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NDIS and Emergency / Disaster Management
NDIS and Emergency / Disaster Management The intersection of Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and emergency management is crucial in ensuring that individuals with disabilities are adequately supported during emergencies such as natural...
Using technology to mitigate workplace violence and aggression
Violence and Aggression in the Workplace: Understanding, Prevention, and Solutions Using Technology to Respond to Duress Situations In today's rapidly evolving world, technology plays an increasingly vital role in enhancing safety and security, particularly in...
Lockdown Drills in Australia – do you practice them?
Practicing lockdown drills is essential for ensuring the safety and preparedness of students, staff, and faculty in schools, workplaces, or any other public institutions. These drills help individuals know how to respond in case of an emergency. Whilst thankfully in...
Evacuation Diagrams/Maps
Evacuation maps are essential tools for ensuring safety and preparedness during emergencies. Here are some key points highlighting their importance. Facilitates Quick and Safe Exits Evacuation maps clearly indicate the safest and most efficient routes to exit a...
Business Continuity Plans
In today’s often unpredictable business environment, ensuring the continuity of your business and its services during disruptions is crucial. Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) are essential tools designed to help organisations maintain essential functions, minimise...
Australian Standard AS3745 – Planning for emergencies in facilities
The Australian Standard AS 3745: "Planning for emergencies in facilities" is a comprehensive guideline for preparing, managing, and responding to emergencies in various types of facilities. It establishes a framework to ensure the safety of occupants and visitors and...
Emergency Evacuation Drills: Essential for Safety and Preparedness
In any environment, whether a workplace, school, or public venue, the safety of individuals during an emergency is paramount. Emergency evacuation drills are a crucial part of ensuring preparedness and minimising risks when unforeseen events occur. These exercises...
Bushfire Survival Plans: Preparing for the unpredictable
Bushfire Survival Plans are as applicable for businesses as they are for homes, if your business operates in or near a Bushfire Prone Area. Bushfires are a natural part of many ecosystems, but their intensity and frequency can have devastating consequences for people,...
The Value of Using a Specialist
In an increasingly complex and unpredictable world, effective emergency management planning is essential for protecting lives, property, and the environment. From natural disasters like severe weather events (storms and floods), bush and grass fires to manmade...