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Emergency Procedures: Dangerous Goods Fire, Spills, Leaks

It is important that all staff and visitors in your buildings will know what to do in case of fire or emergency. Below is an outline of emergency procedures for dangerous goods related incidents which can be displayed around your premises. See also our 'Fire Orders' for general Fires.

Print Version of Emergency Procedures - Dangerous Goods Fire, Spill, Leaks (pdf 232k)

1. Assist persons in immediate danger -
ONLY IF SAFE TO DO SO

 Assist persons in immediate danger
2. Restrict the danger area/s -
ONLY IF SAFE TO DO SO		 Restrict the danger area/s
3. Phone 000
Ask for Fire Brigade, Police or Ambulance
Give operator clear details of location and incident

 Phone 000
4. Attend to the Emergency - Trained Persons only
ONLY IF SAFE TO DO SO
(Use appropriate emergency action)		 Attend to the Emergency - Trainined Persons only
5. Evacuate to the nominated assembly area remaining clear of the danger area Evacuate to the nominated assembly area remaining clear of the danger area.
6. Remain at assembly area and ensure everybody is accounted for Remain at assembly area and ensure everybody is accounted for.
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