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Augusta Margaret River
Local Emergency
Management Committee
Attachments
For the meeting to be held
Tuesday, 8 February 2022
Augusta Council Chambers
66 Allnut Terrace, Augusta
Commencing at 4.30pm
Attachment 8.1.1
Appendix 11
February 2022
Shire of Augusta Margaret River
Environmental Health
Emergency
Management Plan
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.au
Table of Contents
Welcome / Message ................................................................................................................ 3
Endorsements ......................................................................................................................... 4
Distribution List........................................................................................................................ 5
Amendment Record ................................................................................................................ 6
Glossary of Terms ................................................................................................................... 7
Acronyms ................................................................................................................................ 7
Purpose................................................................................................................................... 8
Aim .......................................................................................................................................... 8
Scope ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Related documents ............................................................................................................... 11
A comprehensive approach ................................................................................................... 12
Roles and responsibilities ...................................................................................................... 13
Acknowledgements ............................................................................................................... 15
Appendix A – Environmental Health emergency response kit................................................ 16
Appendix B – Contact lists..................................................................................................... 17
Appendix C – Supplier directory ............................................................................................ 18
Appendix D – Relief centres and public health considerations ............................................... 19
Appendix E – Impact assessment forms................................................................................ 28
Appendix F – Environmental Health emergency fact sheets .................................................. 29
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Welcome / Message
The environmental health response to an emergency involves the management of public
health consequences created as a result of the event, in addition to improving disaster
preparedness to respond to future events. The main elements considered in the response
include, but are not limited to:
• drinking water
• hazardous waste
• general waste
• sanitation
• food safety
• communicable diseases
• vector issues, and
• mass gatherings
Public health professionals, particularly Environmental Health Officers, are in the best position
to assess the public health impacts of disasters on communities and to evaluate the efficacy of
a response.
(Environmental health disaster management: a new approach)
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Environmental Health Emergency Management Plan
The Shire of Augusta Margaret River Environmental Health Emergency Management Plan has
been prepared in accordance with Section 41 of the Emergency Management Act 2005 and
forms a part of the local emergency management arrangements. This Environmental Health
Emergency Management Plan been endorsed by the Shire of Augusta Margaret River Local
Emergency Management Committee and the Council of the Shire of Augusta Margaret River.
The Environmental Health Emergency Management Plan has been tabled for noting with the
South West District Emergency Management Committee and the Office of Emergency
Management.
____________________________________________ _______________________
Presiding Member Date
Shire of Augusta Margaret River LEMC
____________________________________________ _______________________
Endorsed by Council Date
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Distribution List
ORGANISATION / OFFICER NUMBER OF COPIES
Shire President / Deputy President (LEMC Chair) 1
Shire Chief Executive Officer 1
Director Corporate and Community Services 1
Manager Human and Community Services 1
Community Emergency Services Manager 1
Coordinator Ranger Services 1
Executive Officer South West DEMC 1
District Advisor DEMC 1
Office of Emergency Management 1
Department of Health, Western Australia 1
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Amendment Record
Suggestions and comments from the community and stakeholders can help improve the plan
and subsequent amendments.
Feedback can include
1. what you do or do not like about the plan.
2. unclear or incorrect expression.
3. out of date information or practices.
4. inadequacies.
5. errors, omissions or suggested improvements.
To provide feedback on the arrangements, copy the relevant section of this document, mark the
proposed changes and forward it to:
The Chairperson
Local Emergency Management Committee
Shire of Augusta Margaret River
PO Box 61
MARGARET RIVER WA 6285
Alternatively, email to amrshire@amrshire.wa.gov.au
NUMBER DATE AMENDMENT SUMMARY AUTHOR
1 October 2019 First Issue C McAtee
2 April 2020 Updated C McAtee
3 July 2021 Updated C McAtee
4 Rebrand of Document
February 2022 Updated Internal Staff L Garstone
Contact Details
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Glossary of Terms
Terminology used throughout this document shall have the meaning as prescribed in either
Section 3 of the Emergency Management Act 2005 or as defined in the State EM Glossary or
the WA Emergency Risk Management Guide with the exception of:
Authorised officer which means a person designated as an authorised officer under Section
24 of the Public Health Act 2016; and
Emergency officer which means an authorised officer or other person who is authorised by the
Chief Health Officer under Section 174(2) of the Public Health Act 2016.
Acronyms
ACRONYM TERMINOLOGY
DoH Department of Health Western Australia
EHEMP Environmental Health Emergency Management Plan
EHO Environmental Health Officer
HMA Hazard Management Agency
IC Incident Controller
IDEMP Infectious Disease Emergency Management Plan
LEC Local Emergency Coordinator
LEMA Local Emergency Management Arrangements
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Purpose
The purpose of the Environmental Health Emergency Management Plan (EHEMP) is to provide
for the development and implementation of public health emergency management
arrangements. It outlines the Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s arrangements for the
management of public health risks in an emergency.
The EHEMP is a planning tool used by Environmental Health Officers (EHOs), support
employees, the Department of Health Western Australia (DoH) and neighbouring local
governments that may be assisting in an emergency event. Environmental health employees
are expected to be familiar with the arrangements in this plan, prior to an emergency. The plan
is also useful to identify development needs and assist with employee training.
