An Emergency Management Plan is a critical compliance document that must remain current and effective. Many workplaces create an EMP once and rarely review it, creating major safety and compliance risks. AS 3745:2010 requires emergency procedures to be maintained and updated regularly.
Annual Review
Most workplaces should review and update their EMP every 12 months to ensure diagrams, procedures, emergency contacts, assembly areas and warden lists remain accurate.
Update After Workplace Changes
EMP updates are required when renovations occur, new equipment is installed, hazards change, departments move, staff turnover affects warden roles or new processes are introduced.
Update After Drills or Real Incidents
Evacuation drills reveal gaps in staff knowledge, timing, communication and equipment. Findings should be incorporated into an EMP update.
Seasonal and Regional Risks
High risk locations such as bushfire, flood or cyclone regions should review plans every six months.
Signs Your EMP Is Outdated
Old diagrams, unclear roles, incorrect contacts, changed layouts, outdated risk assessments and staff uncertainty indicate that the plan requires immediate review.
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