EMERGENCY EVACUATION DIAGRAMS
In accordance with the building fire safety regulations, SAFEJOB is able to create Emergency Evacuation Diagrams to suit your buildings requirements. Our diagrams always present as neat, organised and functional documents. We adhear to the Australian standard AS3745 - 2010 (amended 2014). We are keenly interested in producing evacuation diagrams that fit your corporate identity.
All evacuation diagrams can be completed remotely, just supply the floorplan and we can do the rest quickly and effeciently.
Evacuation plan created - Included at no extra charge
Safety meeting documented - Included at no extra charge
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EVACUATION DIAGRAMS
Emergency Evacuation Diagrams are vital to show fire and evacuation information to your occupants and visitors. This is an Australian Standard requirement as part of your facility’s evacuation plan, in accordance with AS 3745-2010 & failure to adhere can result in penalties up to $30,000. Fire Evacuation Diagrams need to clearly show evacuation procedures, fire & safety equipment, designated exits, details of emergency assembly areas & more.
Evacuation diagrams help to:
- Prevent personal injuries
- Provide clarity and direction when moving to an assembly area during an emergency
- Prevent loss of lives in the event of an emergency
- Reduce effects if an amergency
- Reduce interruptions to business
- Prevent damage to property
AUSTRALIAN REQUIREMENTS
AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS FOR EVACUATION DIAGRAMS
Australian Standard AS 3745-2010 Clause 3.5.5 lists a range of elements which must be included in an evacuation diagram.
- You Are Here symbol
- Designated exit points and evacuation paths- Fire extinguishers and types
- Fire blankets
- Validity Date (this is slightly different for Queensland)
- A symbol legend
- Location of the workplace & site address/facility name if applicable
- “EVACUATION DIAGRAM” heading
- Assembly point location either written or in a picture
What are the requirements for evacuation diagrams?
Australian Standards sets specific requirements in terms of the design and location of evacuation diagrams. We outline those below, and they should be placed by the Emergency Planning Committee.
The EPC plays a role in determining the number and location of evacuation diagrams needed. It should consist of at least two members with responsibilities that include developing, implementing, and maintaining the emergency plan in a building or facility.
- Location
- Position
- Orientation
- Minimum components
- Optional components
- Dimensions
- Symbols
Evacuation diagrams must be on display in locations where visitors and occupants can easily see them, but not on fire doors. On entrance doors to hotel rooms or apartments On fire stairs On fire-rated walls and smoke doors
Place the safety diagram at a position not lower than 1200 mm and not higher than 1600 mm from the floor.
Make sure that the evacuation diagram has the correct orientation with respect to the direction of the egress. The location of the “You are Here” point needs to be accurate as well. The assembly area diagram, if included, should also have the same orientation as the rest of the diagram.
Australian Standard AS 3745-2010 specifies the range of components that must be part of the evacuation diagram. This includes designated exits, the location where the diagram is installed, and firefighting equipment.
Additional information such as other emergency information and equipment, can also be included. However, it is not mandatory. The Emergency Planning Committee will consider these optional components.
The evacuation diagram’s minimum size is A4 (approximately 210 mm by 297 mm). The graphic representation of the area or floor should be at least 200 mm by 150 mm. This equates to an area of at least 30,000 mm2.
Australian Standard AS 3745-2010 Appendix E gives examples of symbols that can be in evacuation diagrams. Always remember that Appendix E is an informative appendix. Note, however, that the details in this section are for reference only. This doesn’t need to be followed to be compliant with Australian Standard AS 3745-2010.