Aim
Through the development and implementation of the EHEMP, the aim is to mitigate and manage
public health risks in an emergency and protect the health of emergency-affected persons.
Scope
The EHEMP outlines arrangements for public health disasters or emergencies within the Shire
of Augusta Margaret River. The EHEMP may be activated in conjunction with, or in isolation
from, the Local Emergency Management Arrangements (LEMA) and hazard-specific plans,
including those prepared by the DoH (State Hazard Plan – Heatwave, Human Biosecurity, State
Health Emergency Response Plan, WA Health System Emergency Management
Arrangements, Infectious Disease Emergency Management Plan, WA health system ).
Almost all disasters will have some impact on public health, ranging from maintaining basic
environmental health standards to an emergency of primarily public health concern. The
following table outlines the initial response by environmental health officers.
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ASSESSMENT ACTION RESOURCES
• identify public health
considerations
Initial impact assessment • initial impact assessment
• identify areas that will
need further assessment
• conduct detailed post-
impact assessment of
individual properties
• identify information and
support for individual • property impact
Detailed impact assessment
owners assessment
• collect and retain
information on public
health risks and extent
of damage
• initial assessment of
relief centre to identify
public health risks
• advise Local Welfare
Relief centre assessment Coordinator on public • relief centre assessment
health risks
• follow up on any public
health risks until
resolved
The below table contains a summary of environmental health priorities following an emergency
incident.
PRIORITY ACTION
• liaise with Water Corporation regarding major outages or
damage to infrastructure
Safe drinking water • ensure adequate and safe water supply to relief centres
• monitor and sample water supplies
• provide information and advice regarding disinfection
• provide information and advice to food handlers in relief
centres
• inspect and provide information and advice on donated
Safe food food
• assist in the disposal of damaged and contaminated food
• provide information and advice to food businesses
affected by an incident
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.au• conduct ongoing inspections of relief centres and provide
advice to Local Welfare Coordinator on public health risks
Safe emergency relief as required
centres • ensure sanitary facilities are clean and maintained
• advise of any other maintenance required, e.g. septic
system emptying, additional potable water etc.
• liaise with Water Corporation and other agencies
regarding major outages or damage to infrastructure
(sewerage, electricity, water)
• conduct property impact assessment on affected
properties
• provide information and advice to property owners on
public health risks following emergency:
o hazards on your property following a bushfire
Safe housing o using rainwater after a bushfire
o asbestos fire contamination
o fire retardants and health
o damaged wastewater systems
o cleaning up after a flood
o cleaning up a smoke affected home
o managing exposure to bushfire smoke
• maintain records of inspections and damage
• support rebuilding and redevelopment
• provide information and advice to Coordinator Building
Assets & Maintenance
• inspect damaged septic systems
Safe community buildings
• monitor and sample water supplies
• maintain records of inspections and damage
• support rebuilding and redevelopment
• provide information and advice to owners/operators
Safe aquatic facilities
• conduct water sampling prior to reopening
• liaise with Water Corporation regarding any wastewater
Public protection from spills
wastewater spills
• distribute information and advice
• conduct initial investigations into any suspected water or
Control of infectious food borne illnesses
diseases • refer food outbreaks (two people or more affected) to
Food Unit at DoH
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.au• support control agency with investigation and
management of any incidents by taking samples and
distributing information and advice
Safe disposal of
• provide information and advice to property owners
hazardous waste
• liaise with Manager Waste and Health and Coordinator
Safe disposal of dead
Environment/Landcare Services to find a suitable burial or
livestock
incineration site
• conduct mosquito surveillance following a flood event
Control of vermin and
• liaise with DoH regarding treatment options
vectors
• issue warnings, information and advice to the community
• liaise with Manager Waste and Health regarding
Safe and adequate additional services and placement of receptacles
disposal of solid waste • provide information and advice to food business and
residents
Related documents
The EHEMP forms a part of the Shire’s LEMA and should be read in conjunction with these
arrangements and related documents.
The Public Health Act 2016 (the Act) addresses public health emergencies. There may be
specific responsibilities placed on authorised officers designated as emergency officers by the
Chief Health Officer (CHO) under Part 12 of the Act. As part of a declared public health state of
emergency, the CHO may authorise any local government authorised officer to exercise any of
the emergency powers while the declaration is in force.
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auA comprehensive approach
Public health emergency planning and response synchronises with the comprehensive
approach to disaster and incident management.
Preparedness
Preparedness encompasses the activities required to build capacity of the community,
employees, and other agencies involved in the mitigation and management of public health risks
relating to an emergency event.
One central strategy for preparedness is education and access to information. Engaging and
forming partnerships with external stakeholders, including the sharing of planning information is
key. Environmental health employees are to take advantage of training opportunities and
exercises in disaster management. Regular revision of key planning documents and standard
operating procedures will result in a better-prepared team in the event of an incident.
Response and recovery
The response and recovery phases involve the mitigation or management of public health risks
during and following an incident.
This plan covers the immediate environmental health response to an incident.
Recovery activities will usually be a continuation of the initial response with more emphasis on
supporting the community to self-manage risks by providing support, information and advice.
The interruption to the delivery of core environmental health services during and following an
incident will need managing and may involve securing additional resources.
