International(6/08/2024): As you aware, as of October 7th, the State of Israel is in a complex security situation. As part of our ongoing commitment to ensure your safety and well-being, PIBA is reaching out to provide important information regarding self-defense measures in accordance with the directives of the Home Front Command, following another security change, and we would like to convey important defense instructions. . In light of current circumstances, it is imperative that all residents, including foreign workers, are informed and prepared. The safety instructions of the Home Front Command can in the various languages can be found at the following link: https://www.oref.org.il/eng Below are key guidelines and recommendations by the IDF,
Home Front Command: 1. Choosing a Protected Space- A residential protected room (MAMAD), communal protected space (MAMAK), shelter, stairwell or an inner room – choose the protected space according to the time available to reach shelter, available protection, and your ability to reach it in time. 2. Preparing for emergencies with all the required equipment- During an emergency, we may be asked to stay secluded for a certain amount of time, or in some cases, evacuate from the house. Therefore, it is important to prepare the necessary equipment ahead of time, which will help to deal with the emergency situation (Water and food for the entire household members for at least 3 days, Important documents, Emergency lighting, Flashlight and batteries, First aid kit, Medicine and printed prescriptions, Radio and batteries, Portal charges for the mobile device). 3. Emergency Communication Methods- Draw up a list with the telephone numbers of emergency organizations, relatives, and neighbors. Important telephone numbers: 1) 100 - Israel Police (text message – 052-2020100). 2) 101 - Magen David Adom (SMS + WhatsApp – 052-7000101). 3) 102 - Firefighting and rescue services (SMS + WhatsApp – 050-5960735). 4) 103 - Electric Corporation (SMS + WhatsApp – 055-7000103).
5) 104 - Home Front Command (SMS + WhatsApp – 052-9104104). 6) 106 / 107 / 108 / 109 - The local municipality 7) 110 - Israel Police’s information hotline 8) United Hatzalah – 02-5383838 9) In addition, increased the response hours of the PIBA Call Center for Foreign Worker questions and complaints in various languages. The workers are invited to contact the Call Center at Tel: 1700707889. 4. Additional recommended guidelines: 1) Awareness of Surroundings- Always remain alert and aware of your environment. For Guidelines by Town, enter the Home Front Command website and enter the name of the city (Including response times by region). 2) Safety Drills- Participate in any safety drills or training provided by employer or local authorities. Understanding procedures can significantly enhance your safety. 3) Escape Routes- Know the escape routes in your area, particularly from workplace and living accommodations. Familiarize yourself with safe spaces nearby. 4) Community Support- Engage with your community. Forming groups for mutual support and sharing information can be a powerful tool for safety. 5) Stay Informed- Regularly check updates from the Home Front Command and local news. Information may change rapidly, and staying informed is crucial. urge all foreign workers to take these recommendations seriously and to prioritize your safety. In the event of an emergency, follow official instructions promptly and remain calm. Your safety is important to us, and will continue to provide updates and support as necessary. Stay safe and take care. We understand that you and your families feel fear, anxiety, stress and worry, as do all citizens of Israel. This is truly a difficult time. we would like to express appreciation to each and every one of you for your commitment and your important work during these hard times. With our heartfelt wishes for better times ahead.
