01
DO THIS NOW
Immediate actions
- 1
Follow warden, site and official emergency instructions.
- 2
Shelter away from windows or evacuate using the nominated safe route.
- 3
Use stairs; avoid lifts when power, fire systems or building safety may be affected.
- 4
Account for workers, contractors and visitors at the nominated location.
- 5
Keep clear of floodwater, downed lines, broken glass and damaged structures.
- 6
Report blocked exits, damage, missing people or anyone needing assistance.
02
RECOGNISE
Signs and triggers
- Official warning, emergency alert or warden instruction
- Extreme wind, hail, lightning, flood, bushfire smoke or earthquake
- Broken glass, water entry, falling objects or building movement
- Loss of access, power, communications or safe egress
!
DO NOT
Actions that increase the risk
- Do not cross or drive through floodwater.
- Do not shelter beside windows or unsecured objects.
- Do not use damaged stairs, lifts or exits.
- Do not evacuate into the path of the hazard.
- Do not re-enter until authorised.
03
SUPPORTING RESPONSE
Role-based actions
Wardens
- Direct occupants to the approved shelter or safe exit for the hazard.
- Assist people under personal emergency arrangements and report accountability.
Facilities / security
- Monitor building systems, access routes and official warnings.
- Isolate affected spaces and provide responder access without entering unsafe areas.
Incident controller
- Decide shelter, early closure or evacuation using the approved plan and official direction.
- Maintain communications and account for all occupants.
04
EMERGENCY-SERVICES HANDOVER
Information to provide
- Hazard type, warning level and time received
- Occupants accounted for, missing or needing assistance
- Building damage, water, smoke, electrical or glass hazards
- Blocked and available exits/access routes
- Critical system and communication status
- Shelter or assembly location in use
05
WHEN THE IMMEDIATE DANGER HAS PASSED
Recovery and reporting
- Wait for official and site authorisation before return.
- Have affected structure, electrical, fire and building systems assessed.
- Keep people away from contaminated water and unstable materials.
- Record warnings, decisions, accountability and damage.
- Review accessibility, communication and shelter/evacuation triggers.
Approved reference sources
This draft must be checked against the site emergency plan, OEM procedures, SDS, local law and emergency-service direction.
Safe Work Australia — Emergency plans and procedures↗NSW SES — NSW State Flood Plan↗