Upload
others
View
4
Download
0
Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
SHIRE OF KONDININ
AWARE Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
APRIL 2010
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 2
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
AWARE All West Australians Reducing Emergencies
DEC Department of Environment and Conservation
CALM Conservation and Land Management, Dept of
CEO Chief Executive Officer
COAG Council of Australian Governments
DCP Department of Child Protection
DEC District Emergency Committee
DoH Department of Health
DOIR Department of Industrial Relations
DPI Department of Planning and Infrastructure
EM Emergency Management
EMA Emergency Management Australia
EMA 2005 Emergency Management Act 2005
EMS Emergency Management Services
EMT Emergency Management Team
EPIRB Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon
ERM Emergency Risk Management
FESA Fire and Emergency Services Authority of WA
HMA Hazard Management Agency
LEMC Local Emergency Management Committee
LGA Local Government Authority
MRD Main Roads Department
PTA Public Transport Authority
SES State Emergency Service
SOK Shire of Kondinin
SOP Standard Operating Procedure
VFRS Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service
WC Water Corporation
WP Western Power
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 4
2. BACKGROUND TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ACT 2005 4
2.1 Purpose of the Act 4
2.2 Key Elements of the Act 4
3. RESPONSIBILITIES FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNDER THE ACT 4
4. RESPONSIBILITIES FOR HAZARD MANAGEMENT AGENCIES
UNDER THE ACT 5
Table 1: HMA List by Agency 5
Table 2: HMA List by Hazard 6
5. LOCAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 7
6. AUTHORITY 7
7. SCOPE 7
8. PURPOSE 7
9. OBJECTIVES OF THE EMERGENCY RISK MANAGEMENT
ARRANGEMENTS 7
10. SHIRE OF KONDININ PROFILE 8
11. PROCESS 8
11.1 Risk Evaluation Criteria 8
11.2 Treatment Options Criteria 9
Table 3: LEMC Risk Assessment Criteria 9
11.3 Format of Report 9
11.4 Risk Assessment and Treatment Application 9
Table 4: Qualitative Analysis Matrix 9
Table 5: Descriptions for Likelihood 10
Table 6: Descriptions for Consequence 11
12. TRAINING 12
13. COMMUNITY CONSULTATION 12
Table 7: Type of Emergency in Risk Priority 13
Table 8: Community Facilities in Risk Priority 14
14. LEMC CONSIDERATION 15
15. TREATMENT SCHEDULES 16
Table 9: Shire of Kondinin – Risk Register 16
15.1 Transport/Road Traffic Accident 17
15.2 Severe Storm 23
15.3 Flood 29
15.4 Hazardous Material Spill 32
15.5 Rural Fire 36
TABLES
Table 1: HMA List by Agency 5
Table 2: HMA List by Hazard 6
Table 3: LEMC Risk Assessment Criteria 9
Table 4: Qualitative Analysis Matrix 9
Table 5: Descriptions for Likelihood 10
Table 6: Descriptions for Consequence 11
Table 7: Type of Emergency in Risk Priority 13
Table 8: Community Facilities in Risk Priority 14
Table 9: Shire of Kondinin– Risk Register 16
APPENDICES
Appendix 1: AWARE APPLICATION FORM 40
Appendix 2: COMMUNITY SURVEY 47
Appendix 3: LEMC CONTACT LIST 49
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 4
1. INTRODUCTION Council at a meeting held on 16 December 2009 resolved to:
(1) Endorse the preparation of a grant application to the FESA AWARE program.
(2) Consider the allocation of resources for compliance with the Emergency
Management Act 2005
An application was successfully submitted to FESA and a grant received under the
AWARE program.
The grant from the AWARE program was for the preparation of Emergency Risk
Management Arrangements for the Shire. An amount of $27,000 inc GST was
allocated for the purpose. A copy of the application is included as Appendix 1.
The Council appointed Brian Willoughby from LOORANAH Pty Ltd, a Consultant
experienced in the preparation of Emergency Risk Management Arrangements, to
undertake the task.
2. BACKGROUND TO THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ACT 2005
2.1 Purpose of the Act
To provide a framework for managing emergencies of a large scale or
catastrophic nature requiring significant and coordinated response.
To address activities relating to the mitigation or prevention of,
preparedness for, response to and recovery from emergencies.
2.2 Key elements of the Act
Establishes the process for EM arrangements for WA‟s emergency services
and support organisations, including Local Government.
Formalises EM Planning and Operations.
Provide necessary legislative powers and protection.
Improves liability and insurance protection for volunteers.
Identifies agency responsibilities.
3. RESPONSIBILITIES FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNDER THE ACT
Formation of Local Emergency Management Committee (s.38)
Establishment of Local Emergency Management Arrangements (s.41, 42, 43)
Establishment of Local Recovery Plan (s.36)
Managing community recovery
Appointment of Recovery Coordinator
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 5
4. RESPONSIBILITIES FOR HAZARD MANAGEMENT AGENCIES UNDER
THE ACT
The following is an abstract from Policy Statement No 7
“WA Emergency Management Arrangements” as at December 2004.
