By- Bandita Patra

Associate Professor
TRIAGE

Triage is the process to sporting out the

victim as of a battle or disaster, to
determine medical priority in order to
increase the number of survivors.
TRAIGE tag is prefabricated label placed on
each patient that helps:
• Identify the patient
• Contain record of assessment findings
• Identify priority of patients need for
medical treatment and transport from the
emergency scene
• Identify additional hazards
TRIAGE SYSTEM
Triage system in color coding:-
1. Red tags (Immediate):-
Who cannot survive
without immediate treatment but who have a
chance of survival.
2. Yellow tags (observation):-
• Who requires
observation their condition is stable for the
moment and they are not in immediate
danger of death.
3. Green tags (wait):-
Walking wounded who
will need medical care at some point after
more critical injuries have been treated.
4. Black tags (expectant):-
It is used for the
diseased and for those whose injuries are so
extensive that they will not be able to survive
even after providing a available and possible
care.
REHABILITATION

The final phase in disaster management.

The starts from the very first moment of
disaster. The services provided in the
previous all phases are temporary and might
have some negative effects on the
community. During the first weeks after
disaster, the pattern of health needs will
change rapidly moving from casualty
treatment to more routine primary health
care.
Cont............
• Hence, services should be recognized and
reconstructed priorities too will shift from
health care to environmental health
measures.
Voluntary health organizations
• Voluntary health agencies have become an
irrepressible global force today. They are the
heart and soul that occupy a special place in
modern state along with performing vital
functions for its members with the help of these
institutions. These organizations have been a
helping hand to the needy, neglected, sick, poor,
etc. group of societies.
• These organizations have shown their active
participation at times of calamities.
Meaning:-
• The term voluntary is derived from the lain
word volunteers which means will or
freedom. It is an organization initiated and
governed by its own members on
democratic principles without any external
control.
Functions:-
• Supplementing the work of government
agencies
• Pioneering
• Education
• Demonstration
• Guarding the work of government agencies
• Advancing health legislation
Characteristics:-
• It should be established by a group of
private, individual or NGO
• It should be managed by an independent
voluntary board of directors elected
periodically by the members.
• It should be autonomous
• It should have a clearly defined
constitution and we are accountable to
that constitution
• 
cont.............
• It should be financially independent
• It should have a formal legal status,
permanent headquarters and employees.
• Apart from professional and voluntary staff
it should have humanitarian objectives and
programs.
Voluntary health agencies in India
• A voluntary health care agency provides
health services and support to individuals
or communities, often with a focus on
specific health issues or populations. Here
are some key characteristics and
examples:
Characteristics:
1. Non-profit or charitable status
2. Governed by a board of directors or trustees
3. Relies on donations, grants, or fundraising
4. Provides health education, advocacy, and
support
5. May offer direct healthcare services or partner
with healthcare providers
 1.India Red Cross Society
The Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) is a voluntary humanitarian
organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and
promotes health, welfare, and community development.
• Established in 1920, IRCS is part of the International Red Cross and
Red Crescent Movement.
Mission:
To provide relief to vulnerable people, promote health and welfare, and
strengthen community resilience.
Objectives:
1. Disaster Response and Relief
2. Blood Bank and Transfusion Services
3. Health Services (First Aid, Medical Care, etc.)
4. Community Development (Water, Sanitation, Hygiene)
5. Youth and Volunteer Development
6. Promoting Humanitarian Law and Principles
2.Hind Kusht Nivaran Sangh
The Hindu Kust Nivaran Sangh (HKNS) is a non-profit organization
focused on leprosy eradication and rehabilitation in India.
• Founded in 1924 by Swami Achalananda and Dr. D.R. Naidu.
Mission:-
To eradicate leprosy and rehabilitate those affected, promoting dignity
and social inclusion.
Objectives:-
1. Leprosy detection and treatment
2. Rehabilitation of leprosy-affected individuals
3. Education and awareness about leprosy
4. Community-based care and support
5. Advocacy for leprosy elimination
3. Indian Council For Child Welfare
The Indian Council for Child Welfare (ICCW) is a national organization
working towards the welfare and development of children in
India.Founded in 1952 by Dr. (Mrs.) V. S. Ramachandran, ICCW is
affiliated with the International Union for Child Welfare (IUCW).
Mission:
To promote the well-being and rights of children, ensuring their
physical, emotional, and psychological development.
Objectives:
1. Child Health and Nutrition
2. Education and Literacy
3. Child Protection and Safety
4. Women's Empowerment
5. Community Development
4.Tuberculosis Association Of India
The Tuberculosis Association of India (TBAI) is a non-profit
organization working towards tuberculosis (TB) control and
elimination in India. Founded in 1939.
Mission:
To prevent, control, and eliminate tuberculosis in India.
Objectives:
1. TB prevention and control
2. Advocacy and awareness
3. Research and training
4. Community engagement
5. Collaboration with government and stakeholders
5.Bharat Sewak Samaj
Bharat Sewak Samaj (BSS) is a non-profit organization
founded in 1952 by Bharat Ratna Late Shri Jawaharlal
Nehru, with the objective of promoting social welfare and
community development in India.
Mission:
To empower marginalized communities through education,
healthcare, and economic development.
Objectives:
1. Education and literacy
2. Healthcare and wellness
3. Economic empowerment
4. Social justice and equality
5. Disaster relief and rehabilitation
6.Central Social Welfare Board
The Central Social Welfare Board (CSWB) is a statutory
body under the Ministry of Women and Child Development,
Government of India. Established in 1953.
Mission:
To promote social welfare and empowerment of vulnerable
groups, particularly women, children, and marginalized
communities.
Objectives:
1. Social welfare and empowerment
2. Women's empowerment
3. Child development and protection
4. Social justice and equality
5. Community development
7.Kasturba Memorial Fund
The Kasturba Memorial Fund (KMF) is a non-profit
organization established in 1950 in memory of Kasturba
Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi's wife.
Mission:
To empower rural women and children through education,
healthcare, and economic development.
Objectives:
1. Education and literacy
2. Healthcare and wellness
3. Economic empowerment
4. Women's rights and social justice
5. Community development
8.Family Planning Association Of India

