Healthcare facilities present unique challenges because patients may be immobile, under sedation or reliant on life supporting equipment. AS 4083:2010 outlines specific requirements for managing emergencies in healthcare environments.
Why Healthcare Evacuations Are Complex
Facilities contain high occupant loads, vulnerable individuals, specialised equipment, long corridors, multiple departments and continuous 24 hour operations.
Types of Healthcare Evacuations
Horizontal evacuation moves people to safer areas on the same floor.
Vertical evacuation moves people between levels.
Total evacuation moves occupants outside when the building can no longer be occupied.
Zoning and Prioritisation
Evacuation prioritisation must consider mobility, proximity to danger and medical dependency.
Importance of Wardens
Wardens coordinate movement, communicate with clinical staff, manage visitors and report conditions to the Chief Warden.
Diagrams and Training
Clear evacuation diagrams and scenario based training tailored to healthcare conditions support safe and efficient movement.
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EvacServices provides healthcare specific Emergency Management Plans, diagrams and Warden Training in alignment with AS 4083:2010 and AS 3745:2010.
