Building L (ATRF)
Emergency Evacuation Plan
(ANU Endorsed 25 May 2010)
Updated October 2011
This plan is based upon AS 3745 –
Emergency Control Organisation and
Procedures for Buildings, Structures and
workplaces .
This plan is to be used as a guide only and should not be taken that a copy of this plan will assure
compliance with the relevant Australian Standards. This guide was developed to assist persons develop
an Emergency Evacuation Plan.
Emergency Evacuation Plan for the ATRF
LIST OF EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS ........................................................................................... 4
ATRF EMERGENCY CONTACTS AND MANAGEMENT ........................................................................ 4
1.
PURPOSE.................................................................................................................................. 5
2.
SCOPE ...................................................................................................................................... 5
3.
OBJECTIVES.............................................................................................................................. 5
4.
DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................................................ 5
5.
TYPES OF EMERGENCY ........................................................................................................... 5
6.
EMERGENCY ASSEMBLY LOCATION ....................................................................................... 6
7.
TERMINATING EMERGENCY RESPONSE................................................................................... 6
8.
REFERENCES ........................................................................................................................... 6
9.
RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................................................... 6
Chief Emergency Warden (white helmet).................................................................................... 6
Deputy Chief Emergency Warden (red helmet)........................................................................... 8
Emergency Area Warden (red helmet) ........................................................................................ 8
First Aid Officers .......................................................................................................................... 10
Employees: .................................................................................................................................. 10
10. FIRE PROCEDURES................................................................................................................... 10
10.1 In the case of a fire:........................................................................................................... 10
10.2 Evacuation ‐ Warning System ............................................................................................ 11
10.3 Out of working hours ......................................................................................................... 11
10.4 Can you fight the fire?........................................................................................................ 11
10.5 Types of fire extinguishers ................................................................................................. 12
10.6 Use of Fire Extinguishers ................................................................................................... 12
10.7 Emergency Evacuation Drills ............................................................................................. 13
10.8 Training............................................................................................................................... 14
11. PROCEDURE IN CASE OF ARMED/UNARMED INTRUSION/CIVIL DISTURBANCE, SELF
HARM
14
12. PROCEDURE IN CASE OF A CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL, HAZARDOUS
SUBSTANCE OR TOXIC INCIDENT ...................................................................................................... 15
13. PROCEDURE FOR SNAKE BITES................................................................................................ 16
Refer to Annexure D for factsheet on Pressure‐Immobilisation Bandaging (PIB). ........................... 16
14. PROCEDURE IN CASE OF A FLOOD, STORM OR KING TIDE ..................................................... 16
15. PROCEDURE FOR A TROPICAL CYCLONE ................................................................................ 17
15.1 Pre‐Season.......................................................................................................................... 17
15.2 Cyclone Season................................................................................................................... 17
15.3 Cyclone Watch.................................................................................................................... 18
15.4 Cyclone Warning ................................................................................................................18
15.5 Cyclone Strike .....................................................................................................................19
15.6 Cyclone Recovery Plan – (Post all clear advice) ................................................................. 19
