FAQ
When will the Republic of Croatia finally become the mine safe country?
According to provisions of the Ottawa Convention, the Republic of Croatia committed to destroy all anti-personnel mines in mined areas under its jurisdiction or control until 2018.
What is the size of mine suspected area in the Republic of Croatia?
Mine suspected area in the Republic of Croatia amounts to 954,5 km2. Mine suspected area currently extends through 12 out of 21 counties.
Who should be informed in case of coming across any mine suspected object or area?
The nearest police station should immediately be informed on the phone number 92 or just dial 112 Emergency call.
How many mine casualties have there been in the Republic of Croatia so far?
From 1998 until August 2008, 286 persons were involved in 208 mine incidents inside mine suspected area in the Republic of Croatia out of which 105 incidents were fatal, 62 persons suffered monor and 119 persons major bodily injuries.
How are humanitarian demining operations conducted in Croatia?
Demining operations in Croatia are run following the market principle. In 2008, humanitarian demining in Croatia was performed by 27 accredited companies (26 commercial companies and 1 NGO "Norwegian Peoples Aid") with capacities consisting of 617 deminers, 70 auxiliary workers, 50 demining machines and 44 mine detection dogs.
What is the average demining price of 1m2?
Average price of all contracted mine search and demining operations in 2007 was 8,47 HRK/m2, no VAT. The price depends on several factors such as terrain configuration, access to the area, minefield density etc.