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auRoles and responsibilities
Manager Planning and Regulatory Services
The Manager Planning and Regulatory Services will:
• activate the EHEMP following advice from the HMA, Local Emergency Coordinator
(LEC) or Incident Controller (IC)
• remain in communication with the Coordinator Environmental Health and Events with
regards to employee deployment and activities
• feed information back to the IC
• attend briefings and remain in communication with Coordinator Environmental Health
and Events
• arrange for additional resources if required
• oversee environmental health information in media releases
Coordinator Environmental Health and Events
The Coordinator Environmental Health and Events will:
• complete the Emergency management initial impact assessment
• develop a plan based on initial assessment, communication with Manager Waste and
Health, Incident Controller and public enquiries
• activate EHOs to conduct field assessments in accordance with initial assessment
• provide regular briefings to the Manager Waste and Health
• remain in contact with activated officers, manage and update tasks, communicate new
information, monitor resources and officers’ wellbeing
• manage rosters, stand-down of officers and activation of others
• ensure adequate PPE is provided to employees
• arrange additional materials
• regularly assess available information, ensuring that the environmental health response
is appropriate
• maintain a register of team activities
• arrange a debrief following the event
• liaise with the Department of Health regarding additional resources and guidance
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auEnvironmental Health Officers
Environmental Health Officers will:
• conduct field assessments using relevant assessment tools and information
• work safely and adhere to all Shire OSH requirements
• ensure that all communication devices and mobile isolated worker systems are charged
and operational
• stay in regular contact with the Coordinator Environmental Health and Events with
regards to activities, resources and wellbeing
Events and Permits Officer
The Events and Permits Officer will:
• communicate with any event organisers that may be affected by the emergency
• assist the environmental health team with administrative support and any other activities
as determined by the Manager Waste and Health
Environmental Health Directorate, Department of Health
The Environmental Health Directorate will:
• provide advice and assistance where required
• provide a 24 hour on-call service for environmental health emergencies
Neighbouring local governments
Neighbouring local governments will:
• provide environmental health resources when requested in accordance with the mutual
aid agreement (signed by 11 other south west local governments)
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auAcknowledgements
The following resources were consulted during the preparation of this document:
1. EHA Australia, Disaster Environmental Health, 2014
2. Hume City Council Municipal Public Health Emergency Management Plan
3. Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience, Australian Disaster Resilience Handbook
Collection, Handbook 1, Disaster Health, 2011
4. Australian Red Cross, Queensland Evacuation Centre Planning Toolkit, 2017
5. http://ww2.health.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/Emergency-management-in-WA
6. http://www.who.int/environmental_health_emergencies/response/en/
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auAppendix A
Environmental Health emergency response kit
ITEM NUMBER
Biohazard sample bag 2
Body suits 1
Disposal bags for used PPE 1
Ear plugs 4
Face masks 2
Gloves latex 2
Goggles 1
Hairnets 4
Hand sanitiser 1
Hats 2
Hazard tape 1
High vis vest 1
Mosquito repellent 1
Safety glasses 1
Shoe protectors 5
Sunscreen 1
Scissors 1
Pens 3
Tape thick 1
Notepad 1
Bag 1
Pencil case 1
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auAppendix B
Contact lists
POSITION NAME CONTACT DETAILS
Business phone: 9780 5226
Manager Planning and
Business mobile: 0476 823 864
Regulatory Services
After hours mobile:
Business phone: 9780 5254
Coordinator Environmental
Business mobile: 0458 164 503
Health and Events
After hours mobile:
Business phone: 9780 5208
Environmental Health
Business mobile: 0408 405 271
Officer
After hours mobile:
Business phone: 9780 5245
Environmental Health
Business mobile: 0437 545 711
Officer
After hours mobile:
Business phone: 9780 5219
Environmental Health
Business mobile: 0448 217 466
Officer
After hours mobile:
Business phone: 9780 5266
Events and Permits Officer Business mobile: 0436 813 589
After hours mobile:
External support
POSITION NAME CONTACT DETAILS
Environmental Health Business phone: 9222 2000
Directorate, Department of
After hours: 9328 0553
Health
Manager Environmental Business phone: 9781 1719
Tanya Gillett
Services, City of Busselton Business mobile:
Environmental Health Business phone: 9781 0456
Coordinator, City of Mark Chadwick
Business mobile:
Busselton
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Supplier directory
CONTACT SHIRE
RESOURCE SUPPLIER
DETAILS CREDITOR
See Worksafe for list of restricted asbestos licence holders
Asbestos
https://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/worksafe/worksafe-licence-and-
removalists
registration-search
Coles 9757 9933 ✓
Bottled water Woolworths 9759 3150 ✓
River Fresh IGA 9757 3733 ✓
Cold storage Margaret River Mitre 10 9757 2455 ✓
containers Bunnings Margaret River 9758 7000 ✓
Controlled Geographe Liquid Waste 0429 372 913
waste carriers Sandgroper Contracting 0403 487 894 ✓
Disinfection
and cleaning
Down South Wholesale 9757 9157 ✓
agent
suppliers
Portable
toilets and
Welcome Site 0419 042 193 ✓
ablution
facilities
Refrigeration
and freezer Margaret River Party Hire 0416 234 810 ✓
suppliers
Cleanaway 9724 6400 ✓
Bulk waste
Vasse bins 0439 690 747 ✓
receptacles
Hastie Waste 9731 0296
Water carrier Margaret River Domestic Water Carting 0407 991 965 ✓
Water testing PathWest Water Examination Laboratory 6457 2583 ✓
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Relief centres and public health considerations
Primary relief centres
