Implementing emergency plans Emergency plans must be implemented in an emergency. Directions from emergency services workers must also be complied in an emergency. Reviewing emergency plans For emergency plans to remain current and effective they must be reviewed and revised (if necessary) on a regular basis. For example: when there are changes to the workplace such as re-location or refurbishments when there are changes in the number or composition of staff including an increase in the use of temporary contractors when new activities have been introduced, and after the plan has been tested. Further information More work health and safety resources are available on the Safe Work Australia website. Note: this fact sheet provides general information only and should not be used as a substitute for seeking professional legal advice for your specific circumstances. The contents of this fact sheet are correct and based on available information at the time of writing. However, there may be subsequent decisions of courts or tribunals on the matter covered by this fact sheet which mean that the contents are no longer accurate. Yes No Responsibilities Has someone with appropriate skills been made responsible for specific actions in an emergency, for example managing an evacuation or assigning area wardens? Is someone responsible for making sure all workers and others in the workplace, for example contractors, customers and visitors are accounted for in an evacuation? Do workers working alone know what to do in an emergency? Are specific procedures in place for critical functions, for example power shut-downs? Emergency contact details Are emergency contact details relevant to the types of possible
Implementing emergency plans Emergency plans must be implemented in an emergency. Directions from emergency services workers must also be complied in an emergency. Reviewing emergency plans For emergency plans to remain current and effective they must be reviewed and revised (if necessary) on a regular basis. For example: when there are changes to the workplace such as re-location or refurbishments when there are changes in the number or composition of staff including an increase in the use of temporary contractors when new activities have been introduced, and after the plan has been tested. Further information More work health and safety resources are available on the Safe Work Australia website. Note: this fact sheet provides general information only and should not be used as a substitute for seeking professional legal advice for your specific circumstances. The contents of this fact sheet are correct and based on available information at the time of writing. However, there may be subsequent decisions of courts or tribunals on the matter covered by this fact sheet which mean that the contents are no longer accurate. Yes No Responsibilities Has someone with appropriate skills been made responsible for specific actions in an emergency, for example managing an evacuation or assigning area wardens? Is someone responsible for making sure all workers and others in the workplace, for example contractors, customers and visitors are accounted for in an evacuation? Do workers working alone know what to do in an emergency? Are specific procedures in place for critical functions, for example power shut-downs? Emergency contact details Are emergency contact details relevant to the types of possible
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