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Natural Hazard Management Report BA220095 - 332 Eastern Branch Road, Kin Kin QLD 4571 -
PROCEDURES TO MANAGE THE FIRE RISK
The following procedures will be used to manage the fire risk:
• the elimination of possible ignition sources
• the restriction of fuel sources and the awareness of current circumstances
• Evacuation of the site if necessary
• Protection of assets from fire
• Restoration of the site after fire
• Sheltering in place: If the fires are located such that evacuation is not an option, people could be
advised to shelter in place.
• Based on fire intelligence provided, evacuation could be considered if directed by the QFS
• Emergency responses and assistance to those affected would be provided by the Noosa Council and
relevant emergency services
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following roles and responsibilities will be in place before, during, and after fire and flood episodes:
• The site manager will be responsible for coordinating fire and flood response activities and will be
responsible for carrying out fire response activities.
• The Noosa Council and relevant emergency services will provide support to the site during fire and
flood episodes.
• Post fire and flood recovery where required, will be arranged by the site manager.
ASSISTED MOVEMENT FOR DISABLED, FRAIL OR ELDERLY
The assisted ease of movement of the frail, aged and those that are immobile/bedridden will be managed
during a fire or flood in the following ways:
• The site will have an emergency plan in place to evacuate these individuals to a safe location
• The plan would allow coordination with relevant healthcare providers and support services where
required.
• The plan will have a list of volunteers who are willing to assist with the evacuation of these
individuals and ensure the availability of necessary medical assistance
• The site will have a communication plan in place to keep these individuals informed of the flood
or fire situation.
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