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ST RITA`S COLLEGE 41 ENDERLEY ROAD CLAYFIELD QLD 4011

FIRE & EVACUATION PLAN: Classification of Building under the Building Code of Australia

Class: 9b

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Table of Contents 1. BUILDING INFORMATION ...................................................................................................................... 3

2. PERSONS RESPONSIBLE FOR ADMINISTERING THE BUILDING’S FIRE & EVACUATION PLAN 3

3. FIRE SAFETY ADVISER ......................................................................................................................... 3

4. PERSONS RESPONSIBLE FOR GIVING GENERAL & FIRST RESPONSE EVACUATION

INSTRUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 3

5. PERSONS RESPONSIBLE FOR CARRYING OUT THE EVACUATION COORDINATION

PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................................................ 3

6. EVACUATION COORDINATOR ............................................................................................................. 3

7. FIRE & EVACUATION PLAN ANNUAL REVIEW .................................................................................. 3

8. FIRE AND EVACUATION PLAN ............................................................................................................. 4

INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................... 4

EMERGENCY CONTROL ORGNISATION PROCEDURE ................................................ 4

9. INDEMNITY .............................................................................................................................................. 5

10. EMERGENCY WARNING SYSTEM ........................................................................................................ 5

EMERGENCY WARNING SYSTEMS ....................................................................... 5

11. EVACUATION COORDINATION PROCEDURES .................................................................................. 5

CHIEF WARDEN ....................................................................................................... 6

DEPUTY CHIEF WARDEN ....................................................................................... 6

AREA WARDENS...................................................................................................... 6

WARDENS ................................................................................................................ 7

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER.................................................................................8 FIRST AID OFFICER.................................................................................................8 SPECIAL NEEDS PROCEDURE..............................................................................8

FIRE SAFETY ADVISER ........................................................................................... 8

ASSEMBLY AREA PROCEDURES .......................................................................... 9

PEOPLE REFUSING TO COMPLY WITH WARDENS DIRECTIONS ..................... 9

GENERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................. 9

EVACUATION DRILL .......................................................................................................... 9

THE FIRST EVACUATION EXERCISE .................................................................. 10

GUIDE TO EVACUATION EXERCISES ........................................................................... 10

GENERAL ................................................................................................................ 10

TRAINING BEFORE THE EXERCISE .................................................................... 10

PLANNING FOR THE EXERCISE .......................................................................... 11

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EXERCISE DEBRIEF .............................................................................................. 11

12. PROCEDURE FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO WORKERS .......................................................................... 11

FOR NEW EMPLOYEES ........................................................................................ 11

FIRST RESPONSE EVACAUTION INSTRUCTION ............................................... 12

EXISTING EMPLOYEES ......................................................................................... 12

EVACUATION COORDINATION INSTRUCTION .................................................. 12

13. FIRE TETRAHEDRON ........................................................................................................................... 13

WHAT IS FIRE ......................................................................................................... 13

CHEMICAL CHAIN REACTION .............................................................................. 13

FIRE EXTINGUISHMENT ....................................................................................... 14

CLASSES OF FIRE ................................................................................................. 14

FIRE EXTINGUISHER GUIDE ................................................................................ 14

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS ........................................................................................ 14

14. METHOD OF OPERATION OF FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT ........................................................... 15

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS .......................................................................................... 15

HOSE REELS .......................................................................................................... 15

MANUAL CALL POINTS ......................................................................................... 15

USING FIRE EXTINGUISHERS .............................................................................. 16

USING FIRE HOSE REELS .................................................................................... 16

15. FIRE AND EVACUATION PRACTICE RECORD ................................................................................. 17

PRACTICE EVACUATIONS GUIDELINES ............................................................. 17

16. FIRE AND EVACUATION INSTRUCTION RECORD ........................................................................... 17

INSTRUCTION GUIDELINES ................................................................................. 17

17. FIRE SAFETY INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ....................................................................................... 20

18. OCCUPIER’S STATEMENT .................................................................................................................. 21

19. EMERGENCY CONTROL ORGANISATION ........................................................................................ 22

20. EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS ..................................................................................................... 24

21. OTHER EMERGENCY INCIDENTS.....................................................................................................25 22. ST RITA`S COLLEGE (EVACUATION PROCEDURE-ATTACHMENT)..............................................26 23. ST RITA`S COLLEGE (LOCKDOWN PROCEDURE-ATTACHMENT)................................................27 24. EMERGENCY CONTROL ORGANISATION SUMMARY....................................................................28

25. PERSONAL EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLAN (PEEP)..................................................................29

26. FIRE & EVACUATION PRACTICE RECORD SHEET & ATTENDANCE REPORT.......................30/31

27. FIRE SAFETY ADVISER QUALIFICATION .......................................................................................... 32

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1. BUILDING INFORMATION

Building Name & Location: St Rita`s College 41 Enderley Road, Clayfield Qld 4011

Building Owner: St Rita’s College Ltd

Owner Address: 41 Enderley Road, Clayfield Qld 4011

Owner Phone: 07 38621615

Owner Email: C/O: principal@stritas.qld.edu.au

Building Occupier: John Marais, Graeme Bambry & Lindsay Meiers

Occupier Address: 41 Enderley Road, Clayfield Qld 4011

Occupier Phone: John: 0459990058 / Graeme: 0417192206 / Lindsay: 0406773055

Occupier Fax: N/A

Occupier Email: John: jmarais@stritas.qld.edu.au Graeme: gbambry@stritas.qld.edu.au Lindsay: Imeiers@stritas.qld.edu.au

Building Classification: Class 9b (School)

2. PERSONS RESPONSIBLE FOR ADMINISTERING THE BUILDING’S FIRE & EVACUATION PLAN (Developing, changing and reviewing the plan)

Chief Warden / Fire Safety Adviser (Dayshelf Fire Systems)

3. FIRE SAFETY ADVISER

Name: Simon Pilic

Phone Number: 07 55311099

Email: fsa@dayshelf.com.au

Brief description of qualification held: Fire Safety Adviser-Statement of Attainment

Registered training organisation that issued the above qualification

Deltra Australia (Certificate Number 030399)