Table 1: HMA List by Agency
AGENCY HAZARD
Agriculture (Department of) o Exotic Animal Disease
Conservation and Land Management
(Department of)
o Fire (CALM managed land other
than in Gazetted Fire Districts)
Consumer and Employment Protection
(Department of) – EnergySafety Directorate o Fuel Shortage Emergencies
Fire and Emergency Services Authority
o Earthquake
o Fire (CALM managed land in
Gazetted Fire Districts)
o Fire (Rural and Urban in Gazetted
Fire Districts)
o Flood
o Hazardous Material (including
chemical, biological and
radioactive)
o Landslide
o Storm/Tempest
o Tropical Cyclone
o Tsunami
Health (Department of) o Human Epidemic
Industry and Resources (Department of) o Offshore Petroleum, Operations
Emergencies
Local Government Authorities o Fire (Rural and Urban in areas
other than Gazetted Fire Districts)
Planning and Infrastructure (Department of) o Marine Oil Pollution
o Marine Transport Authorities
Public Transport Authority
o Rail Urban Passenger Transport
Emergencies (only those rail
systems for which the PTA is the
managing agency)
Water Corporation
o Dam Break (including major
hydraulic structures but only those
for which the WC is the managing
agency)
Western Australia Police
o Air Transport Emergency
o Land Search and Rescue
o Nuclear Powered Warships
o Road Transport Emergencies
o Sea Search and Rescue
o Space Re-Entry Debris
WestNet Rail
o Rail Freight Transport
Emergencies (only those rail
systems for which WestNet Rail in
the managing agency)
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 6
Table 2: HMA List by Hazard
SER HAZARD/EMERGENCY HAZARD MANAGEMENT AGENCY
1 Air Transport Emergencies Western Australia Police
2 Dam Break (including major
hydraulic structures) Water Corporation (1)
3 Earthquake Fire and Emergency Services Authority
4 Exotic Animal Disease Agriculture (Department of)
5 Fire (CALM Managed Land)
Gazetted Fire Districts: Fire and Emergency
Services Authority
Other: Conservation and
Land Management
(Department of)
6 Fire (Rural and Urban)
Gazetted Fire Districts: Fire and Emergency
Services Authority
Other: Local Government
Authorities
7 Flood Fire and Emergency Services Authority
8 Fuel Shortage Emergencies Consumer and Employment Protection
(Department of) – EnergySafety Directorate
9
Hazardous Materials
Emergencies (including
chemical, biological and
radioactive)
Fire and Emergency Services Authority
10 Human Epidemic Health (Department of)
11 Land Search and Rescue Western Australia Police
12 Landslide Fire and Emergency Services Authority
13 Marine Oil Pollution Planning and Infrastructure (Department of)
14 Marine Transport Emergencies Planning and Infrastructure (Department of)
15 Nuclear Powered Warships Western Australia Police
16 Offshore Petroleum Operations
Emergencies Industry and Resources (Department of)
17
Rail Transport Emergencies
o Urban Passenger
o Freight Network
o Public Transport Authority
o WestNet Rail
18 Road Transport Emergencies Western Australia Police
19 Sea Search and Rescue Western Australia Police
20 Space Re-Entry Debris Western Australia Police
21 Storm/Tempest Fire and Emergency Services Authority
22 Tropical Cyclone Fire and Emergency Services Authority
23 Tsunami Fire and Emergency Services Authority Notes: (1) HMA responsibilities are limited to those hydraulic structures for which the WC is the managing
agency.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 7
5. LOCAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Currently, two separate LEMC‟s are operational within the Shire, one being situated in
the townsite of Kondinin and the other within the townsite of Hyden. This has come
about with the intention of the retaining the autonomy of both areas, which are 60 km
apart. As the committee‟s have an ever-changing composition, current membership and
contact numbers are recorded herein under Appendix 3. This list shall be revised and
updated at each meeting of the LEMC. The Committees could look at the possibility of
amalgamating so as to rationalise the use of resources and administration within the
Shire. The Police Station is based in Kondinin. There is no permanent Police presence
in Hyden
6. AUTHORITY
These Arrangements have been prepared by the Local Emergency Management
Committee and endorsed by the Shire of Kondinin under the provisions of the
Emergency Management Act 2005 and the Local Government Act 1995.
7. SCOPE
The scope of these arrangements is limited to the geographical boundaries of the Shire
of Kondinin. They apply within existing legislation and local laws and are compatible
as far as practicable with relevant WESTPLANS and HMA local plans.
8. PURPOSE
The purpose of these Emergency Risk Management Arrangements is to document the
Shire‟s management of identified risks and provide specific details on planning for
preparedness, prevention, evaluation, treatment, response and recovery activities
required to minimise the risks.
9. OBJECTIVES OF THESE EMERGENCY RISK MANAGEMENT
ARRANGEMENTS
The objectives are to:
Ensure there is an effective framework for the management of emergencies within
the Shire of Kondinin.
Contribute to timely, effective and coordinated emergency management within the
Shire.
Ensure these arrangements comply and are compatible with, State Emergency
Management Arrangements and the Emergency Management Act 2005.
Ensure that all organisations involved in Emergency Management are aware of the
local management arrangements.
Raise awareness of the need and value of EM within the community.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 8
10. SHIRE OF KONDININ PROFILE
The Shire of Kondinin is located in the Great Southern Region of Western Australia. It
has a census-recorded population of 1100 people. The Shire administration office is
located in the town of Kondinin 280 km South West of Perth. The Shire supports three
townsites with theme‟s that represent their areas. Kondinin “Heritage of Red Soil
Riches”, Karlgarin “Small and Proud”, Hyden “Bush Living at its Best” and covers an
area of 7,340km2. Local economy is farming based complimented by Tourism attracted
to the famous “Wave Rock” at Hyden that is an internationally known natural icon.
There is also some mining activity on the Eastern areas of the Shire. The Shire has a
tourist link with the Shire of Dundas through the Granite Woodlands Discovery trail
that covers the 300 km of road between Norseman and Hyden.
11. PROCESS
The LEMC agreed on applying the following principles to the identified risks:
11.1 Risk Evaluation Criteria
Criterion 1
Any reasonably preventable accident/incident resulting in loss of life is
unacceptable.
Criterion 2
Any reasonably preventable accident/incident resulting in serious injury is
unacceptable.
Criterion 3
Any reasonably preventable matter that will affect the health and well being of
the community is unacceptable.
Criterion 4
Any reasonably preventable accident /incident that will have a medium to long
term or permanent adverse effect on the environment is unacceptable.
Criterion 5
Any reasonably preventable accident/incident that will cause closure to or
seriously disrupt normal business activity is unacceptable.
