- Emergency Plan
An emergency plan or emergency management plan is described in Australian Standard AS 3745, is a comprehensive document that outlines the arrangements, systems, strategies and procedures relating to the response and management of an emergency in a building or structure for the emergency control organisatioon (ECO).
An emergency plan is typically prepared by an emergency planning committee (EPC), in collaboration with building stakeholders such as buidling owners, facility managers and occupants of the building.
Elements & Features of an Emegency Plan
An emergency plan includes several critical elements to ensure the preparedness, response, and recovery for emergencies in a building or structure. Key components include key roles & responsibilities, emergency prevention, preparedness, readiness, mitigation, and response strategies.
- Roles and responsibilities ensures there are clearly defined roles and responsibilities necessary to effectively prevent, prepare, and respond to an emertgency;
- Prevention measures focus on minimising the likelihood of emergencies;
- Preparedness involves activities such as training, equipment maintenance;
- Readiness assessments to ensure all stakeholders can respond effectively;
- Mitigation strategies aim to reduce the impact of emergencies on people, property, and business continuity;
- Emergency response procedures outline specific actions to be taken during an incident, including evacuation plans, occupant roles, and coordination with emergency services.
The emergency plan also defines roles and responsibilities for the Emergency Control Organisation (ECO), the Emergency Planning Committee (EPC), and building occupants.
An emergency plan may also ensure consistency with neighbouring facilities, external emergency response agencies, and security procedures.