Date qualification issued: 30 August 2010

4. PERSONS RESPONSIBLE FOR GIVING GENERAL & FIRST RESPONSE EVACUATION INSTRUCTION

General Fire/Evacuation & First Response Instructors Date of Instruction

Name: Fire Safety Adviser (Dayshelf Fire Systems) 22/01/2013

Phone Number: 07 55311099

5. PERSONS RESPONSIBLE FOR CARRYING OUT THE EVACUATION COORDINATION PROCEDURES (Responsible Persons)

Name/Title: Phone Number: Email: Commencement Date:

Facilities Officer 0417192206 gbambry@stritas.qld.edu.au 12/02/2014

Maintenance Officer 0406773055 Imeiers@stritas.qld.edu.au 12/02/2014

Business Manager 0459990058 jmarais@stritas.qld.edu.au 12/02/2014

Class Room Teachers 0738621615 principal@stritas.qld.edu.au 12/02/2014

Librarian 0738621615 principal@stritas.qld.edu.au 12/02/2014

Pantry Convener 0738621615 principal@stritas.qld.edu.au 12/02/2014

Deputy Principal Pastoral PA 0738621615 principal@stritas.qld.edu.au 12/02/2014

Business Manager PA 0738621615 principal@stritas.qld.edu.au 12/02/2014

Student Receptionist 0738621615 principal@stritas.qld.edu.au 12/02/2014

6. EVACUATION COORDINATOR (CHIEF WARDEN)

Commencement Date: 22/01/2013

Name: Graeme Bambry (Facilities Officer)

Phone Number: 0417192206

Email: gbambry@stritas.qld.edu.au

7. FIRE & EVACUATION PLAN / EVACUATION DIAGRAM ANNUAL REVIEW

Reviewed By Date of Review Changes made?

Dayshelf Fire Systems Annual review due: July 2014

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INTRODUCTION The objective of this fire and evacuation plan is to familiarise all members of the Emergency Control Organisation (ECO) with the emergency procedures in place to facilitate safe, orderly and timely evacuation when necessary. This manual has been written to reflect Australian Standard 3745 (Emergency Control Procedures for buildings, structures and work places and Building Fire Safety Regulation 2008) It is of vital importance that all members of the ECO are familiar with the procedure. In the event that any part of this procedure is unclear, please contact the Chief Warden.

EMERGENCY CONTROL ORGANISATION (ECO) PROCEDURE

8. FIRE AND EVACUATION PLAN

ALARM ACTIVATION/CONFIRMED

EMERGENCY

QLD FIRE SERVICE CALLED

CHIEF WARDEN ATTENDS WARDEN

POINT

DEPUTY CHIEF WARDEN ATTENDS

WARDEN POINT

AREA WARDENS CHECK RESPONSIBLE AREA

IF NO FIRE FOUND (FALSE ALARM)

IF FIRE IS FOUND, CHIEF WARDEN INFORMED

CHIEF WARDEN INFORMED

AREA WARDENS EVACUATE AFFECTED

AREA

IF FIRE CAN BE EXTINGUISHED, STAFF

SHOULD DO SO

IF FIRE CANNOT BE EXTINGUISHED, CHIEF WARDEN INFORMED

CHIEF WARDEN MAY EVACUATE OTHER AREAS

ROLL CALL CONDUCTED

BUILDING IS EVACUATED

ROLL CALL CONDUCTED

CHIEF WARDEN AWAITS FIRE SERVICE

NO FURTHER ACTION REQUIRED

CHIEF WARDEN AWAITS FIRE SERVICE

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9. INDEMNITY

Facility owners, managers, occupiers and employees should obtain professional advice on the level of indemnity provided to emergency planning committee (EPC) members & emergency control organisation (ECO) members. The EPC/ECO members should be advised of the level of indemnity provided. It is considered best practice for companies to openly and expressly indemnify members of the EPC/ECO which will encourage voluntary compliance without the fear of liability in the event of an emergency.

10. EMERGENCY WARNING SYSTEM

NOTE: Saint Rita`s College is currently undergoing major renovations to certain buildings within the complex. The College`s fire detection system consists of a combination of buildings connected to fire indicator panels, 240 volt hard wired smoke detection equipment, and buildings with no fire detection equipment installed. The buildings connected to the fire indicator panels and 240 volt hard wired smoke detection equipment are connected to a Building Management System. Upon activation, an emergency warning signal will operate in the affected building and a nominated site contact person will be notified. The fire indicator panels are not connected to the fire service. If an emergency situation exists, “000” must“ be contacted in order to respond the fire service. Once an emergency situation has been confirmed, the school fire alarm will be sounded over the school`s public address system to initiate a complete evacuation of all school buildings. If the public address system fails to operate, a continuous signal from a portable hand siren will be used. OPERATION OF EMERGENCY WARNING SYSTEM MAY BE INITIATED BY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

Automatically when the fire detection system such as smoke or thermal detectors activate.

Manually by a person smashing the glass of an emergency manual call point. Note: Manual call points are currently located in buildings connected to both fire indicator panels (refer site block plan).

Once activated, an outside alarm bell will ring and an audible warning signal will sound. Warning lights will illuminate on the fire indicator panel. Emergency Warning System (Buildings connected to fire indicator panels only) The emergency warning system at Saint Rita`s College incorporates a two-stage alarm system that is clearly audible to all persons in the buildings connected to the fire indicator panels. The two stage alarms are:-

Alert Signal – The is a distinctive “BEEP BEEP’ signal.

Evacuate signal – This is a distinctive “WHOOP WHOOP’ signal, which will activate automatically following a time delay after the “ALERT’ signal

When the first stage of the fire alarm system activates, the ‘Beep’ signal sound. This indicates the building is in alarm mode and all persons in the building may need to take the necessary steps to prepare for a possible building evacuation. When the second stage of the fire alarm system activates, the ‘Whoop” signal will sound. This is considered to be the building ‘EVACUATE’ signal. All occupants are to commence an immediate and orderly evacuation utilising the nearest exits and stairwells to the nominated Assembly Point. It is vital that the occupants evacuate in a calm and orderly manner.