The Family Planning Association of India (FPAI) is a non-

profit organization working towards reproductive health,
family planning, and population control in India. Founded in
1949.
Mission:
To promote reproductive health, family planning, and population
stabilization.
Objectives:
1. Improve reproductive health and well-being
2. Increase access to family planning services
3. Promote population stabilization
4. Empower women and girls
5. Advocate for reproductive rights
9.All India Women’s Conference
The All India Women's Conference (AIWC) is a non-profit
organization working towards women's empowerment and
social welfare in India. Founded in 1927.
Mission:
To promote women's rights, education, and social welfare,
empowering them to participate fully in national
development.
Objectives:
1. Women's empowerment and leadership
2. Education and literacy
3. Health and wellness
4. Economic independence
5. Social justice and human rights
10.All India Blind Relief Society
The All India Blind Relief Society (AIBRS) is a non-profit
organization working towards empowering visually impaired
individuals in India. Founded in 1949.
Mission:
To provide comprehensive support to visually impaired
individuals, promoting their independence and integration
into society.
Objectives:
1. Education and rehabilitation
2. Employment and economic empowerment
3. Healthcare and accessibility
4. Advocacy and awareness
5. Research and development
11.Professional Bodies
Professional bodies are organizations that represent and regulate
specific professions or industries. like;-
Medical and Healthcare:
1. Indian Medical Association (IMA)
2. Medical Council of India (MCI)
3. Indian Nursing Council (INC)
4. Dental Council of India (DCI)
5. Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
These professional bodies aim to:
1. Regulate and standardize professional practices
2. Promote continuing education and professional development
3. Advocate for industry interests
4. Provide networking opportunities
5. Enhance public trust and confidence in the profession