Technical guidance document for Non-Food Items (NFI) in North East Nigeria Addendum to the Standard Operating Procedures and revised Non Food Items Kits Outline. Objectives. Background 3. Scope 4. Nonfood items (NFI) specifications 5. NFI items in Response Plans 6. Sector Indicators to be Captured in a PDM. Objectives This document is a working document to guide the process of identifying needs of affected population in Northeast Nigeria and analysing the humanitarian situation in relation to NFI interventions. It enhances peer review of OSM and Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDMs) and infuses learning for guidance note development. In addition, its objective is to document the review of Non Food Items (NFI) kits and type of NFI response, taking into consideration the activation of the Rapid Response Mechanisms (RRM), distribution of NFI specific packages for loose items (i.e. bedding kit, etc), distribution of in kind shelter specific basic NFIs and the distribution of in-kind improved packages. Furthermore, this document will enhance the revision and standardization of Post-distribution Monitoring indicators and reports.. Background In light of the multiple active humanitarian agencies in NFI interventions in the north east Nigerian response, enhanced coordination is vital for a more efficient and effective intervention. Several documents and methods have been developed by the sector for a more coordinated response that include, the sector SOPs and the coordination mechanism and the RRM activation mechanism and more. This document adds to the mentioned lists of tools and mechanisms, so that partners can direct their NFI response in a more guided manner, hence ensuring the do no harm principle in humanitarian responses, and ensuring an equal and fair provision of household items that are contextually applicable to the emergency situation. 3. Scope: More specifically, this document is a step further of sections 3 & 6 in the sector SOPs, i.e. items for distribution and post distribution monitoring. This implies that every other section of the sector SOP for NFI remains valid. In addition, the technical guidance is a working document in which periodic adjustments need to be taken into consideration, specifically after PDM and field reports are shared. This document is a reflection on what is being agreed on between NFI partners at the sector level and should be available to all agencies working in the NFI response in north east Nigeria. Revision I November 07
4. Nonfood Items Specifications (included in Improved and Standard NFI Kit ): # Item Sector Specifications Unit Quantity Estimated Cost/ Unit (USD) Estimated Total Cost (USD) Blankets Woven, 50% wool fibres ±5%, 50% other textile fibres, recycled fibres accepted. Grey, brown or other dark colours, preferably not died. Size: 50cm x 00cm +3%/-%. Weight: kg, edges must be stitched with cloth. To be taken on flat stabilized sample, without folds. Pcs 3 4 Sleeping Mats Synthetic, Tear proof, Plastic, Water impervious; finished size:.8 X 0.9m minimum. Floor mats made in a tightly woven twill weave fabric (/, 3/, /, 3/) of clean and net appearance. Weft: Recycled polypropylene (PP) hollow tubes not containing any filler. Pcs 3.5 7.5 3 Jerry Can 0L volume; 45g weight; Made of Polyamide 38micron made of Polyethylene 80micron UV stabilized with non-toxic coating. - A built-in carrying handle. - Zipper closed top opening, 40mm. Pcs 4 4 Jerry Can 0L volume; 45g weight; Made of Polyamide 38micron made of Polyethylene 80micron UV stabilized with non-toxic coating. - A built-in carrying handle. - Zipper closed top opening, 40mm. Pcs.5.5 5 Laundry Detergent (Adamawa only) Water-soluble 00g powder or soap for hand washing clothes, not harmful to skin, must be fit for human utilization, without any disagreeable odors and flavours Pcs 7 0.5 3.5 6 Bath Soap Bar of 50g for bathing, not harmful to skin, from animal or vegetable fat not containing pork fat, must be fit for human utilization, without any disagreeable odors and flavors Pcs 7 0.5 3.5 7 Treated Mosquito Nets Manufactured from 00% high density polyethylene OR polyester. Mosquito nets Long Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLIN's). Treated with 80 mg/m² Deltamethrin. Minimum 30 holes per inch². Minimum 30 Kpa. Height: 50-60cm, Length: 80cm, Width: 90cm. Pcs 3 6 8 Reusable Sanitary Pads Note: Distribution of pads should be accompanied with direct messaging on proper use. Packages of 6 to 8 pieces of regular type reusable sanitary pad for women, Dr. Brown type or similar, with the following specifications: No pink color Top: Absorbent layer of Micro fleece 00% Polyester or 00% cotton (towel type) Inside: The absorbance part consists of at least two additional layers of 00% cotton (towel type) or absorbent layers of Micro fleece,80% polyester and 0% polyamide Pcs 3 8 Bottom: Waterproof layer of Polyurethane Laminate (PUL) 9 Basins Heavy-duty plastic. Polyethylene. (Dimensions +/-5%: Height: 8cm, top diameter: 33cm, base diameter: 3cm). Capacity 0 Liters minimum. Pcs 0 Kettle Number 3. Capacity: minimum L. Made of polyethylene with lid. Includes handle and spout with no sharp edges. Pcs 0.5 Items highlighted in blue are included in the standard NFI kits and are core items. Revision I November 07