15.7 Post Season ........................................................................................................................ 19
16. PROCEDURE IN CASE OF A MEDICAL EMERGENCY ................................................................. 20
17. PROCEDURE IN CASE OF A BOMB THREAT ............................................................................. 20
17.1 Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 20
17.1.1 Threats.......................................................................................................................... 20
17.2 Evaluation............................................................................................................................. 21
17.3 In the case of an Evacuation Alert........................................................................................ 21
17.4 Out of working hours ........................................................................................................... 22
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18.
19.
20.
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
OTHER NON‐SPECIFIC EMERGENCIES .................................................................................... 22
CONTROLS .............................................................................................................................. 22
APPENDICES ............................................................................................................................ 23
Emergency Area Wardens.................................................................................................. 23
Cyclone Preparations ......................................................................................................... 23
Bomb threat checklist ........................................................................................................ 23
Pressure‐Immobilisation Bandaging ................................................................................. 23
Floor Plan of the ATRF........................................................................................................ 23
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LIST OF EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
Emergency Service
Phone number
EMERGENCY – FIRE/POLICE/AMBULANCE
0 ‐ 000
Ambulance (St Johns) (local)
Fire (Marrara)
Poisons Information Centre – Emergency
Poisons Information Centre – Local
Police (Casuarina)
8922 6200
8995 5222
131 126
8922 7341
131 444
ATRF EMERGENCY CONTACTS AND MANAGEMENT
Role
Name
Phone ‐
Work
Mobile
Email
Chief Emergency Warden
(NARU
Operations Manager)
Area Warden (NARU
Facilities & Services
Officer)
Area Warden (NARU
Admin Officer)
Area Warden (AIMS)
John Nai‐Smith
8920 9966
0488 687 493
john.nai‐smith@anu.edu.au
Dave Williams
8920 9996
0488 929 677
dave.willaims@anu.edu.au
Nicole Everett
8920 9998
0424 503 506
nicole.everett@anu.edu.au
Kirsty
McAllister
8920 9210
0413 497 890
kmcallister@aims.gov.au
Area Warden (NRETAS)
Megan English
8920 9207
0409 095 823
megan.english@nt.gov.au
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1.
PURPOSE
This document provides the Arafura Timor Research Facility “ATRF” with information and
understanding of emergency procedures. It is designed to provide information on how the
ATRF manages emergency risks and informs everyone about emergency safety measures.
2.
SCOPE
These procedures shall apply to all emergency occurrences and includes procedures for
evacuation for all employees, visitors, contractors and sub‐contractors.
3.
OBJECTIVES
There are four main objectives to the Emergency Procedures:
•
To ensure a comprehensive risk management process is applied across the ATRF;
•
To ensure all emergency safety issues are quickly and effectively contained and
resolved;
•
To ensure the ATRF complies with its legal obligations in relation to emergency
safety;
•
To ensure adequate training and information is provided on emergency safety to the
ATRF employees, visitors, contractors and sub‐contractors.
4.
DEFINITIONS
Employee: ATRF Employees:
•
•
•
•
Commonwealth Government Employees on business;
Contractors/Sub‐Contractors;
Approved students; and
Registered non‐ATRF employees (volunteers, official visitors)
5.
TYPES OF EMERGENCY
Different type of hazards and emergencies require different emergency procedures and
specific strategies. The types of hazards and emergencies that may impact on the ATRF site
include:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Fire – Section 10
Bush Fire – Section 10
Armed intrusion – Section 11
Civil disturbance – Section 11
Chemical, biological and radiological – Section 12
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f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
Hazardous substances incidents – Section 12
Toxic emission – Section 12
Severe weather including flood, storm, king tide – Section 13
Cyclone procedures – Section 14
Medical emergency – Section 15
Bomb threat – Section 16
Other non‐specific emergencies – Section 16
6.
EMERGENCY ASSEMBLY LOCATION
The primary assembly location is on the front lawn area at the entrance to the North
Australia Research Unit on Ellengowan Drive. Refer to Emergency Evacuation Plans.
7.
TERMINATING EMERGENCY RESPONSE
In consultation with the Emergency Services, the Chief Emergency Warden will give the All
Clear declaration.
