Bushfire Report

           A Guide to Develop a Bushfire Evacuation Plan




At the time of evacuation

“In the event of a bush fire threatening and it has been decided an evacuation will
take place, the occupants of the premises shall follow the procedure outlined below;

       •     Close ALL windows and doors.

       •     Proceed to the Designated Assembly Area and await further instructions.

       •     Most senior staff members will take control of the situation.


“In the event of a bush fire threatening and it has been decided an evacuation will
take place, the ‘Warden’ of the premises shall follow the procedure outlined below;

       •     Ensure all persons are accounted for (use listing of residents).

       •     Ensure that all persons are informed of the evacuation process.

       •     The Warden (or person responsible) is to advise the local emergency service
             that the centre is being evacuated (include how many people and where
             they are going)

       •     All contact details to be collected before leaving.

       •     At the earliest moment, advise DoCS of the situation.

       •     After all the occupants have been evacuated, nominated staff will
             commence contacting relevant families affected.


Returning to Premises

       •     No person should re-enter any evacuated building until advised by the
             Officer in Charge of the emergency service.




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