Solar Lamps Rechargeable lamp by built-in solar cell and 0V- 50V direct power outlet. Includes USB cell phone charger and USB cable. Casing made of unbreakable plastic. Batteries/power: 3x000mAH, AA size, Dry Battery. LEDs: 5 pieces highbrightness SMD with piece lampshade. Solar Run Time (duration on a day's solar charge): Minimum 4 hrs. Pcs 5 5 Foldable Mattress Type of foam: Medium: Polyurethane foam, 5kg/m³; thickness: 0cm. Minimum, in piece not glued. Cover: Woven polyester 75g/m² minimum OR non-woven polypropylene of 00g/m² minimum, with strong plastic zip. Size: x0.7m. Thickness: 0.06m. Packing: Wrapped in a water-tight micro perforated plastic film and covered with a polypropylene or jute woven bag. Pcs 5 50 3 Ropes Diameter: minimum 0mm, Length: 30m Pcs Kitchen Set: 4 Bucket 0 Litres bucket, plastic with metallic handle and lid. HDPE. Pcs 5 Cooking Pots Locally made aluminium. Chemical composition of semi products used for the fabrication of articles for use in contact with food. Minimum capacity: 0 and 7 Liters. Pcs 3 7 6 7 8 Stainless Trays 40-45cm diameter. No sharp edges, food grade surface finish. Pcs 3 6 Stainless Cups Capacity: 0.3 litres minimum. No sharp edges, food grade surface finish. Pcs 6 6 Kitchen Knife One-piece solid stainless steel attached to a wooden or plastic handle. Pcs 9 Serving Spoon Capacity: 35ml minimum. One-piece solid stainless steel with handle. No sharp edges, food grade surface finish. Pcs.5 3 Optional add-ons: 0 Garment Wrap Locally made cloth with neutral colors. 5 meters minimum. Pcs Female undergarments Medium size Pcs 4 8 NaDCC Disinfection Tablets NOTE: It is essential that NaDCC tablets are distributed with direct messaging on proper use. User guidance leaflets are strongly recommended to be included in the kit. Aquatabs box of 50 tabs - Each tablet to give approx 0. mg/l residual chlorine when added to 0 ltrs of clear water (<0 NTU); tablets composition to contain 67mg NaDCC sodium dichloroisocyanurate (non- hazardous for air freight). If the composition for chlorination of 0 ltrs each tap, then the quantities must be adjusted. Packs to have instructions in English Pcs 7 7 Revision I November 07
5. NFI Items in Response Plans Rapid Response Mechanisms (RRM) Shelter Component x Tarpaulin (Plastic sheeting if not available) x Rope WASH Component x 0L Jerry Can 6 x Multipurpose soap bar x Reusable Sanitary Pads 50 x NaDCC Disinfection Tablets NFI Component 3 x Plates (0.75L) 3 x Cup (0.3L) x 7L Cooking Pot x Kitchen Knife 3 x Table Spoons x Ladle/ Serving Spoon x Blanket x Sleeping Mat x Mosquito Net x Carrying Bag Basic in-kind NFI kit The standard kit is light, mobile and easily transported both for humanitarians and for the people who receive the assistance. The items meet the core life-saving needs most The standard kit estimated costs USD 90 3 x Sleeping Mats 3 x Blankets x Mosquito Net x Jerry Can (0lts) x Jerry Can (0lts) 7 x Laundry detergent/ bars 7 x Bath Soap x Reusable Sanitary Pads x Solar Lamp Kitchen set 3 x Cooking Pot (0 and 7 Litres) x Stainless Trays 6 x Stainless Cups x Serving Spoons x Kitchen Knife Improved in kind NFI kit The improved kit includes additional items for greater dignity and protection with the associated higher logistics cost. The improved kit estimated costs USD 55 3 x Sleeping Mats 3 x Blanket x Mosquito Net x Foldable Mattress x L Kettle x 0L Basin 7 x Laundry Soaps 7 x Bathing Soaps x Reusable Sanitary Pads x 0L Jerry Can x 0L Jerry Can x Solar Lamp x Rope Kitchen set x 0L Bucket 3 x Cooking Pots (0 and 7 Litres) x Stainless Trays 6 x Stainless Cups x Kitchen Knife x Serving Spoon Revision I November 07
6. Sector Indicators to be captured in a Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM): To harmonize the PDMs conducted by partners, the following indicators are drawn up to ensure uniformity of purpose and desired impact in line with the sector s general objective. These indicators inform partners to design appropriate questionnaires to be used in conducting a PDM survey. Indicators:. Percentage of targeted households satisfied/ unsatisfied with the NFI they received. Percentage of beneficiary households using nonfood item assistance as a means to address other needs 3. Percentage of nonfood item interventions taking into account impact on the environment. 4. Number and percentage of households indicating need for different types of nonfood item 5. Average time taken by a household to receive items in distributions. Revision I November 07