Criterion 6
Any reasonably preventable activity or incident that will cause closure to or
seriously disrupt community lifelines or services is unacceptable.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 9
11.2 Treatment Options Criteria
The following criteria were adopted by LEMC for assessing risks.
Table 3: LEMC Risk Assessment Criteria
CRITERIA QUESTIONS
Cost Is this option affordable?
Is it the most cost effective?
Timing Will the beneficial effects of this option be quickly realised?
Administrative Efficiency Can this option be easily administered or will its application be
neglected because of difficulty of administration or lack of
expertise?
Effect on the economy What will be the economic impacts of this option?
Effects on the environment What will be the environmental impacts of this option?
Risk creation Will this option itself introduce new risks?
Jurisdictional authority Does this level of Government have the legislative authority to
apply this option?
If not, can higher levels be encouraged to do so?
Risk reduction potential What proportion of the losses due to this risk will this option
prevent?
11.3 Format of Report
The report shall follow the format introduced through the FESA “Western
Australian Emergency Risk Management Guide” published in July 2005.
11.4 Risk Assessment and Treatment Applications
The following Australian Standard Emergency Risk Management criteria are to
be utilised in assessing risks and applying treatments.
Table 4: Qualitative Analysis Matrix
Consequences
Likelihood
Insignificant
1
Minor
2
Moderate
3
Major
4
Catastrophic
5
A (Almost Certain) H H E E E
B (Likely) M H H E E
C (Possible) L M H E E
D (Unlikely) L L M H E
E (Rare) L L E H H
E Extreme Risk Immediate action required
H High Risk Senior management attention need
M Moderate Risk Management responsibility must be specified
L Low Risk Manage by routine procedures
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 10
Table 5: Descriptions For Likelihood
Descriptor Description
Almost
Certain (A)
Is expected to occur in most circumstances; and/or high level or
recorded incidents and/or strong anecdotal evidence; and/or strong
likelihood the event will recur; and/or great opportunity, reason, or
means to occur; may occur once every year or more.
Likely (B) Will probably occur in most circumstances and/or regular recorded
incidents and strong anecdotal evidence; and/or considerable
opportunity, reason or means to occur; may occur once every five years.
Possible
(C)
Might occur at some time; and/or few, infrequent, random recorded
incidents or little anecdotal evidence and/or very few incidents in
associated or comparable organisations, facilities or communities;
and/or some opportunity, reason or means to occur; may occur once
every twenty years.
Unlikely
(D)
Is not expected to occur; and/or recorded incidents or anecdotal
evidence; and/or no recent incidents in associated organisations,
facilities or communities; and/or little opportunity, reason or means to
occur; may occur once every one hundred years.
Rare (E) May occur only in exceptional circumstances; may occur once every
five hundred or more years.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 11
Table 6 Descriptions For Consequence
Descriptor Description
Insignificant
(1)
o No injuries or fatalities. Small number or nil people are displaced
and only for short duration. Little or no personal support required
(support not monetary or material).
o Inconsequential or no damage. Little or no disruption to
community.
o No measurable impact on environment.
o Little or no financial loss.
Minor (2) o Small number of injuries but no fatalities. First aid treatment
required. Some displacement of people (less than 24 hours). Some
personal support required.
o Some damage. Some disruption (less than 24 hours).
o Small impact on environment with no lasting effects.
o Some financial loss.
Moderate
(3)
o Medical treatment required but no fatalities. Some hospitalisation.
Localised displacement of people who will return within 24 hours.
Personal support satisfied through local arrangements.
o Localised damage, which is rectified by routine arrangements.
Normal community functioning with some inconvenience.
o Some impact on the environment with no long term effect or small
impact on environment with long-term impact.
o Significant financial loss.
Major (4) o Extensive injuries, significant hospitalisation, large number of
displaced (more than 24 hours duration). External resources
required for personal support.
o Significant damage that requires external resources. Community
only partially functioning, some services available.
o Some impact on environment with long term effects.
o Significant financial loss – some financial assistance required.
Catastrophic
(5)
o Large number of severe injuries. Extended and large numbers
requiring hospitalisation. General and widespread displacement
for extended duration. Significant fatalities. Extensive personal
support.
o Extensive damage. Community unable to function without
significant support.
o Significant impact on the environment and/or permanent damage.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 12
12. TRAINING
Under the terms of the AWARE grant, FESA was to conduct two training sessions for
LEMC members on managing risks.
(1) AWARE Introduction to Recovery Management
(2) AWARE Introduction to Emergency Risk Management and Recovery
Management
The Introduction to Emergency Risk Management workshop was held in Kondinin on
22 October 2009 and was well attended by members from Kondinin, Karlgarin and
Hyden.
Introduction to Recovery Management training is set for 20 May 2010.
13. COMMUNITY CONSULTATION
Kondinin Shire ERM Community Consultation Survey Response
The Community Questionnaire regarding Emergency Risk Management circulated throughout the Shire
was well received.
A total of 200 surveys were distributed by random post office box selection.
The result being 61 surveys being returned which represents a 30% response.
