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NORHOSP NORWEGIAN MOBILE HOSPITAL
The Norwegian Mobile Hospital and Disaster Unit (NorHosp)
is a flexible medical emergency unit composed of different modules. The
unit is specially designed to meet demands in connection with surgical
injuries as a result of various disasters and armed conflicts. NorHosp
can also be used for other purposes such as the introduction of health
preparedness.
NorHosp is a highly rated field hospital, built in close cooperation with
the Norwegian health authorities and several aid organizations.
NorHosp was first designed in 1982 and was reorganizes in 1989 and 1992
in order to improve its function in the field. This had led to alterations
in the original module system. The various modules in NorHosp fit into
most kinds of tents and buildings. However, a shelter module, as well
as a technical module containing a generator, lighting equipment, etc.,
can be provided. NorHosp contains all the medical equipment necessary
for the rapid establishing of a filed hospital of considerable size.
NorHosp can be used one place, packed up and used again in other places.
Most of the equipment is smartly packed in lightweight, durable, splashproof
plywood cases. Maximum storage time is more or less unlimited.
To facilitate classification and organization in the field, all the cases
are clearly marked with different numbers and colors, identical to those
in the NorHosp catalogue. The cases have measurements that allow them
to fit onto euro pallets.
They can therefore easily be transported on jeeps, trucks, boats and aircrafts
in standard containers and holds.
Introduction
The module system makes it possible to split up the complete unit and
use the various modules in different combinations. In this way NorHosp
can be tailored to meet particular needs. NorHosp contains all the instruments
and equipment necessary for the treatment of adults and children. Our
company can also assist with plans for manning the hospital and coordination
of the startup.
NorHosp storage
A total of five complete NorHosps are stored in our warehouse in Oslo.
Whenever a Norhosp is released, it will be replaced by a new hospital
in the warehouse.
Our logistical department makes it possible to ship a NorHosp to the nearest
international airport whitin 6 hours. A complete NorHosp can be transported
to any place in the world, and be fully operational within 72 hours if
the flight connections are adequate.
How to obtain a NorHosp
NorHosp is available for regular commercial sales
purposes, and interested clients should contact as Apotekernes Fællesindkjøp.
Our company is also a member of NOREPS (Norwegian Emergency Preparedness
System). This makes it possible to apply for a NorHosp through the Norwegian
Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Surgical Module
Each surgical module contains sufficient medical equipment to establish
an operating theatre with two operating tables.
This is the only module containing lighting equipment. This consists of
two operation and examination lamps.
Two autoclaves allow for continous sterilization of instruments and textiles.
The autoclaves, can be heated eihter electrically, or with kerosene, gas,
etc.
The module also contains electrical suction apparatus, microscope and
centrifuge.
The multi-way equipment in the module has a durability of several years.
60-80 m2 (700-900 square feet) of floor space is needed for efficient
utilization of the module.
The 100-10 Surgical Supply Kit is a backup system, that can be ordered
in addition to NorHosp. The unit contains sufficient disposable medical
equipment necessary for the treatment of 100 surgical patients for 10
days, particulary in the post-operative phase.
Nursing Module
Each nursing module contains all the necessary nursing equipment to establish
and maintain a surgical ward with 50 inpatients, and has sufficient disposables
for 14 days. The minimum floor space needed is 180 m2 (2000 square feet).
The number of staff will vary, depending on the level of nursing care.
X-ray Module
The X-ray module contains a complete X-ray department including X-ray
machine, manual developing equipment, darkroom equipment, chemicals, films,
light boxes and protection equipment. Minimum floorspace needed is 10
m2 (110 square feet) plus 5 m2 (55 square feet) for the darkroom.
Medicament Module
The medicament module contains medicaments and infusion fluids sufficient
for treatment of 300 surgical patients (intravenously and orally), half
of them with abdomen/chest injuries. The module is designed to meet the
standard WHO and ICRC drug list.
The module can be adjusted according to special needs and conditions.
Medical Officer Module
Each Medical Officer module contains equipment for establishing a simple
outpatient department for diagnosticating, and where triage and emergency
treatment can be provided.
Hospital/Health Center Shelter Module
Hygiene Module
The hygiene module contains equipment for gathering, heating,
storing, testing and distributing water.
The basic tool in this module is the sanator which pumps, heats and distributes
water. It can deliver 80 liters of water per minute at a temperature of
45°C. When steam is required, the sanator provides steam at a temperature
of 150°C
from 30 liters of water per minute.
Individual delousing purposes. The module does not contain any disinfectants
or insecticides, but this can be ordered in addition. There are also 6
collapsable water tanks, capacity 36 m3, with water distribution pipe
systems.
Technical Module
Specially designed mobile hospital generators, electrical distributions
system, cable and lighting equipment.
as Apotekernes Fællesindkjøp
Apotekernes Fællesindkjøp is the largest wholesaler of medical
disposables and medical equipment in Norway. As such, they are a major
supplier to Norwegian hospitals and large industries. They also supply
the UN system, national and international NGOs, as well as the Norwegian
army. The company is 100% controlled by the Norwegian government through
its parent company, Norsk Medisinaldepot AS.
| Number
of packages |
Weight Kg |
Volume cbm |
Load
volume cbm |
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| Surgical module | 29 |
1650 |
8.50 |
10.00 |
| Surgical Supply Kit | 33 |
435 |
3.40 |
4.00 |
| Nursing module | 100 |
2700 |
14.00 |
16.00 |
| Medical Officer module | 3 |
137 |
0.75 |
16.00 |
| Medicament module | Varies
depending on special needs
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| X-ray module | 4 |
387 |
2.40 |
3.20 |
| Hygiene module | 16 |
858 |
6.13 |
6.63 |
| Technical module | 5 |
1898 |
6.26 |
6.90 |
| Lighting
equipment for hospital tent |
1 |
68 |
0.30 |
0.30 |
| Hosptial tent 90m2 | 4(Pallets) |
951 |
5.1 |
6.00 |
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In addition to NorHosp, Apotekernes Fællesindkjøp`s Preparedness
Department supplies a variety of other module systems, specificially designed
for disasters and armed conflicts. Separate brochures for these systems
are available upon request.
NorAid - The Norwegian Medical Aid System*
A medical treatment kit system for use in disasters, emergency and developing
programs, meeting all WHO requirements.
The NorAid system is a self-contained unit. However, the system fits easily
into most kind of already existing outpatient departments, dispensaries,
health posts, hospitals, tents, etc. As a multi-module system, it can
be delivered complete, or as individual modules.
The 100-10 Surgical Supply Kit is estimated to cover the demands of medical disposable equipment for approximately 100 surgical inpatients for 10 days, including surgical operations.
The kit was originally designed for use in Norwegian National Health Preparedness, but is widely used on an international basis.
Recovery camp
Each camp is estimated to give temporary care to 500 people suffering from exhaustion, and can be utilized as refugee camp as well as sick bay.
In addition to beds, bed clothes, clothing, cutleryand toiletries for each individual, the camps are supplied with catering facilities, toilets, showers, equipment for water heating and supplies, electrical power, lighting systems and 17 tents of 90m2.
The NorCare Bed
This top quality product is suited both as a hospital bed and as an alternative to traditional strecher models.
The large selection off add-on equipment allows optimal areas of use. Before assembly, the bed measures only 5 cm in height, and the low weight of only 17 kgs is a distinct advantage when working under adverse conditions.
*Most of the equipment is packed in lightweight, durable and splashproof plywood cases, coded and numbered, to facilitate classification and organization in the field.
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Phone: +47 67 92 76 00, Fax: +47 67 92 76 91
E-mail: post@normeca.no