, REDUCE AND REUSE (3R)
POTENTIAL OF DEBRIS
Economic and Environmental Benefits
 Reduction in the cost of debris removal and disposal
 Reduction in space used for landfill and transportation costs
 Revenue from recycled aggregates
 Job creation especially in developing countries
 Vegetative waste can be reduced by composting which can then be used for
diverse purposes

13. OPPORTUNITIES
CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION DEBRIS (C&D)
C&D debris represents a large portion of disaster debris but provide an excellent opportunity for
recycling, reuse and reduction.
• Masonry materials, such as brick and blocks, and concrete could be used in the
landscaping industry.
• Timber and other wood products can be used in variety of ways
• Asphalt shingles could be recycled into new asphalt pavement mixes or used at a cement
kiln. Drywall can be recycled into new dry wall, cement and agricultural uses.
• Metal is already typically recycled, therefore metal recycling after a disaster is very
promising.

14. RISK FACTORS
• Disaster events can generate large quantities of debris and management of such
debris can present a major challenge
• Lack of preparedness and technical capability in part of the government to carry out
rescue missions will be lengthy
• Also, to put the plans into action government needs to overcome financial
constraints and address issues related to efficiency, transparency and governance

15. • Post-earthquake debris, especially Construction & Demolition debris, have
enormous 3R potential
• These 3R strategies can bring numerous economic, social and environmental
benefits
Refuse Reuse Recycle
3 Basic Recommendation

16. RECOMM
• 50% of the estimated budget should be managed from local level
• A combined effort of technicians, specialist and locals will ensure speedy and
justifiable recovery.
• Increase the community realization that all debris are not waste, thus helping in
reuse and recycling of debris.
• Debris can be used for land reclamation in shallow areas

17. RECOMM
• Local disaster management and reconstruction should be formed
• Maximum involvement of local communities
• For monitoring the project, a monitoring team consisting of local political
representative should be formed
• The site for disposal of debris should be guaranteed

18. RECOMM
• Hazardous waste pose immediate threat to human health, safety and environment.
Hence, it is critical to guarantee its proper management.
• Necessary safety measures needs to be put in place for demolition workers, handlers
and supervisors. Only skilled workers should be designated for high risk works.
• Finally, it recommended that health, environment and safety expert be appointed,
either by the government or independently, who can advise on potential hazards.

19. CONCLUSION
• Furthermore, government should create necessary working environment for
professionals including engineers, environmentalist, geologist and contractors
working in this field.
• Finally, local political parties and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) should
also contribute in these initiative through active coordination and monitoring