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Emergency Procedures

Emergency Management Procedures

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Emergency Management

Standard Fire Orders

Actions to be considered on discovering a fire:

R

"Rescue" any person/s in immediate danger

A

"Alarm" Raise the alarm. Contact the Emergency Services on 0 000. Contact the University Security on extension 4900. Activate break glass alarm

C

"Contain" Close doors to contain the fire

E

"Extinguish" Attempt to extinguish the fire only if you are trained and it is safe to do so.

 

Downloads the Standard Fire Orders (R.A.C.E Poster) [pdf-370kb] 

Emergency Evacuation Procedures

If you hear a continuous alarm bell or are requested, by a Building Warden, or a member of staff, to evacuate the building you must:

  • leave the building immediately by the nearest exit;
  • proceed, to the assembly area indicated in the map below linked to Which is my assembly area?
  • remain in the assembly area until you receive further instruction from the Building Warden or Security Staff
  • do not re-enter the building until advised it is safe to so by the Building Warden or Security Staff

When a building is evacuated, whether it is a trial or a real situation, it is of paramount importance that the debrief is completed to ensure any issues can be managed.

Download Emergency Evacuation Debrief Form [PDF-36Kb] 

Fire Extinguishers

Fire extinguishers are located strategically in buildings on campus according to Australian Standards requirements.

Download Fire Extinguisher Selection and Use [PDF-156kb]

Lecturers/Tutors Responsibilities

Session commencement responsibilities (including Communication of Emergency Procedures to Students)

 

Last reviewed: 18 September, 2009

Health and Safety Awards

Health and Safety Award winners announced for 2009! 

  • Category 1. Travis Naylor
  • Category 2. School of Health Sciences
  • Category 3. Sasha Nikolic

All nominees are to be congratulated for their efforts in improving health and safety for University staff, students and visitors.

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Emergency Procedures Guide

A quick guide on what to do in the event of an emergency.

Emergency Procedures Guide