11. EVACUATION COORDINATION PROCEDURES

STAGES OF EVACUATION: Depending on the type of emergency incident, the following stages of evacuation should be implemented: Stage 1 - Removal of persons from the immediate danger area (relocate occupants from affected compartment into the next compartment on the same level-partial evacuation). Stage 2 - Complete evacuation of a building (if the severity of the emergency situation necessitates evacuation of the affected building, occupants are to be directed to the nominated Assembly Area via the emergency exits-complete evacuation).

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CHIEF WARDEN: (FACILITIES OFFICER) In the event of a fire or emergency situation the Chief Warden will immediately:

Report to Warden Station and don PPE (if applicable).

Contact Area Warden in affected building to initiate a search and ascertain the nature of the emergency to determine appropriate action.

Ensure the emergency warning signal has been activated (Business Manager’s PA).

Ensure the Queensland Fire Service has been called (Business Manager’s PA). If a fire has been found the Chief Warden must:

Consider evacuation of affected building.

Notify all Area Wardens/Deputy Warden of the situation and maintain communications.

Report to the nominated Assembly Area.

Ensure student roll call is conducted to account for all occupants.

Meet the Fire Service on arrival and inform them of the situation (front entry).

Assist the fire service as required.

If the fire cannot be extinguished or controlled the Chief Warden must:

Evacuate the entire building (if not already underway).

Arrange the evacuation of persons with special needs.

Consider the evacuation of adjoining buildings.

Meet the Fire Service on arrival and inform them of the situation.

Keep in contact with all Area Wardens/Deputy Chief Warden.

Check result of roll call from Assembly Area. If no fire is found the Chief Warden must:

Notify all Area Wardens/Deputy Chief Warden of the situation.

Meet the Fire Service on arrival and inform them of the situation (if responded). The Chief Warden is responsible for the evacuation of the building until the arrival of the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service. The Chief Warden is responsible for maintaining an up to date list of the ECO. He/she must also nominate persons to undertake the duties of any ECO member who may be absent. DEPUTY CHIEF WARDEN: (MAINTENANCE OFFICER) The Deputy Chief Warden will assume the duties and responsibilities of the Chief Warden whenever the Chief Warden is absent from the premises. Deputy Chief Warden is appointed for the purpose of directing and controlling the emergency procedures as directed by the Chief Warden and will assist as required. In the event of a fire or emergency situation the Deputy Chief Warden will immediately:

Report to Warden Station and don PPE (if applicable).

Report to/contact Chief Warden and carryout instructions.

Ensure all occupancy registers are taken to Assembly Area (students, staff, visitors, tradesman etc).

Obtain mobile horn.

Report to the nominated Assembly Area and ensure ancilliary staff roll is conducted by Main Receptionist, ensuring all ancilliary staff are accounted for.

Notify Chief Warden when all persons are accounted for and maintain communications.

Assist the Chief Warden as required. AREA WARDENS: (BUSINESS MANAGER, CLASS ROOM TEACHERS, LIBRARIAN, PANTRY CONVENER, DEPUTY PRINCIPAL PASTORAL’S PERSONAL ASSISTANT) Area Wardens have the authority to evacuate their area of the responsibility if they consider there is any danger to staff or occupants.

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On activation of the fire alarm or emergency actions, Area Wardens may receive instructions from the Chief Warden. On receipt of instructions they will either –

a) Direct staff to reassure students/occupants whilst at the same time preparing to evacuate; and / or b) Initiate a search or emergency procedures of their section.

If a fire or emergency situation is found the Area Warden must:

Report to Warden Station and don PPE (if applicable).

Conduct a search and ascertain the nature of the emergency.

Evacuate occupants in the affected building.

Inform the Chief Warden. If the fire or emergency cannot be extinguished or controlled the Area Warden must:

Inform the Chief Warden.

Evacuate all occupants in the building according to mobility impairment: o Able bodied, first o Wheel chair and walkers, second o Bed ridden, last

Isolate power, gas, machinery etc, if safe to do so.

Isolate the incident by closing all doors and windows, if safe to do so.

Take class roll call (if available) and proceed to nominated Assembly Area.

Conduct head count to ensure all students/occupants are accounted for.

Notify Chief Warden if any persons not accounted for.

If no fire or emergency is found the Area Warden must:

Inform the Chief Fire Warden.

Reassure students/occupants the situation is under control and to resume normal activities. WARDENS (STAFF MEMBERS) If a fire or emergency situation is found the Warden must:

Report to/contact Area Warden and act on any instructions.

Instigate emergency/evacuation procedures as required. Wardens will usually become aware of an emergency in their building on hearing the ALARM or being advised either verbally or by some other means. Wardens should immediately contact their Area Warden (if available) and act on any instructions or instigate evacuation/emergency procedures as required. Warden’s duties may include:

Assuming control in the absence of the nominated Area Warden.

Raising the alarm by activating a Manual Call Point (MCP), or by shouting “FIRE EVACUATE”.

When directed, guide occupants to designated exits and nominated Assembly Area.

Assisting those with special needs.

Operating first attack fire fighting equipment (eg) fire extinguishers and hose reels, or instigating emergency procedures.

Attempt to extinguish the fire, if safe to do so –

If the fire is small enough, use a nearby fire extinguisher to control and extinguish the fire. Do not fight the fire if the following conditions exist:

You have not been trained or instructed in using a fire extinguisher You don’t know what’s burning The fire is spreading rapidly You don’t have the proper equipment The fire might block your means of escape You might inhale toxic smoke You instincts tell you not to do so

If the first attempts to put out the fire do not succeed, evacuate the building immediately.

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Ensuring doors and windows are closed properly.

Searching an area to ensure nobody has been left behind (this includes toilets, storage areas etc).

Ensuring lifts are not used during the evacuation (if applicable).

Wardens may be appointed to guide groups of occupants down the fire stairs and, if instructed, conduct a head count.

Isolating services such as electricity and gas.

If directed, meet emergency services on arrival at their floor/area.

Reporting to nominated Assembly Area. During an evacuation, wardens should be prepared to:

Provide assistance to any occupant falling or tripping.

Allow room for Emergency Services personnel who may be trying to enter the building.

Prevent any persons from re-entering the building, unless authorised by the Chief Warden or Officer-in-Charge of the Emergency Services.