A debriefing session will be held soon after the evacuation for all Emergency Officers and
Emergency Area Wardens in order to discuss any problems and to gather feedback from
employees and participating emergency services. This feedback will enable further
improvements to occur.
8.
REFERENCES
Australian Standards – AS 3745‐2002, 3745‐2002 Amdt 1‐2004 & Amdt 1‐2005
AIMS Procedures – General Emergency Procedures HS‐14 Edition1
ANU Policies – Procedure – Emergency Procedures in Buildings
9.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Chief Emergency Warden (white helmet)
In an Emergency:
•
Respond immediately to an alarm and proceed to ATRF reception to take charge. If
the reception area cannot be used, a secondary location will be designated;
•
Ascertain the nature, location and scope of the emergency;
•
Ensure the appropriate response is initiated;
•
Ensure Emergency Services has been notified Consider the use of a secondary muster
point if deemed necessary;
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•
Coordinate and monitor the response to the emergency;
•
If necessary, initiate evacuation and controlled entry to the affected areas;
•
Liaise with Emergency Officers and Emergency Area Wardens;
•
Assume control of occupants of the whole building until Emergency Services and/or
Bomb squad unit arrives;
•
Brief Emergency Services upon their arrival on type, scope and location of the
emergency and thereafter act on their instructions; and
•
Any other action as considered necessary.
Post‐Event
•
Notify Emergency Officers and Emergency Area Wardens when the incident is
rendered safe;
•
Implement the recovery phase of the emergency plan, if appropriate;
•
Organise a debrief with Emergency personnel and Emergency Services; and
•
Compile a report for the ATRF Users/OHS Group and the ATRF Governance Board
Position/Responsibilities:
•
Administer up‐to‐date lists of Emergency Area Wardens;
•
Remain contactable for emergency purposes, whilst on‐site;
•
Implement staff training and evacuation drills;
•
Assist the ATRF Users/OHS Group to develop an effective emergency plan for the
ATRF; and
•
Attend User/OHS Group meetings
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Deputy Chief Emergency Warden (red helmet)
In an Emergency:
•
Will under‐study the Chief Emergency Warden and assume these duties and
responsibilities whenever the Chief Emergency Warden is absent (this will normally
be the first emergency officer to the fire panel);
•
If safe to do so, search the building and advise occupants to evacuate. Close doors as
progressing from one area to another.;
•
Ensure personnel remain in emergency assembly area;
•
Advise Chief Emergency Warden once building is cleared or of any anomalies;
•
Assist the Chief Emergency Warden; and
•
Initiate a secondary count of all persons present by the Emergency Area Warden.
Use visitor log and specific area knowledge to identify any person who may be
missing.
Post‐event:
•
Report actions taken during incident for debrief.
Position/Responsibility:
•
Attend User/OHS Group meetings.
Emergency Area Warden (red helmet)
In an emergency:
•
Raise alarm and implement the emergency procedures for their area;
•
Collect radio, clipboard, floor plan & pen from office
•
Ensure the appropriate Emergency Services have been notified;
•
Commence evacuation if circumstances warrant this;
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•
Search all rooms and offices in their area of responsibility and ensure all employees
and visitors have vacated. Close all fire doors, doors and windows (where safe to do
so);
•
Ensure orderly flow of persons towards exits;
•
Assist mobility‐impaired persons;
•
Act as leader of group moving to assembly area;
•
Report immediately to Emergency Officer that their area has been vacated of all
personnel and to establish good communications; and
•
Assist Emergency Officers to undertake secondary count of persons present. Use
visitor log and specific area knowledge to identify any person who may be missing.
Post‐event:
•
Report actions taken during incident for debrief.
Position/Responsibilities:
•
Know their area of responsibility and area control point:
•
Constant temperature rooms where people could be located;
•
Egress and alternative passageways and ensure egress passageways are not blocked
by equipment on a frequent basis
•
Know where extinguishers and fire hoses are located and know how they operate;
•
Ensure employees/visitors know the Emergency Area Wardens;
•
Ensure all employees/visitors in their area are aware of evacuation procedures and
exit points;
•
Know of any persons who may need assistances in an emergency evacuation eg. With
a disability, mobility impairment; and
•
Ensure the safety station in their designated area is inspected monthly and fully
stocked and functional.
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First Aid Officers
In an emergency:
•
If safe to do so, collect a first aid kit and take to the emergency assembly area;
•
Provide first aid assistance until Emergency Services arrive and thereafter act upon
their instructions; and
•
Report any injuries to the Chief Emergency Warden and complete all relevant
paperwork.
Employees:
In an emergency:
•
•
Ensure they know their Emergency Area Wardens and contact them in an
emergency;
Know the evacuation procedures;
•
Know the emergency alarm system;
10.
FIRE PROCEDURES
10.1
In the case of a fire:

