Background

A comprehensive review of the Western Australian Community Evacuation in Emergencies Guideline (Guideline), State EM Policy 5.7 and State EM Plan 5.3.2 arrangements is currently underway to ensure they are fit for purpose.

Further information regarding the progress of the review can be found on the Western Australia Community Evacuation in Emergencies page.

As part of the comprehensive review, feedback is being sought from Incident Controllers. The operational insights and feedback provided will assist in the development of revised arrangements which will then undergo broad consultation across the emergency management sector.

Estimated completion time 15 - 20 minutes.

Incident Controllers

Incident Controllers (ICs) play a critical role in community evacuation. Their responsibilities include: