[Pak-Media] 12-point SOP for field staffers of media groups

This is for all the journalists and other media employees

Twelve Points to ensure Personal Safety while working in high risk environment

1. The fundamental principle that governs news
coverage in a conflict zone is: 'NO STORY IS WORTH YOUR LIFE'. So,
pull out before it's too late.

2. Staying in touch means staying alive. So your city
editor/shift in charge should always be aware of your movements in a
conflict zone.

3. The city editor/ chief reporter is also expected to
carry out the risk assessment before deploying the crew in a hostile
zone.

4. In case of trouble city editor/shift in charge is
expected to coordinate with the emergency services/hospitals.

5. Make sure the team of
reporters/photographers/cameraman being deployed has the basic
knowhow/ training in reporting from a conflict zone.

6. The vehicle/DSNG they are traveling in should have
the necessary safety gear (bullet-proof jackets etc) and a proper
first aid/trauma kit.

7. At least one member of the crew should have the
basic knowledge of life saving techniques.

8. The colour of the bullet-proof jacket/helmet should
be different from that of the security forces operating in the area.

9. During civil disturbance/riots the journalists
should be dressed up in a manner that they are not confused for
members of one of the conflicting parties.

10. As tempers often run high during civil disturbance, the
reporter/photographer should never hesitate to identify themselves by
shouting 'PRESS' or 'JOURNALIST' but try and avoid arguing with either
of the parties (rioters/police).

11. The field reporters, tv crew's vehicle/DSNG should have
a directory of all nearby hospitals/police stations.

12. At least one member of the team should be trained and
senior enough to DECIDE on the spot the RIGHT TIME TO ABANDON THE
COVERAGE and move to a safer place.

Regards,
Mazhar Abbas,
Director News,
ARYNEWS.

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