when lodging the complaint, interim measures may be required at the same time in the event of irreparable harm. such requests must be submitted as soon as possible, with the reference urgent interim measures, so that the committee has sufficient time to consider the request and order such action. the committee can also take precautionary measures on its own initiative, but they do not make a decision on the admissibility of the complaint or on the finding of a failure by the state (rule 114 rcd).