MARGARET RIVER RECREATION CENTRE
51 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River (A3899)
WHEN USED AS
WHEN USED FOR
AMEETING ROOM
AREA SLEEPING
(1SQM PER
(5SQM PER PERSON)
maximum PERSON)
accommodation
court 1 & 2 700 344
700 persons – Augusta court 3 700 143
Ambulance – Margaret River
DFES (SES)
group fitness room 50 43
female WC 7 male WC 4
female hand basin 7 male urinal 6
sanitary facilities
female shower 8 male hand basin 6
baby change ✓ male shower 8
safe entry/exit (i.e. away
kitchen ✓ ✓
from vehicles and parking)
other ✓ ✓
reticulated water supply adequate lighting
considerations
mobile phone coverage ✓ accessibility ✓
reticulated sewerage ✓
specific public health actions that may be required in the event of an activation:
• capacity of the kitchen to cater for large numbers
• adjacent to a large open area suitable for temporary structures and camping if
required
• neighbouring Shire administration building, and Margaret River HEART has
additional kitchen and toilet facilities
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auCENTENNIAL HALL AUGUSTA
50 Allnut Terrace, Augusta (A4542)
WHEN USED AS
WHEN USED FOR
AMEETING ROOM
AREA SLEEPING
(1SQM PER
(5SQM PER PERSON)
PERSON)
maximum main hall 194 38
accommodation
activity room 1 50 10
300 persons – Augusta activity room 2 37 7
Ambulance – Margaret River
DFES (SES) activity room 3 50 12
internal court 80 16
female WC 4 male WC 2
female hand basin 3 male urinal 2
sanitary facilities
female shower 0 male hand basin 3
baby change male shower 0
safe entry/exit (i.e. away
kitchen ✓ ✓
from vehicles and parking)
other ✓ ✓
reticulated water supply adequate lighting
considerations
mobile phone coverage ✓ accessibility ✓
reticulated sewerage
specific public health actions that may be required in the event of an activation:
• additional toilets and showers (2 of each) are available backstage
• may be possible to use the facilities at the Augusta Recreation Centre
• adjacent to a large open area suitable for temporary structures and camping if
required
• kitchen may not be able to cater for large numbers (kitchenette and bar available)
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auAUGUSTA RECREATION CENTRE
66 Allnut Terrace, Augusta (A3907)
WHEN USED AS
WHEN USED FOR
AMEETING ROOM
AREA SLEEPING
(1SQM PER
maximum (5SQM PER PERSON)
PERSON)
accommodation
main hall 200 143
200 persons – Augusta
Ambulance – Margaret River lesser hall 110 22
DFES (SES)
female WC 2 male WC 1
female hand basin 2 male urinal 1
sanitary facilities
female shower 3 male hand basin 2
baby change male shower 3
safe entry/exit (i.e. away
kitchen ✓ ✓
from vehicles and parking)
other
reticulated water supply adequate lighting ✓
considerations
mobile phone coverage ✓ accessibility ✓
reticulated sewerage
specific public health actions that may be required in the event of an activation:
• additional toilets will increase the maximum capacity of the main hall but exit width
will limit accommodation to about 300 persons.
• showers have no doors or curtains (no privacy)
• adjacent to a large open area suitable for temporary structures and camping if
required
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auSecondary relief centres
ALEXANDRA BRIDGE HALL
1252 Brockman Highway, Nillup (A4429)
WHEN USED AS
maximum WHEN USED FOR
AMEETING ROOM
AREA SLEEPING
accommodation (1SQM PER
(5SQM PER PERSON)
PERSON)
100 persons hall 100 23
female WC 2 male WC 1
female hand basin 1 male urinal 5
sanitary facilities
female shower 0 male hand basin 1
baby change male shower 0
safe entry/exit (i.e. away
kitchen ✓ ✓
from vehicles and parking)
other
reticulated water supply adequate lighting ✓
considerations
mobile phone coverage ✓ accessibility ✓
reticulated sewerage
specific public health actions that may be required in the event of an activation:
• water supply from rainwater tanks (filtered but limited capacity)
• additional toilets may be available in neighbouring fire brigade shed
• showers will be required if used for sleeping purposes
• septic tanks may not have the capacity for large numbers over several days
• no dedicated handwash basin in kitchen
• fenced tennis courts may be useful for containing animals/pets
• large open carpark area
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auCOWARAMUP DISTRICT HALL
61 Bussell Highway, Cowaramup (A11494)
WHEN USED AS
WHEN USED FOR
AMEETING ROOM
AREA SLEEPING
maximum (1SQM PER
(5SQM PER PERSON)
PERSON)
accommodation
hall 220 44
200 persons
meeting room 37 7
female WC 4 male WC 2
female hand basin 3 male urinal 2
sanitary facilities
female shower 0 male hand basin 2
baby change male shower 0
safe entry/exit (i.e. away
kitchen ✓ ✓
from vehicles and parking)
other
reticulated water supply ✓ adequate lighting ✓
considerations
mobile phone coverage ✓ accessibility ✓
reticulated sewerage ✓
specific public health actions that may be required in the event of an activation
• showers will be required if used for sleeping purposes
• adjacent to a large open area suitable for temporary structures and camping if
required
• adjacent to recreational facilities (skate park, oval) and Duggan Pavilion (additional
kitchen and meeting area)
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Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auGRACETOWN HALL
1 Salter Street, Gracetown (A1939)
WHEN USED AS
WHEN USED FOR
AMEETING ROOM
AREA SLEEPING
maximum (1SQM PER
(5SQM PER PERSON)
PERSON)
accommodation
hall/stadium 180 36
220 persons
meeting room 40 8
female WC 3 male WC 2
female hand basin 2 male urinal 2
sanitary facilities
female shower 0 male hand basin 2
baby change male shower 0
safe entry/exit (i.e. away
kitchen ✓ ✓
from vehicles and parking)
other ✓
reticulated water supply adequate lighting
considerations
mobile phone coverage ✓ accessibility ✓
reticulated sewerage
specific public health actions that may be required in the event of an activation
• showers will be required if used for sleeping purposes
• adjacent to a large open area suitable for temporary structures and camping if
required
• septic tanks may not have the capacity for large numbers over several days
• water supply from rainwater tanks (filtered but limited capacity). Bore nearby.