People’s safety comes before any attempts to save property;

Alert persons nearby and request assistance;

Check for people in all rooms in the immediate vicinity

Call Fire Brigade on 0‐000 give details of fire location, access, type of fire;

Advise NARU reception 8920 9999 (ext 999) and notify of the fire and its
location (NB NARU reception will notify the Chief Emergency Warden who will
activate the warning system and initiate any action required to safeguard
persons and property (during work hours)

If safe to do so use a fire extinguisher to extinguish the fire

Close all doors and windows to confine hazardous area, then evacuate.
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IMPORTANT - Raise alarm and alert others
Assist others to leave the building
Only extinguish fires if safe to do so
10.2
Evacuation ‐ Warning System
The warning system has a distinct tone:
Once the alarm is given, Emergency Area Wardens shall commence evacuation of their areas of
responsibility and close all doors and windows;
10.3

Don’t panic

At all times during an emergency follow the instructions of the Emergency
Wardens.

If possible take hand held personal belongings (such as handbags and brief
cases) with you when you leave. Do not return to collect belongings unless
the all clear has been given.

Walk to the nearest exit and assemble at the emergency assembly area;

Emergency Area Wardens are the last to leave their area. After a final search
of their area, they should leave by the nearest exit and make their way to the
Chief Emergency Warden (white helmet) in the assembly area

Emergency Area Wardens must inform Chief Emergency Warden that their
area has been searched and evacuated. This must be done using a completed
floor plan and marking off all areas that were thoroughly searched

Do not return inside until the all clear signal is given by the Chief Emergency
Warden.
Out of working hours
Leave the building insuring that all other personal have vacated the ATRF, move to
assembly area, call 000 to report the fire alarm, contact the campus on call duty
officer 0427227066.
10.4
Can you fight the fire?

If safe to do so and if trained in the use of the equipment – attempt to
extinguish the fire

Choose the correct fire extinguisher. Do not use water or foam on an
electrical fire.
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
Do not extinguish the fire alone, ensure a “buddy” is nearby to give help if
necessary.
Be aware of:



smoke inhalation;
an escape route so that you retreat safely; and
water damage and the risk of electrocution.
10.5
Types of fire extinguishers
10.6
Use of Fire Extinguishers


Always face the fire. A fire can suddenly flare‐up, so never turn your back to
it.
Ensure that you have a clear exit and that there is no possibility of your escape
being blocked. You should have a “buddy” nearby to help pull you clear, if
necessary.
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
Prepare the fire extinguisher and test it before you approach the fire.
Fire extinguishers are operated as in the P A S S formula:
P
A
S
S
PULL the pin (often fixed by plastic bead; broken by a firm pull on the clip).
AIM the nozzle towards fire.
SQUEEZE the handle to release contents through nozzle
SWEEP the nozzle to direct extinguishing agent back and forth across the fire.
For Water extinguishers, aim the jet low, at he seat of the fire, sweeping back and forth. When
the fire is out, continue dousing the area to cool the materials for some time. Finish by a fine
spray, using a finger over the nozzle. Beware that the fire does not flare up again from the
embers. Be cautious of the dangers from smoke created during the extinguishing process and
try to avoid it. DO NOT USE NEAR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
For Foam extinguishers, use on flammable liquids, sweep back and forth above the fire, allowing
the foam to fall lightly on top of the burning liquid. Avoid spraying the foam forcefully as this
may further spread the flammable liquid. DO NOT USE NEAR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
For CO2 extinguishers, ensure that you hold the nozzle by its insulated handle, since carbon
dioxide freezes the nozzle as it is released under pressure. Frostbite is possible (even in Darwin).
Spray the cloud of gas forward, sweeping across the fire, making sure that the treated area does
not reignite. CO2 may raise your heartbeat, even more than from the excitement of the fire, so
don’t stay too long in the area and ventilate the room as soon as it is safe.
For Dry Power extinguishers, sweep the cloud of powder toward the base of the fire. Since dry
chemicals are just flame quenching agents, ensure that you attain complete suppression of all
re‐ignition sources. THIS IS MOST IMPORTANT TO AVOID FLASH‐BACK OF THE FIRE, for example
with flammable liquid spread over a wide area. Dry chemicals leave a residue, which can
become a conductor of electricity if it absorbs water vapour – beware! Dry powder forced out
under pressure, produces a cloud of fine dust which may reduce immediate visibility.
10.7
Emergency Evacuation Drills
Emergency Evacuation Drills will be carried out annually (minimum requirement). The purpose
of these exercises is to provide education to all building occupants in the correct manner of
evacuating the buildings in the event of a fire and to meet ATRF’s obligations. A record will be
kept of each emergency evacuation drill.
All evacuations will be conducted by the Chief Emergency Warden and/or the Emergency
Officers.
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10.8
Training
The Chief Emergency Warden will arrange regular emergency safety training at intervals of not
greater than two years. These will concentrate on general, first response and evacuation
coordination.
General
All employees need to be aware of, and familiar with, escape routes from the building, their use
and the correct procedure to follow in the event of an emergency.
First Response
The most prevalent type of emergency is a fire. Employees need to be aware of the emergency
procedures and their responsibilities. The acronym RACE is an easy way to remember these
responsibilities.
R
A
C
E
Remove occupants from immediate danger
Alert nearby persons and call 000
Confine fire and smoke. Close windows and doors (if safe); and
Extinguish or control fire (if safe to do so).
Evacuation Coordination
Every twelve months, an evacuation of the building will be carried out in accordance with the
emergency plan to determine their validity. An emergency planning committee will review the
findings of this evacuation and develop the procedures further if problem areas are identified.
Furthermore, a regular training schedule will be planned to ensure all new employees receive
general evacuation instruction:
11.

