EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PROCEDURE

The purpose of this emergency preparedness procedure is to assist a user (employer) in creating and developing an emergency preparedness procedure for the organisation in order for the organisation to be prepared for and be able to recover quickly from, any unexpected emergencies that may arise, thereby preserving life and minimising the effects of business interruptions.

WHO NEEDS TO USE THIS?

This emergency preparedness procedure is intended for all companies who need to implement an emergency preparedness procedure within their organisation.

WHY IS THIS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PROCEDURE IMPORTANT?

This emergency preparedness procedure is important because it forms an integral part of organising, preparing for and minimising the effects of any emergencies that might arise through the location of the organisation or through the operations the organisation conducts. It covers both natural emergencies (floods, earthquakes, etc) and man-made emergencies (fires, explosions, accidental substance releases, etc).

In this way, an organisation can pro-actively prepare itself, its employees and other interested parties for any unexpected emergencies that may arise, potentially saving lives and reducing serious injuries and minimising the effects of those emergencies, improving employee welfare, ensuring business continuity and improving company reputation.

BASIC EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS PROCEDURE CONTENTS

This emergency preparedness procedure includes the following aspects:

Details of how to limit or control the effects of any potential emergencies that may occur on-site.

Details of facilitating emergency responses and providing emergency assistance on-site.

Details to ensure the communication of vital information in an accurate and efficient manner.

Details to assist contractors on-site to be prepared and be able to react quickly to any potential emergencies or incidents that may occur.

Details to facilitate the quick and efficient resumption of normal operations through pre-planned re-organisation and re-construction activities.

Details to provide for the training of employees, contractors and other interested parties, so they can be prepared for any emergencies arising.