Approved Plans MCU22-0147

6.3       EVACUATION TRIGGERS
The trigger for an evacuation should be made with consideration of several factors including the QFES Fire
Danger Rating (FDR), the proximity of the bushfire to the site and any advice regarding the matter issued
by QFES. The Fire Danger Rating has been presented as Plate 12 for reference.




Plate 12: Fire Danger Ratings (Source: QFES Get ready Guide)

The following section outlines the management activities to be taken for each relevant FDR. However, an
earlier evacuation may be triggered by other circumstances such as thick smoke causing medical problems
for occupants of the site. It should be noted that in the event of a bushfire emergency, designated and
appropriately qualified and trained staff may need to remain onsite to assist QFES personnel responding
to a bushfire emergency.
1. Precautions for a prevailing Low – Moderate fire danger rating.
         Staff are aware of evacuation procedures
         Ensure access roads and emergency escape roads are maintained and can accommodate the
          expected traffic
2. Precautions for a prevailing High fire danger rating
         Staff are aware of evacuation procedures
         Ensure that water points are functional
         Ensure access roads and emergency escape roads are unobstructed and can accommodate the
          expected traffic
         Staff to be warned of the potential risk
         Ensure that signage informing personnel of the evacuation procedures in the event of a bushfire
          are provided on site.
3. Precautions for a prevailing Very High fire danger rating
         Staff are aware of evacuation procedures
         Ensure that water points are functional
         Ensure access roads and emergency escape roads are unobstructed and are capable of handling

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