Two days after the person starts working in the building;

Within every 12 months to each person working in the building; and

Within one month where changes have occurred to the location of a fire safety
reference point; eg changes to evacuation diagrams, procedures for evacuating
the building safely.
PROCEDURE IN CASE OF ARMED/UNARMED INTRUSION/CIVIL
DISTURBANCE, SELF HARM
Under no circumstances should any person place themselves in further jeopardy.
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Unarmed Confrontation
If safe to do so:

Advise the Chief Emergency Warden

Maintain your safety

Wait for assistance to arrive

Contact the Emergency Services (Police) if required and state nature of incident,
location, your name and position and a return contact telephone number.
Armed Confrontation
If possible:
12.

Contact the Police 0‐000

State nature of incident, location, your name and position and a return contact
telephone number

Advise the Chief Emergency Warden;


Stay out of danger if not directly involved. Leave the area if possible or take
cover;
Obey the offender’s instructions. Only do what you are told;

Do not volunteer information; and

Observe and record as much information as possible (age, height, clothing,
speech, accent, distinguishing features, mannerism, complexion, hair, eyes
PROCEDURE IN CASE OF A CHEMICAL, BIOLOGICAL, RADIOLOGICAL,
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE OR TOXIC INCIDENT
Raise the alarm

Ensure the immediate safety of anyone within the vicinity of the spill

Deploy spill containment kits ASAP

Evacuate the immediate area around the spill

Report the spill to your supervisor or emergency area warden
Isolate the Hazard
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
Anyone who has been exposed must, if safe to do so, be moved to a
safe decontamination area. The treatment of serious injury must take
precedence over decontamination and containment. Contact 0‐000 for
life threatening injuries.

If unsure of the hazards presented and associated risks to safety and
health, consult your supervisor, or Safety Officer or OHS officer prior
to taking any action.

Restrict unnecessary movement into and through the area to avoid
spreading contamination.

Do not re‐enter the area until it has been decontaminated by
personnel trained and equipped specifically in chemical safety.

Evacuate the building as instructed to do so by the
personnel.

Walk quickly and calmly to the assembly area or as advised by the
emergency personnel.

Remain in the assembly area.