Permit only non-bulky personal items, such as purses, wallets or handbags to be carried out. COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER: (BUSINESS MANAGER’S PERSONAL ASSISTANT)

Report to Warden Station and don PPE (if applicable).

If confirmed emergency, activate emergency warning signal (PA / hand siren).

Ring 000 (provide name of building, address, mobile contact, type of emergency, injuries, if persons missing etc).

Provide communications between Chief Warden and Area Wardens (may be required as a runner).

Maintain means of communication to communicate with responding Emergency Services.

Carry out instructions as directed by Chief Warden. FIRST AID OFFICER: (STUDENT RECEPTIONIST)

Report to Warden Station and don PPE (if applicable).

Obtain first aid kit/equipment.

Report to Assembly Area and provide any necessary first aid requirements.

Carry out instructions as directed by Chief Warden. Special Needs Procedure A special needs person is any person who will require assistance to evacuate the building in the event of an emergency incident occurring. A responsible person should be nominated to arrange for the orderly and dignified evacuation of any special needs person. Where necessary, a personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP) should be developed as part of the building`s emergency plan. Fire Safety Adviser A Fire Safety Adviser is required to:

Provide or arrange – First response evacuation instruction

Provide or arrange – Evacuation coordination instructions

In addition the Fire Safety Advisor may provide assistance to the occupier by:

Liaising with occupiers to ensure the development of the Fire and Evacuation Plan.

Liaising with occupiers to ensure the development of the Evacuation Sign and Diagrams,

Review the Fire and Evacuation Plan and evacuation Sign and Diagram annually.

Monitor the building’s prescribed fire safety installation maintenance schedule and maintenance records and advise the occupier of discrepancies.

Liaise with QFRS during building inspections. If possible, be available at the time of inspection and have all relevant maintenance records and documents available at the time of inspection.

Coordinate the establishment and manage the Emergency Control Organisation (ECO) where required.

Arrange or provide general evacuation instruction as well as first response evacuation instruction and evacuation coordination instruction.

Provide advice to the occupier of any possible breeches of the regulations.

Coordinate evacuation practice.

Arrange and coordinate evacuation exercises.

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Accurately log the performance and problems encountered during the exercise.

Conduct debriefing after practice evacuation.

Continually strive to improve the effectiveness of the plan. Assembly Area Procedures It is imperative that all staff/occupants report and remain at the nominated Assembly Area so that the Deputy Chief Warden/Area Wardens can conduct a roll call. The results of the roll call must be made known to the Chief Fire Warden. During an evacuation, the following points should be borne in mind:

Arrange assistance for mobility impaired persons.

Secure cash and valuable documents (if safe to do so).

Evacuate with a minimum of personal material.

Where possible close doors and windows on departure.

Prevention of panic is of paramount importance.

Obey directions given by Emergency Services personnel.

Keep all exits/entrances clear at all times.

Do not allow anyone to re-enter the affected building/s until advised by Wardens or Emergency Services personnel.

NOTE: THE MAIN ASSEMBLY AREA IS LOCATED ON THE OVAL AT HOGAN PLACE. THE ALTERNATE ASSEMBLY AREA IS LOCATED ON THE SR ASSUMPTA PAVILLION. Person Refusing To Comply With Warden’s Directions: Should a person refuse to comply with the directions given by a warden, from the Buildings Emergency Control Organisation:

a) Ensure the person has been clearly advised they are required to evacuate the building, because of an emergency situation.

b) Notify the Chief Warden, who will advise the Officer-in-Charge of the Emergency Service who, at his discretion, may take the appropriate action under law to remove the person.

NB It is advisable to have a witness to confirm any refusals (document any such incidents).

GENERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS It is recommended that you examine your premises on a continuous basis to ensure that; -

Corridors, aisles and walkways remain clear of obstructions.

Exit doors remain clear and unlocked whilst the premises are occupied.

Fire fighting equipment is available, serviceable and accessible.

Excess quantities of combustible materials are not permitted to accumulate anywhere on the premises.

Extra care is to be taken with the use and maintenance of office/heating equipments, etc.

Any accumulation of litter, which may increase the danger of fire, is removed.

Check for incorrect storage of flammable liquids and chemicals.

Defective public address/telephone systems are repaired.

Stairs are kept clear at all times and are not used for storage.

Prevention of emergencies is as important as the development of efficient means of dealing with them and to this end Wardens and all occupants, should be acutely aware of the need to avoid dangerous practices and the danger to life and property in the event of emergencies getting out of control.

Extra care is to be taken with the use and maintenance of cooking equipment.

Any safety breaches found are reported to the Chief Warden. EVACUATION DRILLS Evacuation drills will be arranged by the Chief Warden. They should be conducted even if they only involve the on duty staff and ECO members.

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The First Evacuation Exercise This may only be a matter of sounding the alarm and having people walk to the Assembly Area. Before the first evacuation takes place, all staff must be briefed by the Wardens on the following;

The identity of the Wardens:

Alarm System and the preferred method of reporting emergencies;

Actions they are to take in response to the alarm signals;

Assembly points for their section;

What is required at the completion of the exercise. This briefing is best performed through the warden system, thus enabling the staff to identify their Wardens and become aware of their authority and duties. When the ECO and procedures have been proven to be satisfactory, the first large scale evacuation can be held. This should not be a no-notice evacuation. Adequate warning should be given as the first evacuation can be difficult enough without the added confusion brought about by surprise. It should be accepted by Management that the evacuation plan and procedures be properly tested, and that all Wardens have sufficient practice to ensure their effectiveness in an emergency situation. The size and configuration of the premises, together with the type of occupancy, will determine the interval between practice evacuations. The period between partial evacuations can vary between quarterly and yearly. A debriefing meeting conducted by the Chief Warden after each practice evacuation is essential in order to identify any shortcomings in the organisation or procedures, and then to amend the building response and evacuation plans where necessary. GUIDE TO EVACUATION EXERCISES General An evacuation plan and building emergency organisation are of little use unless the building population are taught what they should do if they discover an emergency and what they should do if they hear the alarm or evacuation signals. It is also important the people have opportunity to practice the evacuation plan in a simulated evacuation exercise – remember there is a lot of difference between learning what to do and actually doing it. An evacuation drill should be held at least once a year. In some establishments a full scale exercise, involving all staff at the same time, may be impractical. In these instances, it may be necessary to conduct a number of smaller exercises, each involving different groups of staff members until all staff members have participated in an exercise. Irrespective of the scope of the exercise, it should simulate an emergency situation and should answer the following questions:

Does the evacuation plan work?

