Code RED – Fire
On discovery of a fire
The primary duty of occupants is, to the best of their ability, and with the safety of themselves and others of paramount concern, to remove people from immediate danger.
On discovery of a fire:
- Remove people from immediate danger.
- Raise the alarm.
- Communicate to other staff in the near vicinity the existence of a fire – shout “Fire Fire Fire”.
- Contact the Emergency Services by dialling 000.
- Call the College’s Emergency Number 996 (or 9460 6996) and advise of the location and nature of the emergency.
- Close (but do not lock) doors to create compartmentalisation, slow the progress of the fire and contain smoke.
- Commence evacuation of the building, directing occupants to Evacuate via the nearest safe exit to the Assembly Area.
- Ensure occupants / visitors with disabilities are assisted from the building or are located to a safe refuge with confident person.
- The location of occupants / visitors with disabilities should be reported to the Chief Warden.
Moray Outdoor Education Centre
The College’s Moray Outdoor Education Centre has a comprehensive Bushfire Emergency Plan, which must be read, understood and followed by all users of the Centre. Access the Bushfire Emergency Plan for Moray here.
Scotch College Boatshed
The College’s Boatshed has a comprehensive Bushfire Emergency Plan, which must be read, understood and followed by all users. Access the Bushfire Emergency Plan for the Boatshed here.