The resulting analysis of the returned surveys is presented below:
Townsites
Kondinin 30
Karlgarin 7
Hyden 24
Total 61
Representing
Residential 19
Commercial 4
Industrial 1
Farming 37
Total 61
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 13
Table 7 Type of Emergency in Risk Priority
Order of Risk Risk as per Survey Survey %
1 Rural Fire 12
2 Road Traffic Accident 11
3 Storm 10
4 Flood 09
5 Urban Fire 09
6 Hazardous Material Spill 08
7 Lost Person 06
8 Air Transport Accident 05
9 Mining Accident 05
10 Grain Silo Incident 05
11 Animal Disease 05
12 Rail Accident 04
13 Earthquake 03
14 Human Epidemic 03
15 Air Pollution 02
16 Terrorism 02
17 Gas pipeline Incident 01
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 14
Table 8 Community Facilities in Risk Priority
Type of Facility Risk of Loss % Importance of Facility Risk of Loss %
1. Power .090 1. Power .078
2. Phone .078 2. Hospital .075
3. Road .076 3. Phone .075
4. Water .074 4. Residence .071
5. Commerce .068 5. Water .071
6. Residence .067 6. Road .071
7. Radio TV .063 7. Commerce .068
8. Administration .062 8. Schools .067
9. Airstrips .063 9. Airstrips .062
10. Internet Access .060 10. Radio TV .062
11. Industries .060 11. Administration .062
12. Schools .058 12. Industries .052
13. Hospitals .057 13. Public/Recreation .049
14. Public/Recreation .045 14. Sewerage .049
15. Culture/Religion .042 15. Internet access .046
16. Sewerage .037 16. Culture/Religion .042
It was noted that 93% of the returned surveys rated the value of Emergency Risk management planning
as important.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 15
14. LEMC CONSIDERATION
At a meeting of the LEMC held on 14 April 2010 the committee considered the
findings of the survey and resolved to address the top five risks initially with the full
treatment criteria and schedules in preparation of the Emergency Risk Management
Arrangements for Kondinin.
Risks to be addressed in this manner are:
(1) Rural Fire
(2) Storm
(3) Flood
(4) Hazardous Material Spill
(5) Road Traffic Accident
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 16
15. TREATMENT SCHEDULES
The following Risk Register and Schedules address the identified risks.
Table 9: Shire of Kondinin – Risk Register
SHIRE OF KONDININ - RISK REGISTER
Risk Statement Likelihood
Rating
Consequence
Rating
Level of
Risk
Action
Priority
RURAL FIRE
There is a risk that a Rural Fire will result in the
closure of major highway routes
B 3 High 3
There is a risk that a Rural Fire will result in the
loss of life of residents and visitors.
D 2 Low 1
There is a risk that a Rural fire could threaten the
lifelines causing disruption to residents of the
area
B 3 High 2
ROAD TRANSPORT ACCIDENT
There is a risk that a transport accident will cause
loss of life.
Road A
Rail B
4
4
Extreme
Extreme
1
2
There is a risk that a heavy vehicle road accident
will cause major property damage.
C 3 High 4
There is a risk of a hazardous material spill
caused by a road accident.
B 3 High 3
There is a risk that a road traffic accident will
disrupt services for 24 hours or more.
C 3 High 5
STORM
There is a risk that a severe storm will cause
substantial property damage requiring external
resources to be employed for periods of 12 hours
or more
C 3 High 1
There is a risk that a severe storm will cause
disruption to community lifelines or services for
period of 12 hours or more
C 3 High 2
FLOOD
There is a risk that a flood could cause loss of
life and harm to people‟s health.
D 4 High 1
. There is a risk that a flood could damage the
primary industry sector of the area.
C 3 High 3
There is a risk that a flood could damage the
lifelines causing disruption to the area.
C 4 Extreme 2
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SPILL
There is a risk that a hazardous material incident
could cause loss of life or harm people‟s health.
C 4 Extreme 1
There is a risk that a hazardous material spill
could cause damage to the natural environment.
C 2 Moderate 3
There is a risk that a hazardous material spill will
impinge on the economic and social well being
of the community
D 3 Moderate 2
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 17
15.1 Transport / Road Traffic Accident
EXAMPLE OF TRANSPORT/ ROAD ACCIDENT RISK ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT:
There is a risk that a road traffic accident will cause loss of life.
Who is vulnerable:
Tourists in mobile homes or towing caravans
Tourist coach and school bus operators
Road train operators
Pedestrians
Overnight courier services and general light truck freight services
General public using the road networks within the Shire of Kondinin
Traffic on the roads during holiday periods and long weekend breaks
Emergency Service Personnel responding to a risk
Drivers of all classes of vehicle suffering from fatigue
Source and Elements of Risk:
Sections of State roads between Perth and Lake Varley
Interaction between the different classes of vehicles on narrow winding or hilly
sections of the highway.
Increasing road train movements on the highway between Perth and Esperance serving
the mines near Ravensthorpe and east of Hyden
Increasing popularity of road travel and consequent increase in tourist road traffic east
and west.
Sections of local roads within the Shire of Kondinin
Possible conflict between road train operations, general public commuters and tourist
vehicles using the gravel road network in the rural sections of the Shire accessing
popular tourist spots
Flooding over road and culvert bridge damage before warning signs erected
Increasing popularity of the Hyden Norseman road as an alternative route to Norseman
Wildlife (kangaroos and emus) wandering onto road
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 18
As a consequence of road closures during the December 2007 January 2008 bushfires on the
Great Eastern Highway west of Coolgardie all road trains carting essential commodities and
materials from Perth to the Goldfields were diverted through Lake Grace and Kondinin/Hyden.
This additional heavy road traffic placed a considerable additional risk on road users in the
Kondinin Shire for an extended period. As the route is through the towns of Kondinin, Karlgarin
and Hyden there was imposed a considerable inconvenience and risk on these townships by the
increased traffic, fortunately without major incident. This contingency does however highlight
how quickly circumstances can change and how flexible the LEMC must be in planning for risk
management.
The Hyden Norseman road is a 300 km gravel access road that needs some risk analysis and
treatments carried out in the near future to reduce a potential disaster. There have already been
reported fatal incidents on this isolated stretch of road. The road is a popular alternative route to
Perth for Norseman residents and is becoming increasingly popular as an adventure route to
Coolgardie via the Victoria Rocks road.
The State Highway through Kondinin/Hyden is now being used at a greater frequency by heavy
vehicles carting equipment and materials to the mines east of Hyden and near Ravensthorpe. This
is placing a greater risk on all road traffic using this highway and an imposition on the two main
towns affected.
There is a rail link through Kondinin to Hyden, which creates the potential for a risk from railway
crossing accidents or train derailment. This possibility will require treatment in future risk
management exercises.
