Evacuation Diagrams

While AS 3745-2010 and AS 4083-2010 are not laws, compliance with them helps meet legal obligations under workplace health and safety (WHS) laws, fire safety regulations, and emergency planning requirements. Most businesses and healthcare facilities must follow these standards to ensure safety and compliance.

Evacuation diagrams should be reviewed at least every 5 years, or sooner if:

• The building layout changes
• Emergency procedures are updated
• Fire equipment locations change
• The Emergency Control Organisation (ECO) structure is modified

 Yes. In addition to standard evacuation requirements, healthcare facilities must consider:

• Patient movement procedures
• Safe zones for vulnerable individuals
• Coordination with medical teams and external emergency responders
• Evacuation strategies for life-support-dependent patients

AS 3745-2010 applies to all workplaces and facilities, covering general emergency planning, evacuation diagrams, and the responsibilities of the Emergency Control Organisation (ECO).

AS 4083-2010 is specific to healthcare facilities and includes additional requirements for patient care, medical equipment management, and emergency coordination with healthcare professionals.

To ensure compliance with AS 3745-2010 and AS 4083-2010, we provide accredited training in:

• PUAFER005 – Operate as Part of an Emergency Control Organisation (for wardens responding to emergencies)
• PUAFER007 – Manage an Emergency Control Organisation (for chief wardens and emergency managers)

This training equips staff with the necessary skills to respond effectively during emergencies, conduct evacuations, and manage emergency procedures.

 Yes. We provide compliance audits to assess whether your facility meets the requirements of AS 3745-2010 and AS 4083-2010. This includes:

• Reviewing existing evacuation diagrams
• Assessing emergency plans and procedures
• Identifying gaps in compliance
• Providing recommendations for improvements