BUSHFIRE action Plans FOR Vulnerable developments

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Often referred to as either a 'vulnerable development' or a 'Special Fire Protection Purpose Development', these developments / facilities are generally occupied by people who are more susceptible to heat, smoke and other bush fire effects. Evacuating these people are more challenging because they may be physically or psychologically less able to relocate themselves or are unfamiliar with their surroundings.

These type of developments include; 

• schools
• child care centres
• retirement homes
• nursing homes
• group homes

These facilities are required to have emergency plans in place, however during a bush fire, these generic plans are likely not take into consideration  the factors for a bushfire emergency. The Bush Fire Emergency Plan, once developed, becomes a sub-plan and so the management structure remains the same.

Most Emergency Plans will only go as far as moving people from within a building out into the open. Considering that during a bushfire, outside will be hot and smokey. Is this really appropriate? We say no, so what are you going to do? Where are they going to go and how? This is where Fire Horizon can help.

We work with you & the local emergency services to assess the many different factors that will have an impact of the decision making process for the development, such as;

• how will a bush fire affect the development
• what are your options; stay in place or leave
• how much time do you need to relocate
• any shelter-in-place options
• occupant management strategies
• transport requirements & availability
• health and medical considerations

Don't put staff and occupants lives at risk, have a Bush Fire Emergency Plan so you are prepared. Being prepared will make all the difference during an emergency.

Tourist Facilities

Tourist facilities (caravan parks & hotels) are also be regarded as 'vulnerable developments' as they are often occupied by people that are unfamiliar with the local area or possibly don't speak english. So during a bush fire emergency, they will need guidance in where they are to go to seek shelter for evacuation.

Caravan parks are often located in some of the best locations in our bushland & near our beaches. These are great places to relax and unwind. These are also places that are most susceptible to the impacts of bushfires. Located at the end of a single road in & out through bushland, there needs to be options.

Fire Horizon will assist your caravan park or tourist facility to develop a Bush Fire Emergency Plan so the people enjoying you facility will have peace of mind. Prepare now with Fire Horizon.

Why Fire Horizon?

Developing a Bush Fire Emergency Plan requires a high level of understanding bush fire behaviour and operational planning to be able to address the many potential issues and considerations that need to be taken into account.

Our experience in bush fire planning and operation response allows us to better assess your development and prepare for a bush fire emergency.

FIRE HORIZON uses over 20 years of bush firefighting & management experience, so why not contact us firehorizon.au@gmail.com so we can help you.