LIKELIHOOD: A- Almost Certain, B- Likely, C- Possible, D- Unlikely, E- Rare
CONSEQUENCE: 1- Insignificant, 2- Minor, 3- Moderate, 4- Major, 5- Catastrophic
LEVEL OF RISK: L- Low, M- Moderate, H- High, E- Extreme
QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS MATRIX
Consequences
Likelihood
Insignificant
1
Minor
2
Moderate
3
Major
4
Catastrophic
5
A (Almost Certain) H H E E E
B (Likely) M H H E E
C (Possible) L M H E E
D (Unlikely) L L M H E
E (Rare) L L E H H
E Extreme Risk Immediate action required
H High Risk Senior management attention needed
M Moderate Risk Management responsibility must be specified
L Low Risk Manage by routine procedures
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 19
RISK TREATMENT SCHEDULE (TYPE 2) Kondinin
RISK STATEMENT
There is a risk that a road traffic accident will cause loss of life
DATE:
LIKELIHOOD CONSEQUENCE LEVEL OF RISK RISK PRIORITY
A- Almost certain 4- Major E - Extreme 1
VULNERABILITY DATA
The road networks – both state and local – within the Shire of Kondinin are being subjected to
ever increasing road traffic movements. This creates the likelihood of a major road traffic accident
between the various categories of road user – Tourist coaches and school bus operators, road train
and other light truck operators, tourists in mobile homes and towing caravans general commuting
public in light vehicles, road trains carrying chemicals and dangerous goods and grain carting
trucks.
AGENCIES/GROUP (S)/PERSONS WITH EMERGENCY RISK MANAGMENT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
SOK
Main Roads
Major road transport companies
EXISTING PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
STRATEGIES
AGENCY
Road condition awareness signage and road condition press
releases
SOK, Main Roads
Road signage at appropriate locations Main Roads
Roadwise has a continuous road safety awareness program Roadwise
Shire Resources Log and Contacts List Attachment 1
SUGGESTED PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
OPTIONS
Identification and recording of any Black Spot locations on
local roads and securing funding for improvement
SOK, Main Roads
Increased number of passing lanes on State Highways Main Roads
Increased Police road patrols when staff is available WA Police
Install appropriate warning signage at the beginning of the
gravel section of the Hyden Norseman road.
Main Roads, SOK
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 20
EXISTING RESPONSE & RECOVERY STRATEGIES
SOK engineering road crew responds to local road
incidents/accidents and takes appropriate action after assessing
risk.
SOK
Main Roads designated contractors respond to State Road
incidents/accidents and take appropriate action after assessing
risk
Main Roads
Local Emergency Services respond when necessary to road
accident and hazard chemical spills
FESA (SES)
Kondinin Welfare Emergency Management Support Plan DCD
SUGGESTED RESPONSE & RECOVERY OPTIONS
Coordinated response and recovery plan under a designated
incident controller
SOK (LEMC)
RISK TREATMENT PLAN
RISK
Road Traffic Accident
RISK RATING
E – Extreme
DATE COMPILED:
RISK STATEMENT
There is a risk that a road traffic accident will cause loss of life
RISK ANALYSIS
VULNERABILITY
Tourist coaches and school bus operators, road train and other light truck operators, tourists in
mobile homes and towing caravans, general commuting public in light vehicles and road trains
carrying chemicals and dangerous goods.
RECOMMENDATION OF TREATMENT ACTIONS RESPONSIBLE OFFICE
1.Increase the number of passing lanes on State Managed
Highways
Main Roads
2.Identify and record any Black spot locations on local roads SOK
3.Increase Police road patrols WA Police
4.Installation of appropriate warning signs at the beginning of
the Hyden Norseman road gravel sections
SOK, Main Roads
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY/INDIVIDUAL
SOK, Main Roads, Police
PRIORITY STATUS
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 21
HIGH
IMPLEMENTATION
Treatment action 1 to commence as soon as possible to minimize the risk.
Treatment action 2 to be an ongoing element in Council roads program
Treatment action 3 to commence as soon as possible.
Treatment action 4 to be implemented as soon as possible
BUDGET CONSIDERATIONS
Treatment action 1 funded from Main Roads program.
Treatment option 2 funded from State and Federal Government Black Spot Grants following
application for funding.
Treatment action 3 funded through State Police Department.
Treatment action 4 from Council budget (possible black spot money).
MONITOR AND REVIEW
LEMC to monitor and review annually any progress to reducing risk
Council to make annual submission for funding improvements to identified Black Spot locations
APPROVAL FOR RECOMMENDATON IMPLEMENTATION
ORGANISATION DATE SIGNED
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 22
Assessing Treatment Options
Risk Statement These is a risk that a road traffic accident will cause loss of
life
Treatment Option 1. Increase number of passing lanes on State Highways.
2. Identify and record any Black Spot locations on local
roads and secure funding for improvement.
3. Increase Police road traffic patrols.
4. Installation of appropriate warning signs at the beginning
of the Hyden Norseman road gravel sections
Assessment for treatment
Option 2
Identify and record any Black Spot locations on local roads
and secure funding for improvement.
Assessment Criteria Questions Assessment
Cost Most cost effective or could
the same result be achieved
more cheaply by other
means?
Yes
L/G budget to allocate
provision with State and
Federal grant funding to
compliment
Timing Will the beneficial effects of
this option be quickly
realised?
Yes
Administrative Efficiency Can this option be easily
administered?
Yes, Council Engineers have
access to necessary expertise
Jurisdictional Authority Does this level of Govt have
the legislative authority to
apply this option?
Yes
Effects on the economy What will be the economic
impact of this option?
Effects on the environment What will be the
environmental impact of this
option?
Reduction in hazard material
spills
Risk reduction potential What proportion of loss will
this option prevent
Up to 75%
Risk creation Will this option itself
introduce new risks?
