THE IMPEDIMENTS IN CONSTRUCTION OF SUSTAINABLE BUILDINGS IN PAKISTAN

The Concept of “Sustainable building” is the design and construction of buildings using methods and materials that are resource efficient, wellbeing of the building’s occupants, workers, health and environment friendly. Construction of Sustainable building plays an important Role in GDP of a Country and provides a wide range benefits for the society but their development suffers from different kinds of market barriers in developing countries including Pakistan. In order to find out the Impediments in Pakistan, A Survey based (Through Questionnaire) study was conducted in General Area of Rawalpindi. The Questionnaire was designed to assess the present problems faced by construction industry in Pakistan. The Response remained 63.7% and ranking of identified barriers were compared with other Asian countries. The results indicate that lack of credit resources to cover up front cost and risk of investment are one of the most important factors contributing barriers against sustainable construction. Whereas the Government support, public awareness and promotion idea of sustainable building are the recommended solution for sustainable construction

DISASTER MANAGEMENT IN COAL MINE INDUSTRY OF BALOCHISTAN

The room and pillar mining method is responsible for high death toll and disability rate of coal mine workers in Baluchistan. The frequent incidents of roof falls day to day accidents, and suffocation due to sufficient emission of methane are the main causes of increased death rate. Substantial increase in injuries are also causing complications in the life of poor coal workers

AN ANALYSIS OF THE EMERGENCY SERVICES AND RESPONSE IN PAKISTAN

Pakistan has experienced an increased frequency of natural disasters in the recent past. Owing to her diverse terrains ranging from mountains to deserts, the country is vulnerable to many natural disasters including floods, earthquakes, droughts etc. This article deals with the subject of Emergency Services while keeping its focus on the Response mechanism related to our environment and conditions. The initial part highlights the stages for controlling damage from various types of disasters. Furthermore, an emphasis on requirements of sound organization for providing essential services and responses required during disasters is viewed upon. The mid part takes a wholesome view of our Services and responses required during disasters in case of emergencies. Finally, there is an overview of Additional steps which should be taken for providing emergency services and relief in order to cope within the situation building a vision of safety culture to enhance the coping capacities in terms of contingency planning, equipment required and provided, information and communication, role of media and most important damage assessment