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Establishing and nurturing a secure and safe environment is a fundamental responsibility of every educational institution. Modern challenges, from natural disasters to technological and social risks, require systemic, preventive and pedagogically based action.
National Education Portal of the Republic of Serbia (NEP), in cooperation with INIS (Institute for National and International Security), at the address zuov.gov.rs/bezbednost
The development of a security culture among Primary and secondary school students and employees is encouraged through continuous education, the adoption of standardized procedures, and the development of competencies for hazard recognition, responsible response, and mutual solidarity.
This section of the NEP outlines basic guidelines, content, and recommendations for emergency response, in accordance with the Manual, which forms part of a broader strategy for strengthening resilience in the education system.
“Handbook for Emergency Response Procedures in Educational Institutions in the Republic of Serbia”
As initial support for teaching, the Handbook provides specific approaches for addressing the topic of security and safety in both curricular and extracurricular activities. The content and expected outcomes defined in the Handbook are aligned with the teaching and learning programs and can be used to expand, deepen and functionally apply knowledge, skills and attitudes to develop a security culture in the school environment. The Handbook is intended for all school employees – principals, teachers and professional associates – and may also be of importance to parents, as well as students themselves.
MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF INIS
Institute for National and International Security
The Handbook for Emergency Response Procedures in Educational Institutions in the Republic of Serbia (hereinafter: the Handbook) was developed as a legal obligation prescribed by law. The current Law, as well as the previous one from 2009, was created in response to changes brought about by the Decision on the Suspension of Mandatory Military Service in Serbia, which resulted in the cessation of training for a large portion of the population within Army units for responding to emergency situations.
The floods in the Belgrade municipality of Obrenovac in 2014 claimed many lives and caused significant material damage. Those who had completed military service knew precisely how to protect themselves and others — from administering first aid to operating vehicles such as trucks used for evacuating people.
The tragic events of May 3rd and 4th, 2023, further underscored the urgent need to work with youth and all actors involved in emergency response procedures within educational institutions.
The decision to compensate for the lack of military-based civil protection training (due to the suspension of conscription) through training integrated into primary and secondary education has not been effectively implemented in practice to this day. Therefore, this Handbook, together with the planned training programs, serves as a solid foundation for preparing teachers and professors in primary and secondary schools to successfully transfer the knowledge they acquire during the training to students and all employees within educational institutions.
Additionally, the Handbook can be useful to students, parents, and other citizens, helping them to better understand the risks to life and health they may face, how to recognize them, and what protective measures to take to eliminate or mitigate the consequences of such hazards or emergencies. A significant component of this training is theprovision of first aid and self-help to injured persons.
Prof. Dr. Darko Trifunović
Director, INIS
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Establishing and nurturing a secure and safe environment is a fundamental responsibility of every educational institution. Modern challenges, from natural disasters to technological and social risks, require systemic, preventive and pedagogically based action.
National Education Portal of the Republic of Serbia (NEP), in cooperation with INIS (Institute for National and International Security), at the address zuov.gov.rs/bezbednost
The development of a security culture among Primary and secondary school students and employees is encouraged through continuous education, the adoption of standardized procedures, and the development of competencies for hazard recognition, responsible response, and mutual solidarity.
This section of the NEP outlines basic guidelines, content, and recommendations for emergency response, in accordance with the Manual, which forms part of a broader strategy for strengthening resilience in the education system.
“Handbook for Emergency Response Procedures in Educational Institutions in the Republic of Serbia”
As initial support for teaching, the Handbook provides specific approaches for addressing the topic of security and safety in both curricular and extracurricular activities. The content and expected outcomes defined in the Handbook are aligned with the teaching and learning programs and can be used to expand, deepen and functionally apply knowledge, skills and attitudes to develop a security culture in the school environment. The Handbook is intended for all school employees – principals, teachers and professional associates – and may also be of importance to parents, as well as students themselves.
MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF INIS
Institute for National and International Security
The Handbook for Emergency Response Procedures in Educational Institutions in the Republic of Serbia (hereinafter: the Handbook) was developed as a legal obligation prescribed by law. The current Law, as well as the previous one from 2009, was created in response to changes brought about by the Decision on the Suspension of Mandatory Military Service in Serbia, which resulted in the cessation of training for a large portion of the population within Army units for responding to emergency situations.
The floods in the Belgrade municipality of Obrenovac in 2014 claimed many lives and caused significant material damage. Those who had completed military service knew precisely how to protect themselves and others — from administering first aid to operating vehicles such as trucks used for evacuating people.
The tragic events of May 3rd and 4th, 2023, further underscored the urgent need to work with youth and all actors involved in emergency response procedures within educational institutions.
The decision to compensate for the lack of military-based civil protection training (due to the suspension of conscription) through training integrated into primary and secondary education has not been effectively implemented in practice to this day. Therefore, this Handbook, together with the planned training programs, serves as a solid foundation for preparing teachers and professors in primary and secondary schools to successfully transfer the knowledge they acquire during the training to students and all employees within educational institutions.
Additionally, the Handbook can be useful to students, parents, and other citizens, helping them to better understand the risks to life and health they may face, how to recognize them, and what protective measures to take to eliminate or mitigate the consequences of such hazards or emergencies. A significant component of this training is theprovision of first aid and self-help to injured persons.
Prof. Dr. Darko Trifunović
Director, INIS