No
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 23
15.2 Severe Storm
EXAMPLE OF SEVERE STORM RISK ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT:
“There is a risk that a severe storm will cause substantial property damage requiring external resources
to be employed for periods of 12 hours or more.”
Who is vulnerable:
Residents whose houses are in close proximity to large trees
Motorists on roadways subject to falling trees, tree limbs or flying debris
General public exposed to falling power lines
General public exposed to flying debris
Pedestrians caught unawares in open or exposed areas
Livestock in areas exposed to the elements without protection or cover
Residents in older style dwellings built without storm protection safeguards
Aircraft – both private and commercial
Emergency Services response personnel
Sources and elements of risk:
Untrimmed large trees in urban or semi urban holdings in close proximity to residential and
commercial properties
Failure of overhead power grid infrastructure
Tree lines adjacent to roadways
Accumulated debris and loose equipment
Failure to observe or ignoring of severe weather warnings
Lack of public information on emergency situation protocols
Failure of public service infrastructure e.g. power, water, communications
Public road closure
In the event of a severe storm resulting in a flood isolating local communities the LEMC
coordinator will liaise with the relevant HMA‟s to address their areas of responsibility and
coordinate the response and recovery action. In January 2006 there was severe area flooding by
torrential rainfall from cyclone Clare. The LEMC convened on this occasion to organise all the
procedure required to help the community cope with the incident and direct the Recovery action.
Flooding has a consequential effect on the local economy so any mitigating action that can reduce
future flooding must be implemented. The Hyden area has the potential for isolation from
flooding.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 24
LIKELIHOOD: A- Almost Certain, B- Likely, C- Possible, D- Unlikely, E- Rare
CONSEQUENCE: 1- Insignificant, 2- Minor, 3- Moderate, 4- Major, 5- Catastrophic
LEVEL OF RISK: L- Low, M- Moderate, H- High, E- Extreme
QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS MATRIX
Consequences
Likelihood
Insignificant
1
Minor
2
Moderate
3
Major
4
Catastrophic
5
A (Almost Certain) H H E E E
B (Likely) M H H E E
C (Possible) L M H E E
D (Unlikely) L L M H E
E (Rare) L L E H H
E Extreme Risk Immediate action required
H High Risk Senior management attention needed
M Moderate Risk Management responsibility must be specified
L Low Risk Manage by routine procedures
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 25
RISK TREATMENT SCHEDULE (TYPE 2) Kondinin
RISK STATEMENT
There is a risk that a severe storm will cause substantial
property damage requiring external resources to be employed
for periods of 12 hours or more
DATE:
LIKELIHOOD CONSEQUENCE LEVEL OF RISK RISK PRIORITY
C- Possible
3- Moderate H- High 1
VULNERABILITY DATA
Residents in close proximity to large trees; motorists exposed to falling trees, limbs or flying
debris; pedestrians in exposed areas; livestock in exposed areas; older type residences without
storm condition safeguards; overhead power line failure
AGENCIES/GROUP (S)/PERSONS WITH EMERGENCY RISK MANAGEMENT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Shire of Kondinin
Horizon Power
Main Roads
EXISTING PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
STRATEGIES
AGENCY
SOK road crew mobilization capability SOK
Horizon Power emergency response callout crew Horizon Power
SUGGESTED PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
OPTIONS
Continuous upgrade and maintenance of overhead power
mains
Horizon Power
Install underground power mains Horizon Power
Public awareness campaign regarding dangers of untrimmed
high trees in close proximity to residence
LEMC, SOK, Horizon Power
EXISTING RESPONSE & RECOVERY STRATEGIES
SES Volunteers – trained and resourced FESA
Horizon Power – local response team Horizon Power
LEMC – Emergency Management Arrangements SOK
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 26
DCD – Kondinin Welfare Emergency Management Support
Plan
DCD
Shire Resources Log and Contacts List Attachment 1
SUGGESTED RESPONSE & RECOVERY OPTIONS
Most HMA have response plans in place. Recovery
procedures need addressing
LEMC
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 27
RISK TREATMENT PLAN – Kondinin
RISK
Severe Storm
RISK RATING
H – High
DATE COMPILED:
RISK STATEMENT
There is a risk that a severe storm will cause substantial property damage requiring external
resources to be employed for periods of 12 hours or more
RISK ANALYSIS
VULNERABILITY
Residents in close proximity to large trees; motorists on roadways exposed to falling trees, limbs
and debris; general public exposed to falling power lines, general public and livestock exposed to
the elements without protection; aircraft
RECOMMENDATION OF TREATMENT ACTIONS RESPONSIBLE OFFICE
1.Identification and recording of major risk areas in priority
order in a risk register
SOK (LEMC), Horizon Power
2Horizon Power continuous maintenance program Horizon Power
3.Education campaign for residents and commercial property
owners in close proximity to large trees advising of risk
SOK (LEMC)
4.Timely advance weather warnings through the media Bureau of Meteorology
5.Convert all overhead mains to underground Horizon Power
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY/INDIVIDUALSOLG, Horizon Power, Bureau of Meteorology
1. PRIORITY STATUS
High
IMPLEMENTATION
All treatment options to be implemented by appropriate HMA
BUDGET CONSIDERATIONS
Treatments 1, 3, 4 funded from SOK budget
Treatment 2 to be funded from Horizon Power budget
MONITOR AND REVIEW
LEMC to monitor and review annually
APPROVAL FOR RECOMMENDATON IMPLEMENTATION
ORGANISATION DATE SIGNED
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 28
Assessment for treatment
Option 2
Education campaign for residents and commercial property
owners in close proximity to large trees advising of risk
Assessment Criteria Questions Assessment
Cost Is this option the most cost
effective or could the same
result be achieved more
cheaply by other means?
Yes
Timing Will the beneficial effects of
this option be quickly
realised?
