Emergency response procedures

Heart attack, burns, cuts/lacerations, asthma or pre-existing condition etc.

Remain calm. Don't panic

Stop - Assess - Act

Ask yourself - what has happened?  Can I be injured?

Danger – to you and patient

Response of patient

Airway – is it clear and unobstructed?

Breathing – is their chest rising?

Circulation – do they have a pulse?

Defibrillation – if an automatic external defibrillator (AED) is available, use it and follow prompts

Call an ambulance (0) 000 

State:

• Your contact number,
• Location,
• Nature of emergency,
• Identify yourself.

Call University Security 8201 2880

And give them the same information.

University Security will meet the ambulance and guide them to the correct location on the grounds.

Remain with the injured/ill person or contact your local first aider to assist until help arrives.

Remain calm. Don't panic

Stop - Assess - Act

If you discover a fire:

1   Alert people nearby and request assistance

2   Ring the Fire Service (0) 000
     or operate the nearest Break Glass Fire Alarm

3   Ring University Security 8201 2880

4   Exit the building to your Assembly Area, as directed by a Warden.

5   Do not use lifts

Rubbish fire, electrical fire, oil/fat fire, gas fire

Remain calm. Don't panic

Stop - Assess - Act

If there is a bushfire on or near the campus:

1. Close all windows and external doors

2. Remain, or go inside and await further instructions from Wardens, University Security or Emergency Services personnel

3. Do not evacuate from the campus or drive vehicles until or unless directed to do so by Wardens, University Security or Emergency Services personnel

Remain calm. Don't panic

Stop - Assess - Act

1   Alert people nearby and request assistance

2   Ring the Fire Service (0) 000. State

• Your contact number
• Location
• Nature of Substance
• Identify yourself

or operate the nearest  Break Glass Fire Alarm

3   Ring University Security 8201 2880

4   Keep people away from spill area if safe to do so (do not put yourself in danger)

5   Exit the building to your Assembly Area, as directed by a Warden. Do not use lifts

6   Remain in Assembly Area  until advised to leave the area.

Remain calm. Don't panic

Stop - Assess - Act

• Keep away from windows, mirrors & overhead fittings
• Do not use lifts
• Take cover under an internal door frame, table or bench 
• Keep well clear of buildings, walls, power lines, trees etc if outside
• Do not stand under awnings or parapets as they may collapse 
  
• Move to open ground when safe
• Do not use machines, lights, open flame appliances, lighters or matches, or electrical equipment when gas or fuel leaks are suspected
• Do not use the telephone unless there is serious injury or risk
• Avoid driving (keep roadways clear for emergency vehicles)
• Be prepared for after shocks

Remain calm. Don't panic

Stop - Assess - Act

Keep calm – don’t hang up – keep caller talking for as long as possible.

Questions to ask:

1.   When is the bomb going to explode? 

2.   Where did you put the bomb?

3.   When did you put it there?

4.   What kind of bomb is it?

5.   What does the bomb look like?

6.   What will make the bomb explode?

7.   Why did you place the bomb?

8.   Where are you?

9.   What is your name?

10. What is your address?

Remain calm. Don't panic

Stop - Assess - Act

Ring University Security  8201 2880

State:

• Your contact number
• Location
• Nature of threat
• Your name
• Description of person(s) involved

When alert signal sounds (Beep ...Beep...)

• Cease inter-floor movement
• Await further instructions via the PA or from the Warden

When evacuation signal sounds (whoop...whoop...)

• Proceed via the safest route to the assembly area. Do not use lifts.
• Assist mobility impaired people as necessary
• Follow the directions of the Warden(s)
• Do not re-enter the building until instructed to do so by persons in authority.

After hours

Outside of normal business hours, evacuate the building on hearing the alert or evacuation signal.