• accessible ramp to building but doorways may not be accessible
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auKARRIDALE HALL
Reserve 19370 Chapman Road, Karridale (A4381)
WHEN USED AS
WHEN USED FOR
AMEETING ROOM
AREA SLEEPING
maximum (1SQM PER
(5SQM PER PERSON)
PERSON)
accommodation
hall/stadium 100 38
100 persons
meeting room 42 8
female WC 3 male WC 1
female hand basin 1 male urinal 2
sanitary facilities
female shower 0 male hand basin 1
baby change male shower 0
safe entry/exit (i.e. away
kitchen ✓ ✓
from vehicles and parking)
other ✓
reticulated water supply adequate lighting
considerations
mobile phone coverage accessibility ✓
reticulated sewerage
specific public health actions that may be required in the event of an activation
• additional toilets will increase the capacity of the building
• showers will be required if used for sleeping purposes
• septic tanks may not have the capacity for large numbers over several days
• water supply from rainwater tanks (filtered but limited capacity)
• fire brigade shed (with large water tank), primary school (with additional toilets and
kitchen) and school oval/open space all nearby
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auROSA BROOK COMMUNITY HALL
Reserve 18493 Rosa Brook Road, Rosa Brook (A4550)
WHEN USED AS
WHEN USED FOR
maximum AREA
AMEETING ROOM
SLEEPING
(1SQM PER
accommodation (5SQM PER PERSON)
PERSON)
84 persons hall 84 16
female WC 2 male WC 1
female hand basin 1 male urinal 2
sanitary facilities
female shower 0 male hand basin 1
baby change male shower 0
safe entry/exit (i.e. away
kitchen ✓ ✓
from vehicles and parking)
other
reticulated water supply adequate lighting ?
considerations
mobile phone coverage ✓ accessibility
reticulated sewerage
specific public health actions that may be required in the event of an activation
• additional toilets will increase the capacity of the building
• indoor playroom available
• outdoor shaded area and kiosk
• showers will be required if used for sleeping purposes
• septic tanks may not have the capacity for large numbers over several days
• water supply from rainwater tanks (filtered but limited capacity)
• ramp at rear door but building is still not accessible due to narrow door width and
step
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auWITCHCLIFFE DRUIDS HALL
10418 Bussell Highway, Witchcliffe (A1792)
WHEN USED AS
WHEN USED FOR
maximum AREA
AMEETING ROOM
SLEEPING
(1SQM PER
accommodation (5SQM PER PERSON)
PERSON)
50 persons hall 50 16
female WC 1 male WC 1
female hand basin 1 male urinal 1
sanitary facilities
female shower 0 male hand basin 1
baby change male shower 0
safe entry/exit (i.e. away
kitchen ✓ ✓
from vehicles and parking)
other
reticulated water supply adequate lighting ?
considerations
mobile phone coverage ✓ accessibility
reticulated sewerage
specific public health actions that may be required in the event of an activation
• limited kitchen facilities with poor ventilation
• one exit limits the capacity of this building to 50 persons
• showers will be required if used for sleeping purposes
• septic tanks may not have the capacity for large numbers over several days
• water supply from rainwater tanks (filtered but limited capacity)
• ramp at side door but building is still not accessible due to narrow door width
• nearby fenced playground
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auAppendix E
Impact assessment forms
Initial impact assessment
Property impact assessment
Relief centre assessment
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auEmergency management
initial impact assessment
Environmental Health
Details of the emergency
what was the nature of the emergency, e.g. fire, flood, chemical leak?
approximate number of affected properties:
approximate location of affected properties:
date of assessment:
time of assessment:
The Coordinator Environmental Health and Events completes this assessment for larger emergencies.