Yes
Administrative Efficiency Can this option be easily
administered?
Yes. Council Rangers could
advise on this. Horizon Power
can also undertake role.
Jurisdictional Authority Does this level of Govt have
the legislative authority to
apply this option?
Yes
Effects on the economy What will be the economic
impact of this option?
Reduction of risk.
Effects on the environment What will be the
environmental impact of this
option?
Reduction of damage.
Risk reduction potential What proportion of loss will
this option prevent
75%
Risk creation Will this option itself
introduce new risks?
No
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 29
15.3 FLOOD
EXAMPLE OF FLOOD ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT There is a risk that a flood could damage the lifelines causing disruption to the area.
Vulnerability:
Residents located in low lying or flood prone areas
Overhead power lines supplies disrupted by eroded falling poles
Roads cut by flood damage
Culverts and floodways incapable of handling water flow
Road traffic negotiating flooded roads
Business relying upon power supplies
Sources and Elements of Risk:
Highways and Shire secondary roads
Overhead powerlines
Communication cables
Water and sewerage supplies and connections
Inability to access stranded Livestock
SHIRE OF KONDININ – RISK TREATMENT SCHEDULE (Type 2)
RISK STATEMENT There is a risk that a flood could damage the lifelines causing
disruption to the area.
DATE
LIKELIHOOD CONSEQUENCE LEVEL OF RISK RISK PRIORITY
B –Likely 4 - Major Extreme 1
VULNERABILITY DATA
In incidents of severe flooding normal watercourses are incapable of handling the volume
of water captured from large open cleared areas of farmland. This creates problems with
wash outs of culverts, erosion of paddocks, flooding over road network floodways,
damage to roads and possible erosion of overhead power poles causing them to fall.
Townsites become flooded because storm water cannot run off fast enough through
normal drainage channels. Both Kondinin and Hyden are built on relatively flat locations
that exacerbate the problem during severe flooding.
AGENCIES/GROUP (S)/PERSONS WITH EMERGENCY RISK MANAGEMENT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Shire of Kondinin
Mainroads WA
Horizon Power
Telecom
EXISTING PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
STRATEGIES
AGENCY
Water depth warning signs on roads SOK, Mainroads WA
Floodways on major and secondary roads to compliment SOK, Mainroads WA
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 30
culverts
Media flood warnings LEMC, Dept Meteorology
SUGGESTED PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
OPTIONS
AGENCY
Improved floodway and culvert design in identified
flood prone areas
SOK, Mainroads WA
EXISTING RESPONSE & RECOVERY
STRATEGIES
AGENCY
Shire and Mainroads turn out crews SOK, Mainroads WA
Local Volunteer Emergency Services personnel FESA, St John Ambulance,
SUGGESTED RESPONSE & RECOVERY
OPTIONS
AGENCY
Joint Training exercises that address flooding response
and roles of all agencies
LEMC
SHIRE OF KONDININ – RISK TREATMENT PLAN
RISK
Flood RISK RATING
Extreme DATE COMPILED
RISK STATEMENT There is a risk that a flood could damage the lifelines causing disruption to the area.
RISK ANALYSIS
The risk of flooding is intermittent and occurs at irregular intervals. In most instances
flooding occurs without much prior warning. As a consequence it is difficult to plan and
to commit funding to flood mitigation as a priority action in Council budgets. It is a fact
that most flood damage control occurs after the event with repair done to reduce the
possibility of a future similar event.
RECOMMENDATION OF TREATMENT ACTIONS RESPONSIBLE OFFICE
1. Continuous upgrading of culverts and floodways in
flood prone areas
SOK, Mainroads WA
2. Improved signage on roads in flood prone areas SOK, Mainroads WA
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY/INDIVIDUAL
SOK, Mainroads WA
PRIORITY STATUS
High
IMPLEMENTATION
All treatment options should be ongoing
BUDGET CONSIDERATIONS
The Shire and Mainroads can both include funding in their respective road works
program to address this issue.
MONITOR AND REVIEW
LEMC and SOK on an annual basis
APPROVAL FOR RECOMMENDATON IMPLEMENTATION
ORGANISATION DATE SIGNED
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 31
Assessment for treatment
Option 1
Continuous upgrading of culverts and floodways in
flood prone areas
Assessment Criteria Questions Assessment
Cost Is this option the most cost
effective or could the same
result be achieved more
cheaply by other means?
Yes
Timing Will the beneficial effects of
this option be quickly
realised?
No but benefit will be
realised over time
Administrative Efficiency Can this option be easily
administered?
Yes. Council works staff can
handle this.
Jurisdictional Authority Does this level of Govt have
the legislative authority to
apply this option?
Yes
Effects on the economy What will be the economic
impact of this option?
Reduction of risk and
disruption to services.
Effects on the environment What will be the
environmental impact of this
option?
Reduction of water damage.
Risk reduction potential What proportion of loss will
this option prevent
50%
Risk creation Will this option itself
introduce new risks?
No
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 32
15.4 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SPILL
EXAMPLE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SPILL ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT
“There is a risk that a hazardous material spill could damage lifelines causing disruption to the
area”.
Vulnerability:
General public using roads network in the Shire of Kondinin
Residents located in close proximity to heavy transport routes
Road transport operators
Environment being impacted by hazardous materials
Mine sites
Motorists contaminated with hazardous material in a traffic accident
Emergency personnel involved in handling the incident
Roads network
Sources and Elements of Risk:
Sections of Brookton Highway between Brookton and Kondinin
Sections of the Highway between Kondinin and Hyden
Sections of the Highway between Hyden and Lake King
Sections of the Highway between Kondinin and Kulin
Sections of all the secondary roads network in the Shire
Secondary roads servicing mining sites
Road trains and trucks carting hazardous materials
Emergency personnel and others involved in clean up activities
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 33
SHIRE OF KONDININ – RISK TREAMENT SCHEDULE (Type 2)
RISK STATEMENT
There is a risk that a hazardous material spill could damage lifelines
causing disruption to the area.