Await further instructions from the Chief Emergency Warden and/or
the Emergency Services; and

Do not return to the building until the all clear is announced by the
Chief Emergency Warden.
Clean up
Evacuate
13.
emergency
PROCEDURE FOR SNAKE BITES
Refer to Annexure D for factsheet on Pressure‐Immobilisation Bandaging (PIB).
Please also refer to website www.avru.org for further information on spider bites,
ants etc.
14.
PROCEDURE IN CASE OF A FLOOD, STORM OR KING TIDE
The weather conditions are continually monitored by the staff at NARU and any
decision made by the management to leave the ATRF will be communicated to all
personnel via email and internal systems (e.g phone or in person)
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15.
PROCEDURE FOR A TROPICAL CYCLONE
The ATRF cyclone plan sets out the complete procedures and counter disaster strategies for
the management of cyclones. The cyclone plan will be reviewed prior to, and implemented
at the start of each cyclone season, which begins on the 1st of November each year. The
cyclone plan includes procedures for Preseason, Cyclone Watch, Cyclone Warning, Cyclone
Strike, All Clear, Cyclone Recovery and Post Season stages.
This plan is the responsibility of ALL INDIVIDUALS at the ATRF.
15.1
15.2
Pre‐Season

Conduct review of cyclone plan.

Advise all staff of the cyclone season period and direct them to consult the
revised plan.

Purchase plastic drop sheets for covering desks and office furniture, etc.

Survey building and grounds for any required maintenance or loose objects;
action removal or repair.

Review specimens and items in storage; relocate or dispose of any redundant
specimens or items.

Organise all specimen and general storage areas.

Hold meeting with Scientific Oversight Committee and key lab users to
establish special needs, e.g. long duration experiments or critical specimens.

Establish decommissioning sequence for scientific equipment and the time
required to decommission.

All offices to be organised and files sorted and stored.

Make contact with other similar facilities to establish reciprocal access
arrangements for emergency specimen storage, etc

Review electronic file storage and backup procedures.

Ensure all backup systems (power, data, etc) are serviced and operational.

Establish a list of all cyclone relevant resources available e.g.; reverse osmosis
unit, generator, etc (resources may not be just for the benefit of ATRF)
Cyclone Season
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15.3
15.4

Maintain up to date activity and storage data, including special requirements
as detailed above.

Maintain watch of cyclone outlook.

Ensure that no activity or experiment is commenced that cannot be
terminated at the commencement of a cyclone watch.

Review if any equipment needs to be decommissioned.

Keep backup systems in operational condition.
Cyclone Watch

No new experiments or research activities to be commenced

Conclude all interruptible research activity.

Place notice on all laboratory entrance ways to advise that laboratories are
closed.

Confirm backup systems are operational and action appropriate backup
procedures.

Advise all office occupants to stow all loose items and cover desks with plastic
drop sheets.

Advise Governance Group of cyclone status and cyclone outlook.

Remove external furniture to internal storage.

Complete final preparations.

Note when next cyclone advice will be issued and check at that time.

Appoint and confirm single point of emergency contact and coordination.
Cyclone Warning

All normal operations to cease, final preparations to be completed. (see
Attachment: B)

Advise Governance Group of cyclone status and cyclone outlook.

Confirm that all preparations are complete and all areas secured.
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15.5
15.6
15.7

Compile list of people and their intended actions.

Advise all staff and associates of a single point of emergency contact.

Close building; advise all occupants they should go to cyclone shelters when
advised by radio (ABC Darwin 105.7fm); release all staff from duties.
Cyclone Strike

Shelter in immediate location and listen to local radio (ABC Darwin 105.7fm)
for advice.

Remain inside until all clear advice received.
Cyclone Recovery Plan – (Post all clear advice)

Health and wellbeing of all ATRF associated people is to be checked, attended
to, and recorded.

Safety of building is to be inspected, rectified, and recorded. This may require
barricading buildings and areas from access.

The condition of all services is to be inspected and recorded.

All recorded information is to be provided to the ATRF Governance Group at
the first available opportunity.

Once initial safety, security and reporting requirements have been met, any
free capacity is to be made available to the wider community as may be required.
Post Season

Compile all information for the season and create file for the next season eg.
“Cyclone Season 2009/2010”.

Review cyclone season and procedures to establish lessons learnt from the
season.

Review cyclone procedure (superseded plans must be crossed “Superseded”
or destroyed).

Schedule preseason review and implementation of cyclone plan.
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16.

Stow all cyclone items.

Dispose of redundant specimens and/or unneeded items.
PROCEDURE IN CASE OF A MEDICAL EMERGENCY
In the event of a medical emergency:
 If life threatening call 0‐000
give assistance to the injured person and make them comfortable;
 if the injury is as a result of a fall, do not move the person. Where possible do not
leave the injured person unattended.
 Give basic first aid as required (within your capabilities) and seek assistance from
designated first aid trained personnel;
 Inform your supervisor of the incident.
17.
PROCEDURE IN CASE OF A BOMB THREAT
Taken from AS3745‐2002
17.1 Introduction
The bomb threat is a serious public nuisance of modern times. Each one could be a prank or
a warning of an impending bomb attack. Usually, they are committed by individuals seeking
to create a state of alarm and confusion on an otherwise peaceful organisation. The problem
can be minimized by proper planning and nomination of appropriate decision‐making
authorities.
NOTE: Care should be exercising with cellular phones, radio sets and any other equipment
producing radio waves in situations where explosive devices are suspected. Such equipment
should not be used until clearance is given by the attending bomb technicians.
17.1.1 Threats
The threats may be in one of the following forms:
(a)
Written threat: If a bomb threat is received in writing, it should be kept,
including any envelope or container. Once a message is recognised as a bomb
threat, further unnecessary handling should be avoided. Every possible effort
has to be made to retain evidence such as possible fingerprints, handwriting
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or typewriting, paper and postmarks. Such evidence should be protected by
placing it in an envelope (preferably a plastic envelope).
17.2
(b)
Telephone threat: An accurate analysis of the telephone threat can provide
valuable information on which to base recommendations, action and
subsequent investigation. The person receiving the bomb threat by
telephone should NOT HANG UP (this assists in call tracing) and, as soon as
possible, complete the information required by a bomb threat checklist
(Appendix 3). A bomb threat checklist shall be held by persons who regularly
accept incoming telephone calls.
(c)
Suspect object: A suspect object is any object found on the premises and
deemed a possible threat by virtue of its characteristics, location and
circumstances.
Evaluation
Following an analysis of information received, the chief warden, or in his absence the deputy
chief warden should categorize the bomb threats which may be either specific or nonspecific as follows:
(a)
Specific threat: the caller will provide more detailed information, which could
include statements describing the device, why it was placed, its location, the time of
activation and other details. Although less common, the specific threat is the more
credible.
(b)
Non‐specific threat: an individual may make a simple statement to the effect that a
device has been placed. Generally very little, if any, additional detail is conveyed
before the caller terminates the conversation.
The non‐specific threat is the more common, but neither can be immediately discredited
without investigation. In other words, every threat has to be treated as genuine until proven
otherwise. Evaluation involves assessing one of four possible alternatives:
(i) take no further action;
(ii) search without evacuation;
(iii) evacuate and search; or
(iv) evacuate (without search)
Each of these options will have advantages and disadvantages related to safety, speed of
search, thoroughness, productivity and morale, and has to be assessed against the potential
risk.
17.3
In the case of an Evacuation Alert
People’s safety comes before any attempts to save property:
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Alert persons nearby and request assistance;
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Check for people in all rooms in the immediate vicinity;
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Call the Admin Officer at NARU on 8920 9998 (ext 098) and notify of
threat/hazard and its location; and
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Leave all doors and windows open to reduce the blast effect and evacuate.
IMPORTANT
Don’t panic, be calm, but act decisively
Use common sense, DO NOT ENTER BUILDINGS when evacuation tone is sounding
The NARU Admin Officer will contact:
1. Chief Emergency Warden will start the evacuation procedures
2. Emergency services, and give details of the threat/hazard
The Chief Emergency Warden shall initiate the action required to safeguard persons and
property.
17.4
Out of working hours