The purpose of this initial assessment is to:
1. identify public health considerations following the emergency
2. identify areas that will need further assessment by an EHO
3. identify the equipment and PPE that EHOs will require to do further assessment
Water supply
What is the source of water to the affected area?
reticulated
area/region rainwater
/mains
other/comments
What are the health considerations related to the water supply?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
are there potentially
contaminated private water
supplies?
are there potentially
contaminated reticulated
water supplies?
will EHOs be required to take
drinking water samples?
does the owner/occupier
have access to emergency
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auwater supplies? e.g. bottled
water?
Food
What are the health considerations related to food?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
are there any food
businesses directly affected
by this emergency?
will EHOs be required to
monitor any emergency
catering? e.g. relief centre
will EHOs need to monitor
donated food?
will damaged properties
potentially have bulk food
for disposal? e.g. from
power outages
will EHOs be required to
take food samples?
Housing and emergency accommodation
What are the health considerations related to housing and emergency accommodation?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
will EHOs be required to
assess an emergency relief
centre? (see separate
emergency relief centre
assessment)
have emergency ablution
facilities been established
and will EHOs be required
to assess these?
have private homes been
affected and will EHOs be
required to assess the
impact on these properties?
(see separate property
impact assessment)
are there any lodging
houses directly affected by
this emergency and will
EHOs be required to
assess the impact?
are there any caravan
parks directly affected by
this emergency and will
EHOs be required to
assess the impact?Wastewater
What are the health considerations related to wastewater?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
are the affected properties
on reticulated sewerage?
is the recycled water
scheme directly affected by
this emergency?
are any local treatment
plants directly affected by
this emergency?
are any onsite wastewater
disposal systems affected
by this emergency?
are there potentially
sewage spills and
overflows?
Waste
What are the health considerations related to waste disposal?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
have waste disposal sites
been affected by the
emergency? Will EHOs be
required to assess the
impact?
are there potentially dead
livestock/animals that will
require disposal?
are there potentially
chemicals or hazardous
materials, e.g. asbestos
that will require disposal?
Vermin
What are the health considerations related to vermin?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
will this emergency
potentially result in an
increase in mosquito
breeding?
will this emergency
potentially result in an
increase in vermin activity,including fly breeding?
Consider:
• damage to commercial
food preparation and
storage areas
• dead livestock/animals
• burst sewer lines or
water pipes
• damaged onsite
wastewater disposal
systems
Infectious disease
What are the health considerations related to infectious diseases?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
will this emergency
potentially result in
increased risk of infectious
diseases?
will this emergency result in
disinfection being required
for:
• private homes
• commercial businesses
• aquatic facilities
Other considerations
Are there any other health considerations?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
have communication
networks been affected by
this emergency?
are there any special PPE
requirements for EHOs?
are there vulnerable people
that need to be
considered? e.g. homeless,
squatters, illegal campers,
elderly
does this emergency
response need to be
referred to the Department
of Health?
Officer name: Officer signature:Emergency management
property impact
assessment
Environmental Health
Property details
date of inspection:
name of emergency:
date of emergency:
property address:
assessment no:
owner name:
owner email:
owner phone:
occupier name (if not owner):
occupier email:
occupier phone:
alternative occupier address (if displaced due to emergency situation):
WARNING
Wait for the ‘all clear’ from emergency services before entering an affected area. Request the site report from
DFES (or another Hazard Management Agency). Do not attempt to enter the premises if there is any chance of
structure collapse. Only enter the premise after electricity, gas, water and sewerage have been checked by
qualified people.
Remember your PPE and ensure that you remain in contact with your colleagues and supervisor.
Immediate danger
yes no comments
is there asbestos, or
potentially asbestos?
other
other
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auDamage assessment summary
structure intact damaged destroyed comments
e.g. main some minor damage to front patio, no obvious structural
dwelling damage, house appears to be habitable
Insurance
yes no n/a comments
has an insurance assessor
assessed the property?
Essential services
phone/
electricity water gas other
internet
what essential services
have been interrupted
date and time of
interruption
date and time of restoration
Sanitation
yes no n/a comments
is there an operational toilet
on the property?
Sewerage
is the property connected to
deep sewer?
if connected to sewer, is
the sewer operational?On site effluent disposal
yes no n/a comments
is the house connected to
an onsite effluent disposal
system?
if yes, what type of system?
e.g. ATU, standard septics
and leach drains
is the onsite effluent
disposal system
operational?
does the effluent disposal
system rely on an electric
pump?
if yes, is the pump
operational?
do you need to identify
where the septic
tanks/disposal areas are so
they will not be damaged
by vehicles during the clean
up?
Water supply
yes no n/a comments
is potable water available at
the property?
if yes, what is the source of
water supply to the
property? e.g.
reticulated/mains, tank,
bore, natural water source
does the water supply rely
on an electric pump?
if yes, is the pump
operational?
is there a risk that the
potable water supply may
have been contaminated by
the emergency activity or
response?
Putrescible matter and other health concerns
yes no n/a comments
Are there any dead animals
on the property?
