Fire Evacuation Procedures & Emergency Procedure Manuals

Clear emergency procedures are a must for all staff, visitors and contractors across all workplaces. Emergency procedure manuals assist staff in understanding the emergency response procedures whenever a fire or any other emergency occurs. The result is minimal confusion, maximum safety and an assurance of the various standards of compliance.

At Emergency Evacuation Plans, we create site-specific emergency procedures manuals tailored for businesses, schools, childcare centres, healthcare facilities, warehouses, and strata properties throughout Sydney and NSW. Our manuals are practical, easy to follow, and comply with AS 3745-2010 and WHS.

Why Emergency Procedure Manuals Matter?

Standard procedures tend to be ineffective because they do not consider the individual risks, structures, and employee obligations for that site. A customised procedure manual prepares employees for every possible hazardous scenario and provides information about local emergency contacts, the locations that need to be reached, and the actions that need to be taken. Instructions that are clear and concise are essential for maintaining optimal emergency flow and calmness for the evacuees and emergency responders.

What Is Included

What Should an Emergency Procedure Manual Include?

Our manuals include everything you need to know for a successful emergency response. Some of the key parts are:

Alarm Response Procedures

What to do after an alarm sounds, such as raising the alarm, doing a safety check, or talking to the people there.

Emergency Contacts

To streamline communication during an emergency, include a list of essential contacts, such as site managers, emergency services, support staff, and designated wardens.

Evacuation Steps

Evacuation steps with designated routes, gathering point(s) and how to control employees’ and guests’ movements.

Warden Duties

Tasking fire wardens with several duties, such as providing assistance to occupants, checking that areas are safe, reporting to emergency services, and controlling assembly areas.

Visitor and Contractor Procedures

Routing guests unfamiliar with the location to ensure they are evacuated safely.

Site-Specific Procedures, Not Generic Templates

Every location is unique. Our manuals are tailored to your layout, occupancy, emergency exits, fire safety equipment, and potential unique risks. Unlike generic templates, these manuals are practical and actionable, making them suitable for real-world application.

AS 3745 and WHS Considerations

Our emergency procedure manuals are compliant with AS 3745-2010. This standard focuses on emergency planning frameworks and covers many aspects, including evacuation flowcharts, procedures, training, and debriefs. We embrace WHS standards by including procedures and trained staff with defined responsibilities and communication and emergency preparedness that meet Australian workplace safety standards.

Updates and Staff Training

Emergency manuals should be revisited on a regular basis, especially after renovations, changes in layout, or changes in staff responsibilities. We also suggest integrating manuals with staff training and fire warden drills. This ensures that employees understand their roles in practice, and not just on paper.