Reference Document Bushfire Hazard Assessment & Management Plan 131998.981.5

STEP 1 - PREPARE YOUR EMERGENCY PLAN

Take the time now to prepare an Emergency Plan.

 

Develop your Emergency Plan with the entire household. It is an
important step to prepare for what can happen and to stay safe.

   
 

» Research hazards and disaster management arrangements in read
your community: QUEENSLAND
Check with council if your area is prone to bushfire, cyclone, storm,

flood or tsunami.

Ask about local emergency plans, evacuation zones and nominated
evacuation routes for where you live and work.

Ask about evacuation centres and Neighbourhood Safer Places.

Ask about details in emergency and evacuation plans at your workplace, school and childcare
provider. Provide them with your household emergency contact details.

Find out what sort of support is available to your household via council and local support agencies
(if required).
» Discuss possible scenarios and responses with your household:
What might happen in a bushfire, cyclone, storm, flood or tsunami?
What would you all do in the event of each emergency?
Where might you be when an emergency occurs? (Home, school, work etc.)
How will you stay in contact?
Where would you go if you need to evacuate?

Are there medical conditions or special needs of household members that require specific
consideration?

What preparations are required for your pets?

 

» Record details on your Emergency Plan:
Two out of town emergency contacts in case you and your family become separated.

Two emergency meeting places in case you cannot return home or you need to evacuate. One in
your neighbourhood and another further inland and on higher ground that everyone can easily get
to.

Information on the council evacuation zone you live in and nominated evacuation routes for your
area.

All householder contact phone numbers.
Specific medical conditions, essential medications and dosage.
Details for your pets — description, veterinarian contact details and medications.
All tasks required prior to evacuating (storing electrical items off the ground, switching off main
supplies, sandbagging drains etc.)
» Ensure everyone is prepared:
Teach children how and when to call Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.
Queensland Ambulance Service advises householders to have a sound knowledge of first aid.

Ensure everyone knows where, how and when to turn off the main power, water and gas supply in
case of emergency and evacuation.

Share your emergency plan with family and friends.

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