Are the actions taken by staff correct?

Does the current warden communication system work?

Does the warning system work?

Are the evacuation routes satisfactory?

Is there adequate first aid and fire fighting equipment?

Does the system of roll calls work?

Are the Assembly Areas appropriate and adequate?

Does the building emergency control system (organisation and staffing) work? Training Before The Exercise Before holding an exercise the people comprising the building emergency staff must be thoroughly trained in their duties and the building population must be taught what is expected of them.

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Planning For The Exercise Some of the points to be considered when planning an evacuation exercise are:

1. Timing The exercise should be timed so as to involve all staff in the section of area concerned, but minimise disruption to work programs.

2. Location of Simulated Fire

Decide carefully where to locate the simulated fire so that it contributes to the exercise rather than cause confusion. Be practical; select an area that could be considered a possible source of fire.

3. Staff Involved

Decide who is to be involved. Discuss this aspect with appropriate managers, gain cooperation, do not create confrontation or resistance.

4. Warning or Surprise

Exercises conducted without warning are useful but can create problems. For the first one or two exercises it is normally best to warn people in advance and to treat the exercise as a learning experience.

Later, once staff have experienced one or two exercises, it may be possible to conduct a no warning exercise. If you choose to do this, be careful not to create panic. Once the alert is sounded it is often wise to pass a message through the warden system that it is an exercise.

5. Observers

If you are to gain any value from an exercise you must find out what went right and what went wrong. To do this you will need people to act as observers and take notes. Suitable people may include senior staff from sections not involved in the exercise and Queensland Fire and Rescue Authority Officers. The Wardens themselves will also be able to contribute, particularly in respect of what went right or wrong in their areas. A guide for observers is in Schedule 5.

Exercise Debrief

There is nothing more frustrating for staff members when taking part in an evacuation exercise and never knowing how it went. As soon as possible after the exercise hold a debriefing. Gather all the participants together and tell them how the exercise went. How well (or badly) they performed, what system or organisational problems there were, and what changes may have to be made to the evacuation plan. Ask for any suggestions for improvements and discuss any problems experienced by individual staff members. Do not use the debrief to embarrass or criticise individuals, an exercise should be a test of the evacuation system rather than of individuals. Remember the most important aspect of an exercise is finding out what is wrong with the evacuation plan before you have to use the plan in a real emergency. Remember staff will change over a period of time. Training and exercises must take account of staff turnover.

12. PROCEDURE FOR INSTRUCTIONS TO WORKERS

For new employees On day one of induction for any new employee the Evacuation Coordinator (or nominated staff trainer) will give General Evacuation Instruction and First Response Evacuation Instruction. The Fire Safety Adviser gives the Evacuation Coordination Instructions and First Response Evacuation Instructions or arranges for the instructions to be given. General Evacuation Instruction for a building means instructions about the location of the fire safety reference points for the building and the procedures for evacuating the building safely in the event of a fire or hazardous materials emergency. General Evacuation Instructions for the building must be given to a person who starts working in the building as soon as practicable but no later than two days after the person starts working in the building.

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If there is a material change to the location of a fire safety reference point for the building or the procedure for evacuating the building safely in the event of a fire or hazardous material emergency then the evacuation coordinator (or nominated staff trainer) must give the General Evacuation Instructions as changed to each person working in the building as soon as practicable but no later than one month after the change. First Response Evacuation Instruction The evacuation coordinator (or nominated staff trainer) must give First Response Evacuation Instructions for the building to a person who starts work in the building as soon as practicable but no later than one month after the person starts working in the building. First Response Evacuation Instructions for a building means instructions about the method of operation of manually operated fire alarms and fire fighting equipment in the building including at least one of the following:

a) Training in the use of the fire alarms and fire fighting equipment b) A demonstration of the use of manually operated fire alarms and fire fighting equipment that are

identical, or at least similar to, the fire alarms and fire fighting equipment in the building. If there is material change to the method of operation of a manually operated fire alarm or fire fighting equipment in the building the evacuation coordinator (or nominated staff trainer) must give the changed First Response Evacuation Instructions as soon as practicable but no later than one month after the change. However, both sets of instructions General Evacuation Instructions and First Response Evacuation Instructions may be given at the same time. Existing Employees General Evacuation Instructions will be given annually and First Response Evacuation Instruction biennially. If there is a material change to the location of a fire safety reference point for the building or the procedure for evacuating the building safely in the event of a fire or hazardous material emergency then the evacuation coordinator (or nominated staff trainer) must give the General Evacuation Instructions as changed to each person working in the building as soon as practicable but no later than one month after the change. The evacuation coordinator (or nominated staff trainer) must give General Evacuation Instructions for the building to each person working in the building at intervals of not more than one year. The evacuation coordinator (or nominated staff trainer) must give First Response Evacuation Instructions for the building to existing employees working in the building at intervals of not more than two years. Evacuation Coordination Instructions The occupier of the building must give the evacuation coordination instructions for the building to the evacuation coordinator and the persons responsible for carrying out the Evacuation Coordination Procedures under the buildings fire and evacuation plan (the responsible persons) at intervals of not more than one year. Nominated staff will receive Evacuation Coordination Procedures within one month before the person becomes the evacuation coordinator or responsible person. The occupier must ensure the Fire Safety Advisor for the building gives the evacuation coordination instructions or arranges for the instructions to be given.

