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Non-Technical Survey (NTS) is a cornerstone of the Land Release (LR) process and represents the first operational step in determining the nature and extent of contamination. By gathering and analyzing information, NTS provides the evidence base required to classify areas and guide subsequent mine action activities. The accuracy and quality of information collected during NTS directly shape decision-making, ensuring that Technical Survey (TS) and clearance operations are targeted, efficient, and cost-effective.

Aim

This course equips NTS practitioners in Ukraine with the knowledge, practical skills, and attitudes required to conduct high-quality NTS in line with standards, thereby enhancing the quality and consistency of this critical activity across all accredited organizations.

What you will learn?

The course strengthens participants’ capacity to:

  • Explain the principles of Land Release (LR) and Non-Technical Survey (NTS) in line with IMAS, with focus on Ukraine.
  • Identify basic mine-laying tactics and types of Explosive Ordnance (EO) and their implications for LR.
  • Apply NTS tools, sketch maps, GPS, compass, and Ground Sign Awareness.
  • Demonstrate community engagement with inclusive interviews and triangulation of information.
  • Distinguish between direct and indirect EO evidence and its role in reporting.
  • Review NTS forms, process maps, and reporting for quality.
  • Conduct and report a complete NTS exercise in a simulated environment, and explain key security considerations

Who should attend?

This training course has been designed for NTS practitioners and/or future practitioners in Ukraine that to be deployed within NTS teams. The training will involve up to 22 participants from national mine action authorities and mine action organization active in Non-Technical Survey operations in Ukraine.

Equipment requirements

Participants will be familiarized with various survey tools and equipment, such as GPS devices, laser range finders,compasses, mapping software, and data collection forms. The GICHD will provide the equipment required for the training, however, participants are encouraged to bring their laptops with Google Earth and Basecamp software installed and their own field tools (GPS, compass, etc.).

Teaching approach

The course entails both theoretical and practical elements, with a focus on evidence–based approaches to NTS in Ukraine. The training has been designed to be conducted partially in a classroom and partially in field areas that emulate the geography and characteristics of Ukraine to provide the scenario-based exercise experience as close to reality as possible.

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