Norwegian People's Aid Harstad is a voluntary organization that provides sanitary services and emergency preparedness in the local community. The organization has a wide range of services, including rental of equipment such as snowmobiles, ATVs, boats and thermal binoculars. This equipment is available to both private and public actors who need specialized resources in different situations.
In addition to its emergency preparedness functions, Norwegian People's Aid Harstad focuses on continuous training and safety rules, such as mountain safety and avalanche safety, to ensure safety in outdoor activities. The organization is also involved in youth activities and community projects, and actively cooperates with the Civil Defense. Through various events and training measures, they help to strengthen the local community and increase awareness of safety and emergency preparedness. In addition, construction of a new emergency building is planned to accommodate future growth and needs.