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13. FIRE TETRAHEDRON

WHAT IS FIRE? Fire is a chemical reaction in which oxygen is combined with a gaseous or vaporous fuel. Note that, even if the fuel is a solid (e.g. wood) or liquid (e.g. petrol) it is the vapours given off when the fuel is heated that burn. This rapid oxidation produces heat and light (flames). Fire can usually take place when these three elements are present:

Oxygen

Fuel

Heat (energy)

These 3 elements make up what is commonly called the “Fire Triangle” Oxygen:

Oxygen is usually readily available. It makes up 21% of the air we breathe. Fuel:

Solid combustibles like paper, furniture, clothing and plastics

Flammable liquids like petrol, oils, kerosene, paint, solvents and cooking oils/fats

Flammable gases like natural gas, LPG, acetylene Heat:

The heat given off by the oxidation reaction sustains the fire once it is established. But first, a heat source is required to produce ignition.

Ignition sources include:

Heating and cooking appliances

Faulty electrical equipment

Cigarettes, lighters and matches

Friction CHEMICAL CHAIN REACTION: Research has added a fourth side to the fire triangle concept resulting in the development of a new model called the “Fire Tetrahedron” The fourth element involved in the combustion process is referred to as the ‘chemical chain reaction’. Specific chemical chain reactions between fuel and oxygen molecules are essential to sustain a fire once it has begun

O2

CHEMICAL

CHAIN

REACTION

OXYGEN

HEAT

FUEL

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FIRE EXTINGUISHMENT Essentially, fires are extinguished by taking away one or more of the elements in the fire tetrahedron. This can be achieved by:

Removal or separation of unburnt FUEL (e.g. turn off the gas)

Removal or dilution of the OXYGEN supply (e.g. smothering the fire with a fire blanket or an inert gas)

Removal of the HEAT of the oxidation reaction (e.g. spraying the fuel with water)

Inhibiting the CHAIN REACTION by modifying the combustion chemistry Sound fire prevention practices are based upon the principal of keeping fuel and ignition sources apart. CLASSES OF FIRE Fires are classified according to the type of fuel involved. Not all extinguishing agents are compatible with all types of fuel (e.g. water used on flammable liquid fire is likely to increase the rate of burning dramatically and to disperse the fuel to cover a greater area). Thus, if the wrong type of extinguisher is selected, the fire situation can be made worse, often threatening your own personal safety. Some extinguishers are simply more effective than others on particular classes of fire.

Most fire extinguishers have a pictograph label identifying the type of fuels that may be extinguished. Electrical Hazards Where a fire, involving an electrical hazard, can be expected, the extinguisher must be electrically non-conductive in addition to having the correct classification for materials involved. The marking of ‘(E)’ on the fire extinguisher indicates the extinguisher is safe for extinguishing a fire involving energised electrical equipment.

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14. METHOD OF OPERATION OF FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

Fire Extinguishers: 1. Select appropriate extinguisher for type of fire. 2. Pull pin from squeeze handle. 3. Test extinguisher by squeezing handles briefly. 4. Approach fire aiming nozzle at base of fire. 5. Squeeze handles and operate extinguisher in a sweeping motion.

Hose Reels: 1. Hose reels are used on fires involving wood, paper and textiles only,

They are not to be used on live electrical appliances or flammable liquids. 2. To release the hose reel, turn the valve on this will charge the hose and

release the nozzle (if fitted with a nozzle release lock). 3. The hose can then be pulled out to the fire, the nozzle operates like a

garden hose in most cases by twisting the nozzle, and the nozzle can be adjusted to give a spray pattern or a straight jet.

Manual Call Points: 1. If the system is CONNECTED to Queensland Fire and Rescue Service, break glass.

The break glass alarm will activate the fire alarm in the building and also contact the fire service.

2. It is recommended that 000 is also called to inform the Fire Service of the type and severity of the fire to allow additional resources to be despatched if required.

3. If NOT CONNECTED to the Fire Service the break glass alarm should have signage above it indicating “Local alarm only in case of fire break glass and ring 000”. Breaking glass will only activate the fire alarm in the building but will not contact the Fire Service.

4. Ensure the fire service is called on 000 to notify them of the type and severity of the fire.

Fire Blankets: A fire blanket consists of a piece of fire resistant fabric (usually woven glass fibre) that is used to smother a fire. They are usually located in kitchens where small cooking fires may occur. 1. Remove the blanket from its housing and fold out completely.

2. Hold the blanket by the two tabs ensuring that the blanket is folded back at the edges to protect the operator’s hands.

3. Place the bottom of the blanket over the near side of the fire and lay gently over the fire. 4. Be careful not to trip on the bottom side of the blanket when moving forward (some blankets are very long

and can become a tripping hazard). 5. Isolate electricity to the appliance if safe to do so 6. Leave the blanket in situ for approximately 20 minutes to allow the temperature to drop and prevent any

possible re-ignition. Note: If using a fire blanket to extinguish a person`s clothing on fire, lay the blanket over the burning area and pad down to smother and extinguish the fire.

EXTINGUISHER SIZE APPROXIMATE DISCHARGE TIME

APPROXIMATE EFFECTIVE RANGE

POWDER (ABE) 4.5KG 20 SECONDS 5 METRES

POWDER (BE) 4.5KG 24 SECONDS 5 METRES

CARBON DIOXIDE (CO2) 3.5KG 22 SECONDS 1 TO 2 METRES

WATER 9.1LTR 80 SECONDS 6 METRES

FOAM 9.1LTR 48 SECONDS 4.5 METRES

WET CHEMICAL 3.5LTR 33 SECONDS 3 METRES

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15. FIRE AND EVACUATION PRACTICE RECORD

Practice Evacuations Guidelines

Evacuation practices must be conducted annually for all buildings.

The practice must be carried out with an appropriate number of persons.

The practice must be carried out in an appropriate way.

The practice must be recorded.

The practice record must include the following:

1. The date of the evacuation. 2. The times the evacuation started and ended. 3. Any action taken as a result of the evacuation.

