Mobilising resources Mobilising resources The next step is mobilisation of human and material resources appropriate to the extent of the disaster. Although all modes of transport need to be considered, helicopters provide the quick est access for the first responders ( Figure 33.4 ). The teams that make up the initial response must include experienced sta ff who can assess the situation and who have the authority to take immediate decisions. Mobilising resources The next step is mobilisation of human and material resources appropriate to the extent of the disaster. Although all modes of transport need to be considered, helicopters provide the quick est access for the first responders ( Figure 33.4 ). The teams that make up the initial response must include experienced sta ff who can assess the situation and who have the authority to take immediate decisions. Mobilising resources The next step is mobilisation of human and material resources appropriate to the extent of the disaster. Although all modes of transport need to be considered, helicopters provide the quick est access for the first responders ( Figure 33.4 ). The teams that make up the initial response must include experienced sta ff who can assess the situation and who have the authority to take immediate decisions.