Is there putrescible matter
that requires removal? e.g.
fridge and freezer contentsAre there any other health
concerns, e.g. mosquito
breeding/pests, swimming
pools?
yes provided comments
asbestos fire contamination
fire retardants and your
health
hazards on your property
after a bushfire
smoke-affected homes
damaged wastewater
systems
using rainwater after a
bushfire
managing exposure to
bushfire smoke
emergency waste
arrangements
cleaning up after a flood
application for replacement
water costs
CommentsOfficer name: Officer signature:
Emergency management
relief centre assessment
Environmental Health
Details of emergency relief centre
name of relief centre:
address of relief centre:
estimated number of visitors (if known):
date of assessment:
time of assessment:
An Environmental Health Officer completes this assessment, which will:
1. assess public health risks in a relief centre
2. be used to advise Local Welfare Coordinator on public health risks in relief centre
3. identify areas that will need EHO follow up
When assessing the relief centre, consider the use and duration.
• short-term/ emergency shelter: most people do not require bedding or substantial
meals, only shelter and light refreshments.
• long-term relief: the majority of people require sleeping materials (mattresses,
blankets), substantial meals, more room/privacy, vector control, increased hygiene
considerations (showers, laundry).
• camping: people are accommodated in an overflow camping ground. The
considerations will be the same as for long-term relief.
The Environmental Health Emergency Management Plan contains details on specific centres.
What are the health considerations related to water?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
is the water
supply from a
scheme supply?
if non-scheme
water is being
used, when was it
last tested?
does the supply of
water rely on a
pump? Is the
pump
operational?
is there enough
water to meet
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.aubasic
requirements?
Basic water requirements per person:
drinking 2.5-3.0L/day
basic hygiene 2.0-6.0L/day
basic cooking needs 3.0-6.0L/day
total basic water needs 7.5-15.0L/day
From: Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience
What are the health considerations related to food handling?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
are food
preparation
facilities
available?
are the food
preparation
facilities in good
repair?
is hand washing
available to food
handlers?
is there adequate
storage for chilled
foods?
is there adequate
storage for dried
goods?
is there adequate
protection from
contamination?
are there
adequate facilities
to maintain the
temperature of
hot/cold food?
do the food
handlers have
adequate skills
and knowledge?
is there a
maintenance and
cleaning
schedule?
is cleaning
equipment
available for food
handling areas?is there adequate
fuel (gas/
electricity) to
operate
equipment?
is food being
donated?
who is managing
donated food?
do food
preparation areas
have adequate
waste disposal?
is handwashing/
sanitiser available
for people to use
prior to eating?
What are the health considerations relating to power supply?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
is there a reliable
power supply
available?
are back-up
generators
required and
available?
are generators
located where
they will not affect
people with noise,
fumes etc?
are multiple
extension cords,
adaptors etc.
being used that
are a potential
hazard?
What are the health considerations relating to sanitary facilities?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
are permanent
facilities
available?
are portable
facilities required?
are showers
available?
are the facilities
accessible to all?
are the facilities
clean and in good
repair?is a baby change
area available?
has a cleaning
schedule been
developed?
are there
adequate
consumables, e.g.
soap, paper
towels, toilet
paper etc?
are the facilities
connected to
deep sewer?
if the facilities are
on onsite effluent
disposal, is a
septic pump out
required?
if the facilities are
on onsite effluent
disposal, do they
rely on an electric
pump and is it
operational?
will laundry
facilities need to
be considered?
The minimum number of facilities to maintain good hygiene practices and prevent the
transmission of disease:
toilets • initially 1 per 50 people
• target 1 per 20 people
• it is recommended urinals are provided for men
• ratio of female to male toilets is 3:1 (where urinals are
provided)
handwashing facilities • 1 per 30 people or
• 4-5 metres of wash trough per 100 people
showers • hot climate 1 per 30 people
• temperate climate 1 per 50 people
What are the fire safety considerations?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
is fire equipment
available?
is fire equipment
maintained?
What are the health considerations related to waste?unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
are adequate
waste receptacles
provided?
has collection of
waste been
arranged?
Are there any other health considerations?
unknown/
consideration yes no comments
n/a
is the building and
associated
structures in
sound condition?
is there adequate
room for all
activities?
are there any trip
hazards?
are all areas
accessible
including car
parking?
are exits clear of
obstructions?
is there any
evidence of pests
or vermin?
are there
mosquitoes or
potential breeding
sites?
is seating
available?
is there shaded
area provided?
is there an
allocated area for
pets?
is the building
able to control the
temperature? Is
additional
heating/cooling
required?
Officer name: Officer signature:Appendix F
Environmental Health emergency fact sheets
Asbestos fire contamination
Fire retardants and A-class foams
Hazards on your property after a bushfire
Cleaning up a smoke affected home
Using rainwater after a bushfire
Food safety in an emergency
Cleaning up after a flood
Damaged wastewater systems
Bushfire smoke
APPENDIX 11 – ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auAsbestos fire
contamination
Environmental Health
Asbestos fire contamination
In Western Australia, asbestos was extensively used in building products until 1990.
Therefore, many older residential and commercial buildings may contain asbestos, mainly as
cement sheeting in walls, ceilings, eaves, fences, floor underlays, vinyl floor tiles, roofs and as
backing to lino. If these are burnt it can lead to the spread of asbestos contamination which
needs to be managed. However, if asbestos contamination is properly managed it poses
virtually no risk to the public. If in doubt, treat the material as asbestos. If the asbestos can be
easily broken when you touch you need to leave it alone. This means it is becoming friable
and will require specialist removalists.
