RESCUE 1122, By-Laws
Governs Pakistan's 1122 emergency response service, originally established in Punjab and since extended to other provinces.
Overview
Rescue 1122 began as the Punjab Emergency Service under the Punjab Emergency Service Act 2006, created after gaps in Pakistan's emergency response were exposed by earlier disasters. It handles ambulance, fire, and rescue operations across all districts of Punjab, and has since extended technical assistance and training to other provinces and regions, with Sindh establishing its own Sindh Emergency Rescue Service Act in 2023.
Key points
- Originally established under the Punjab Emergency Service Act 2006
- Covers emergency ambulance, fire, and rescue operations, accessible by dialing 1122
- Operates in all districts of Punjab, with technical assistance extended elsewhere
- Sindh launched its own Sindh Emergency Rescue Service Act in 2023
Who this applies to
Building owners and facility managers coordinating emergency response plans, and organizations partnering with 1122 for fire drills, training, or on-site emergency preparedness.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rescue 1122 available across all of Pakistan?
It's fully established in Punjab and has expanded, in some form, to other provinces, though coverage and legal basis vary by province.
What emergencies does 1122 respond to?
Road accidents, medical emergencies, fires, building collapses, hazardous material incidents, and flood or water rescue, among others.
What law created the service?
The Punjab Emergency Service Act 2006 established the original 1122 system.
How can an organization arrange 1122 training?
Through Rescue 1122's Emergency Services Academy, which trains personnel from across provinces, or via direct district-level coordination.
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