4. Name of person in charge of practice evacuation. BUILDING NAME: ST RITA`S COLLEGE ADDRESS: 41 ENDERLEY ROAD CLAYFIELD QLD Refer to Fire and Evacuation Practice Record Sheet and Attendance Sheet (Pages 26 & 27)

16. FIRE AND EVACUATION INSTRUCTION RECORD

The instructions given take into account the following components:

1. The location of the building’s escape routes (fire exits and pathways to an exit). 2. A procedure for conducting members of the public to an exit and then to the designated Assembly Area

(safe place). 3. Checking of all rooms (including toilets) for people (after assessing the risk from smoke or fire). 4. The location of fire-fighting equipment (fire extinguishers, fire blankets & fire hose reels). 5. The location of fire alarms or equipment for warning of fire (if applicable). 6. The method of operation of fire-fighting equipment (fire extinguishers, blankets & hose reels). 7. The method used to activate fire alarms or equipment for warning of fire (if applicable). 8. Making the announcement for occupants of the building to evacuate. This can be delivered via

messengers or a public address system (if applicable). 9. Contacting the Fire Services using “000” telephone number passing on details of the emergency. 10. Assessing the effectiveness of the building evacuation, with consideration as to who may be missing and

where they may still be within the building. (Conducting a head count) 11. Meeting the attending Fire Service Officer to pass on updated details of the emergency.

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BUILDING NAME: ST RITA`S COLLEGE ADDRESS: 41 ENDERLEY ROAD CLAYFIELD QLD DATE: INSTRUCTORS NAME:

Name/Signature of Person Trained Instruction Given (Use numbers listed in the above points as

indication)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

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17. FIRE SAFETY INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

Fire Safety Installation

Installed?

YES NO

Air Handling Systems

Emergency Lifts

Emergency Lighting

Emergency Power Supply Emergency Warning & Intercommunication System (EWIS)

Exit Signage

Fire Detection/Alarm System

Fire Doors

Fire Extinguishers

Fire Hose Reels

Fire Hydrants

Fire Mains

Fire Pumps

Fire Hydrant Booster Assembly

Fire Sprinklers Fire Sprinkler Booster Assembly Fire Shutters Fire Control Centres Other features* Smoke and heat venting systems

Smoke doorsets Solid core doors Special Automatic Suppression Systems (Gas, Powder etc)

Stairwell pressurisation systems *Other features – includes additional fire safety installations or conditions that are required under the buildings alternative solution of the Building Act 1975 or Building Code of Australia clauses E1.10 and E2.3. Alternative Solutions - Fire Safety Management Procedure: (If the building has alternative solutions, a “Fire Safety Management Procedure” will be provided as a condition of the occupation and use of the building. This Procedure must be kept with the Plan). Note: Records provided indicate that there are no Alternate Solutions provided for St Rita`s College.

This list may be used, if following a written request, relevant approval documents cannot be obtained from your Local Government, building certifier or other approval agency. If these documents cannot be obtained this list can be used to document the fire safety installations in the building. This list must then be kept with the other approval documents as required in item 59 of the Advisory Notes.

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18. OCCUPIER’S STATEMENT¹

Name of Building: St Rita`s College

Address: 41 Enderley Road, Clayfield, Qld

Statement Date: From: To:

Prescribed fire safety installation²

Nominated Australian Standard or relevant maintenance requirements³

Yes/No Was a critical defect notice4 issued during the period covered by this statement (Yes/No)

Date of rectification of critical defect4

Air Handling Systems 1851 – 2005 Y NO

Emergency Lifts N/A Y NO

Emergency Lighting 2293.2 Y NO

Emergency Power Supply N/A N

Emergency Warning & Intercommunication System5

1851 – 2005 Y NO

Exit Signage 2293.2 Y NO

Fire Detection/Alarm System 1851 – 2005 Y NO

Fire Doors 1851 – 2005 (QDC MP6.1)

Y NO

Fire Extinguishers 1851 – 2005 Y NO

Fire Hose Reels 1851 – 2005 Y NO

Fire Hydrants 1851 – 2005 Y NO

Fire Mains 1851 – 2005 Y NO

Fire Pumps 1851 – 2005 Y NO

Fire Hydrant Booster Assembly

1851 – 2005 Y NO

Fire Sprinklers 1851 – 2005 N

Fire Sprinkler Booster Assembly

1851 – 2005 N

Fire Shutters 1851 – 2005 N

Fire Control Centres 1851 – 2005 N

Other features6 (provide details)

N/A N

Smoke and heat venting systems

1851 – 2005 Y NO

Smoke doorsets 1851 – 2005 N

Solid core doors 1851 – 2005 N

Special Automatic Suppression Systems

1851 – 2005 N

Stairwell pressurisation systems

1851 – 2005 N

I _______________________ as an authorised person on behalf of ________________________7

(Full Name) (Name of Organisation)

Declare the above listed prescribed fire safety installations have been maintained during the period covered by this statement in accordance with this code and as specified, ________________________ on ________________.

(Signature) (Date)

1. This yearly statement must be kept with the building’s maintenance records in accordance with A2(c) and be produced on demand by local government officers and authorised officers of the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service.

2. Note: delete prescribed fire safety installations that are not installed in/for the building. 3. For example, in accordance with manufacturer’s instruction manual date day/month/year or in accordance with the building’s

certificate of classification. 4. Copies of critical defect notices issued and proof of rectification within the period of this statement must be attached. 5. This is also known as sound systems and intercommunication systems for emergency purposes. 6. Includes additional fire safety installations or conditions that are required under the building’s alternative solution of the Building Act

1975 or BCA clauses E1.10 and E2.3 If the owner is signing or the occupier is not employed by a body corporate the “name of organisation” section does not need to be complete.

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EMERGENCY CONTROL ORGANISATION FOR:

CHIEF WARDEN:

DEPUTY CHIEF WARDEN:

AREA WARDENS:

WARDENS: (STAFF MEMBERS)

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER:

FIRST AID OFFICER:

19. EMERGENCY CONTROL ORGANISATION

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The Emergency Control Organisation for St Rita`s College consists of a Chief Warden, Deputy Chief Warden, Area Wardens, Communications Officer & First Aid Officer.