Contact the campus after hours on call officer on 0427 227 066 for instructions.
18.
OTHER NON‐SPECIFIC EMERGENCIES
In the event of any other non‐specific emergency, the alarm will sound indicating an immediate
evacuation of all areas within the ATRF including residential accommodation and out‐buildings.
19. CONTROLS
These procedures will be reviewed by the ATRF Users Operations/OHS Group every 12
months, whenever NT Fire, Police & Emergency Services update or change their procedures or
after any form of emergency as part of the debrief.
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20.
APPENDICES
A Emergency Area Wardens
B Cyclone Preparations
C Bomb threat checklist
D Pressure‐Immobilisation Bandaging
E Floor Plan of the ATRF
APPENDIX A: EMERGENCY AREA WARDENS
Area
NARU/ATRF
NARU/ATRF
NARU/ATRF
ATRF
Warden
John Nai‐Smith
Dave Willaims
Nicole Everett
Kirsty McAllister
Hat
White – Chief Warden
Red – Area Warden
Red – Area Warden
Red – Area Warden
Extension
966
996
998
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APPENDIX B – CYCLONE ADVICE
Suggested email auto response:
“As part of preparations for tropical cyclone (name) all normal operations at the Arafura
Timor Research Facility have ceased. Your email will be attended to when normal operations
recommence.
For urgent (life threatening) matters only please contact the Operations Manager, John Nai‐
Smith on mobile 0427 227 066 or on satellite phone 0147 165 968, or the Northern Territory
Emergency Services on 8922 3630.”
Suggested voicemail response:
“As part of preparations for tropical cyclone (name) all normal operations at the Arafura
Timor Research Facility have ceased. Your phone message will be attended to when normal
operations recommence.
For urgent (life threatening) matters only please contact the Operations Manager, John Nai‐
Smith on mobile 0427 227 066 or on satellite phone 0147 165 968, or the Northern Territory
Emergency Services on 8922 3630.”
Notice for door:
“ADVICE OF OFFICE CLOSURE
This notice has been issued at (time) AM/PM, (Day / Date)
Due to the Cyclone Warning current for Darwin, and in accordance with the ATRF Cyclone
Plan, this building has been closed.
To contact the ATRF, please ring the Operations Manager, John Nai‐Smith
On mobile 0427 227 066 “As part of preparations for tropical cyclone (name) all normal
operations at the Arafura Timor Research Facility have ceased. Your email will be attended
to when normal operations recommence.
For urgent (life threatening) matters only please contact the Operations Manager, John Nai‐
Smith on mobile 0427 227 066 or on satellite phone 0147 165 968”
APPENDIX C – BOMB THREAT CHECK LIST FOR TELEPHONE OPERATORS
ANNEXURE D – FACTSHEET PRESSURE IMMOBILISATION BANDAGING
Bandaging (PIB)
The principle of pressure-immoblisation bandaging as a first aid measure is to
prevent the spread of toxins through the body. This is done by applying enough pressure
to compress the lymph vessels, and by preventing movement of the affected limb.
Correct application of the technique can buy valuable time to get the patient to medical
assistance.
First Aid for Bites to the Lower Limb
As soon as possible, apply a broad pressure bandage from
below the bite site, upward on the affected limb (starting at the
fingers or toes, bandaging upward as far as possible). Leave
the tips of the fingers or toes unbandaged to allow the victim’s
circulation to be checked. Do not remove pants or trousers,
simply bandage over the top of the clothing.
Bandage firmly as for a sprained ankle, but not so tight that
circulation is prevented. Continue to bandage upward from
the lower portion of the bitten limb.
Apply the bandage as far up the limb as possible to
compress the lymphatic vessels
It is vital to now apply a splint. Bind a stick or suitable rigid item
over the initial bandage to splint the limb. Secure the splint to
the bandaged limb by using another bandage, (if another
bandage is not available, use clothing strips or similar to bind).
It is very important to keep the bitten limb still
Bind the splint firmly, to as much of the limb as possible, to
prevent muscle, limb and joint movement. This will help restrict
venom movement. Seek urgent medical assistance now that
first aid has been applied.
First Aid for Bites to the Upper Limb
1. As soon as possible, apply a broad pressure bandage from
the fingers of the affected arm, bandaging upward as far
as possible. Bandage the arm with the elbow in a bent
position, to ensure the victim is comfortable with their arm
in a sling. Leave the tips of the fingers unbandaged to
allow the victim’s circulation to be checked.
2. Bind a splint along the forearm.
3. Use a sling to further prevent limb movement.