Fire and Asbestos
There are countless fires in WA each year in urban and rural areas. Sometimes these occur
as major bushfires affecting many buildings. Although asbestos present may not burn, it may
be physically damaged during a fire and possibly disperse into adjacent areas.
Asbestos Contamination
For asbestos cement sheets (10-15% asbestos), this damage often occurs as shattering from
the explosive release of contained moisture into sheeting pieces and flakes as shown. The fire
asbestos impact areas include;
• dispersed airborne free fibre and small fibre bundles;
• building skeleton and footprint;
• adjacent circular zone of coarse fragment scatter;
ASBESTOS FIRE CONTAMINATION
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.au• areas of fine surface material (such as flakes) from smoke plume deposition
(depending on wind); and
• sometimes, contamination from firefighting water runoff carrying fine asbestos material
Possible Asbestos Health Effects
The asbestos contamination of most concern is that which can generate tiny fibres able to
penetrate deep into the lungs. Inhalation of these tiny fibres in sufficient quantities can result
in asbestos-related diseases such as the deadly mesothelioma. Fortunately, the likelihood of
these diseases is very low, and everyone has been exposed to small amounts of asbestos
fibres in air during our lives without health effects.
Studies and air monitoring during and just after a fire show that the amounts of the tiny
asbestos fibres are comparable to background levels and what the Department of Health
considers as safe. This is due to limited initial fibre release as well as massive air dilution and
dispersal.
ASBESTOS FIRE CONTAMINATION
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auManagement of asbestos impacts
However, as it is important to minimise any asbestos exposure, careful clean up any asbestos
fragments is still necessary. These asbestos materials are usually brittle or friable material and
if disturbed can release the dangerous fibres.
Following a fire, emergency services and environmental and health agencies take interim
measures to prevent disturbance of asbestos contamination. These include erecting
temporary fencing if practical and cleaning of priority traffic areas. Evacuation of adjacent
buildings due to asbestos contamination is only rarely necessary.
The following more thorough assessment and clean-up of the asbestos contamination is
usually the responsibility of the site owner. The local government Environmental Health Officer
(EHO) is normally the relevant regulatory authority under the Health (Asbestos) Regulations
1992 and supervises the process. In some cases, such as large bushfires, the Western
Australian Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements may take charge of some or all
of the clean-up and work with the EHO in this regard.
It is important that the assessment and clean-up is done in a systematic way by asbestos
professionals, using the WA Department of Health’s Guidance Note on the Management of
Fire Damaged Asbestos 2014 and the Safe Work Australia Code of Practice - Safe Removal
of Asbestos 2005.
Specifically, the asbestos contamination is usually cleaned up by a licensed asbestos
removalist in accordance with a plan devised by an asbestos consultant.
Reasonable measures for cleaning bonded asbestos sheets
and fragments
Make sure you are wearing adequate personal protective clothing. This includes;
• P2 or N95 mask
• Disposable coveralls – if available or old clothes that can be disposed later
• Gloves
• Disposable shoe covers – if available or hard cover shoes that can be cleaned
Do not break or crush the asbestos when you are moving it. If the material is drying out, keep
it wet by lightly hosing with water before moving it. Carefully place the asbestos material in
200um plastic bags (heavy duty) or wrap using rolls of 200um plastic. If you are placing the
asbestos in plastic bags, they should NOT be more than half full. Tightly twist the bag opening
and fold over to form a goose neck and secure with heavy duty duct. Finally place that bag
inside another one (double bag), seal and label ‘DANGER ASBESTOS WASTE’. If you are
using rolls of black plastic make sure you only wrap the equivalent of a single fence sheet for
each wrapping. Double wrap, seal with duct tape and label ‘DANGER ASBESTOS WASTE’
Dispose of wrapped asbestos according to the requirements of your local government or
emergency advice provided by response agencies.
ASBESTOS FIRE CONTAMINATION
Shire of Augusta Margaret River 41 Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River 6285 | T (08) 9780 5255 | F (08) 9757 2512 | amrshire.wa.gov.auKey contacts
After a fire, the key agencies you may need to contact regarding management of public health
risks are:
• The Shire of Augusta Margaret River’s Environmental Health Unit 97805255
• The WA Department of Health: The Environmental Health Directorate can provide
specialised technical and regulatory advice on asbestos fire contamination, in addition
to that provided by the local government EHO: 08 9388 4999 or
ehinfo@health.wa.gov.au
• Asbestos professionals
o In the case of artificial surface or limited soil contamination, this should be an
occupational hygienist or asbestos competent person, refer to www.aioh.org.au
o In the case of extensive soil contamination, e.g. a large bushfire, this should be
an environmental consultant, refer to www.aclca.org.au/wa-our-members
o A list of asbestos removalists with an unrestricted license may be found at the
WorkSafe website, www.commerce.wa.gov.au
Further information
It is also important to be aware of other possible hazards of a fire site such as damaged
structures, electrical wiring and residues of copper-chrome-arsenate (CCA) treated timber.
This is a guideline only. For more information, please contact see Asbestos Safety and
Eradication Agency www.asbestossafety.gov.au/ or Environmental Health at the Shire of
Augusta Margaret River on 9780 5255.
ASBESTOS FIRE CONTAMINATION
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