Chief & Deputy Warden White Hat

Area Warden Yellow Hat

ROLE NAME EXT MOBILE

CHIEF WARDEN:

FACILITIES OFFICER

DEPUTY CHIEF WARDEN:

MAINTENANCE OFFICER

AREA WARDEN: (SACRED HEART)

BUSINESS MANAGER

AREA WARDEN: (CLASS ROOMS)

CLASS ROOM TEACHERS

AREA WARDEN: (LIBRARY)

LIBRARIAN

AREA WARDEN: (PANTRY)

PANTRY CONVENER

AREA WARDEN: (STANLEY HALL)

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL’S PASTORAL PERSONAL ASSISTANT

COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER:

BUSINESS MANAGER’S PERSONAL ASSISTANT

FIRST AID OFFICER:

STUDENT RECEPTIONIST

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SERVICE PHONE NUMBER

FIRE 000

AMBULANCE 000

POLICE 000

ENERGEX - EMERGENCY 13 19 62

POISIONS INFORMATION CENTRE 13 11 26

STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE (SES) 13 25 00

NATIONAL SECURITY HOTLINE 1800 123 400

20. EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS

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OTHER EMERGENCY INCIDENTS:

DISASTER

Stay calm

Ring 000 and report the emergency, indicating: o Type of disaster o Number and nature of injuries o Actions taken o Assistance required o Any other relevant information

Prepare to evacuate as per Fire and Evacuation Procedure if necessary

Assist Emergency Services upon arrival ARMED HOLD UP Calm Obey Picture Secure

C Remain calm and assess the situation.

O Obey any instruction by the offender but do not provide money or goods not asked for.

P If possible, try to take a mental picture of the offenders, clothing, height, hair colour, build, tattoos, scars, unusual features, etc.

S Secure the area immediately after the offender leaves.

Ring 000 and report the incident to Police.

Disturb the area as little as possible until the Police arrive HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Ring 000 and report the incident.

Evacuate immediately as per Fire and Evacuation Procedure.

Avoid contact with substance.

Consider isolating power to affected area.

Remain up wind and up hill of substance.

If substance and quantity is known, advise Emergency Service upon arrival.

Advise Emergency Service if anyone is contaminated. BOMB THREAT

Remain calm.

Keep the caller talking.

Write down: o Approximate age of caller. o Gender. o Voice details-accent, slurring, impediments, background noises. o Time the bomb is due to explode. o Location of bomb. o Motivation.

Immediately contact the Police.

Prepare to evacuate as per Fire & Evacuation Procedure if necessary.

Assist Emergency Services upon arrival.

CIVIL DISORDER AND ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY

Ring 000 and report the incident.

Remain calm.

Advise all occupants within the building of the situation.

Lock up building.

Restrict access to and egress from building.

Restrict contact between demonstrators/disaffected person/s and building occupants.

Secure cash, records and other valuables.

Await arrival of Police.

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ECO Summary (St Rita`s College) ALERT MODE EVACUATION MODE

Chief Warden

(CW) Report to Warden Station & don PPE (if

applicable)

Report to FIP & confirm location of alarm (if

FIP activation)

Report to alarmed/affected building (if no FIP)

Ascertain nature of emergency

Determine appropriate action

Maintain communications

Ensure emergency warning signal is activated

by CO

Ensure “000” is contacted by CO

Nominate responsible person to isolate

gas/power if safe to do so (if necessary)

Ensure roll call are being conducted

Meet Emergency Service Officer at main entry

Advise Emergency Service Officer of situation

upon arrival

Assist Emergency Services wherever possible

Make PA announcement when safe to return to

class rooms/building

Deputy Chief

Warden (DCW) Report to Warden Station & don PPE (if

applicable)

Report to/contact CW & carryout instructions

Obtain mobile horn

Maintain communications

Carryout instructions as directed by the CW

Ensure occupancy registers are taken to

Assembly Area (AA)

Report to AA & check ancilliary roll call is

being conducted by Main Receptionist

Notify CW when all persons accounted for

Assist CW as required

Area Wardens

(AW) Report to Warden Station & don PPE (if

applicable)

Contact CW (if possible)

Notify CW nature of emergency

Follow instructions from CW

Maintain communications

Initiate evacuation of Responsible Area (RA)

Check RA to ensure all persons have

evacuated

If fire, carry out fire fighting operations if safe

to do so

Isolate power, gas, machinery etc (if

necessary)

Close all doors/windows in affected area upon

leaving if safe to do so

Notify CW when responsible area has been

evacuated/fire extinguished/services isolated

(if applicable)

Report to AA & conduct class roll call

Notify CW or in his absence Business

Manager when all persons accounted for

Wardens (Staff

members) Report to Area Warden (if available)

Notify AW nature of emergency

Follow instructions from AW

Maintain communications

Assist in evacuating all persons in RA

Check all rooms in RA to ensure all persons

have evacuated

If fire, carry out fire fighting operations if safe

to do so

Isolate power/gas (if necessary)

Close all doors/windows in affected area if

safe to do so

Notify CW when responsible area has been

evacuated/fire extinguished/power & gas

isolated (if applicable)

Report to AA

Notify CW if you know of anyone missing

Communications

Officer (CO) Report to Warden Point & don PPE (if

applicable)

Standby to activate emergency warning signal &

ring 000

Activate emergency warning signal & ring 000

Provide communications between CW &

AW`s (if required)

Maintain means of communication to

communicate with responding Emergency

Services.

Assist CW as required

First Aid Officer Report to Warden Station & don PPE (if

applicable)

Obtain first aid kit/equipment

Report to AA & provide first aid requirements

Liaise with QAS upon arrival re: casualty

condition

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Additional Information:

The emergency warning signal to initiate an evacuation of the College is via the fire alarm using the public address system.

The emergency warning back up signal is the activation of the mobile hand siren (continuous signal).

The Business Manager's PA is responsible for activating the College`s emergency warning system & calling “000”.

The Study Supervisor collects paper rolls and late/absent books and distributes them to the Heads of House under the tree near the Chapel or if using alternate Assembly Area in the pavilion.

House Group Teachers (including Supply Teachers allocated to a House Group) take roll call and immediately report any unaccounted for absences to the Chief Warden or in his absence the Business Manager.

Pre-Service Teachers are to report to their Supervising Teacher.

The Main Receptionist takes roll of Non House Group Teachers, Supply Teachers without a House Group, School Officers, Maintenance Staff, Volunteers and Visitors and immediately report any unaccounted for absences to the Deputy Chief Warden or in his absence the Business Manager.

If the emergency warning signal is activated during a lunch break, or a student is not in class, students should report to their teacher at the Assembly Area.