DATE
LIKELIHOOD CONSEQUENCE LEVEL OF
RISK
RISK
PRIORITY
C – Possible 4 - Major Extreme 3
VULNERABILITY DATA Heavy road transport and road trains are the primary means of transporting commodities within the Shire of
Kondinin. Some grain is transported by train. The mining industry consumes a huge quantity of hazardous
chemicals in their ore treatment plants. These chemicals are carted by road. In the event of a road accident
and consequent hazardous material spill, all road users are vulnerable as well as any residents living in close
proximity to a spill site. Any spills on mine sites will impact on mining operations. The environment is
always at risk with any hazardous material spill. Past incidents of heavy vehicle accidents resulting in
hazardous material spills have necessitated the closure of main highway links for extended periods while the
spill was cleaned up or contained. In most instances heavy cranes and front end loaders are required to be
mobilised from adjoining areas to assist at the scene.
Another risk element of heavy road transport on Kondinin Shire roads is the possibility of conflict between
heavy vehicles and other road users. Particularly at risk are tourists with caravans who are not familiar with
the roads and the length of some of the road trains. There is potential for an accident between these
commuters and road trains.
Wave Rock near Hyden is a famous tourist destination that attracts in excess of 26,000 visitors a year
all primarily by road which adds to the potential for conflict and disruption if roads are closed.
AGENCIES/GROUP (S)/PERSONS WITH EMERGENCY RISK MANAGEMENT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Police - Road train operators ensuring safe loading practices
- Crane Operators - Chemical companies ensuring safe containers are in use
- Mainroads WA - FESA – emergency management response agencies (VFRS, SES)
- DOR dangerous goods inspectors
EXISTING PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
STRATEGIES
AGENCY
Correct labelling of materials on road transport using hazardous
material codes
Road transport companies
Trained response personnel and strategically placed equipment FESA
Mine Rescue crews Mining Industry
Roads upgrades to remove black spots and dangerous conditions Mainroads, Shire of
Kondinin
SUGGESTED PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
OPTIONS
AGENCY
Ensure that no dangerous mix of chemicals are carted on the same
load
Road transport operators
Warning signs on roads indicating the potential danger of road
trains by indicating their length.
Mainroads WA
Inspection of chemical loads on trucks by Mainroads or DOR
inspectors to ensure compliance with regulations
Mainroads WA, DOR
EXISTING RESPONSE & RECOVERY STRATEGIES AGENCY
1. FESA volunteer and career emergency personnel FESA
2. Mine Rescue Crews Mining Industry
3. Main Roads Crews Mainroads WA
SUGGESTED RESPONSE & RECOVERY OPTIONS AGENCY
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 34
SHIRE OF KONDININ – RISK TREATMENT PLAN
RISK
Hazardous Material Spill RISK RATING
Extreme
DATE COMPILED
RISK STATEMENT
There is a risk that a hazardous material spill could damage lifelines causing disruption
to the area
RISK ANALYSIS
The road network within the Shire of Kondinin is expected to carry a range of
commodities and consumables required by the mining and farming industry. The only
means of servicing mining sites and farming enterprises with necessary operational
requirements is by road. There is always the risk of a road traffic accident resulting in a
hazardous material spill. There is a consequent possible conflict between the heavy
vehicle operators and other road users including tourists with caravans and small vehicle
commuters. The Shire has an ongoing road works program designed to keep the
secondary gravel roads network in good trafficable condition. Personnel involved in the
cleanup of hazardous material spills are also placed at risk.
FESA volunteer fire and rescue service in Kondinin and Hyden Hazardous Material
Decontamination equipment and procedures to deal with patients and emergency services
personnel involved in a hazardous material incident on the roads.
RECOMMENDATION OF TREATMENT ACTIONS RESPONSIBLE OFFICE
1. Spot checks of hazardous material loads to ensure
compliance with dangerous goods signage.
Police, Main Roads Heavy
Haulage Inspectors, DOR
dangerous goods inspectors
2. Highway and secondary roads signage making
motoring public aware of the hazards.
Mainroads, Roadwise, Shire
of Kondinin
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY/INDIVIDUAL
- Police - DOR dangerous goods inspectors
- Mainroads - Main Roads Heavy Haulage inspectors
- Roadwise - Shire of Kondinin
PRIORITY STATUS
1. Implementation as part of Police, Main roads and DOR highway patrols - High
2. Road signage by Mainroads as an ongoing program – High
IMPLEMENTATION
Both strategies can be implemented as soon as possible
BUDGET CONSIDERATIONS
Responsible agencies can accommodate these treatments within existing budgets.
MONITOR AND REVIEW
Annual review by LEMC
APPROVAL FOR RECOMMENDATON IMPLEMENTATION
ORGANISATION DATE SIGNED
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 35
SHIRE OF KONDININ – CRITERIA FOR ASSESSING TREATMENT OPTIONS
Risk Treatment Option Hazardous Material Spill
Assessment for treatment
option 1
Spot checks on hazardous material loads to ensure compliance
with dangerous goods signage requirements
Criteria Questions Assessment
Cost Is this option affordable?
Is it the most cost effective?
Yes – add in to Police patrol
duties
Timing Will the beneficial effects of this
option be quickly realised?
Yes
Administrative Efficiency Can this option be easily
administered or will its
application be neglected because
of difficulty of administration or
lack of expertise?
Yes, there is existing capacity
to administer this option
Effect on the economy What will be the economic
impacts of this option?
No perceived impact
Effects on the environment What will be the environmental
impacts of this option?
Reduced risk of pollution
Risk creation Will this option itself introduce
new risks?
No
Jurisdictional authority Does this level of Government
have the legislative authority to
apply this option? If not, can
higher levels be encouraged to do
so?
Yes
Risk reduction potential What proportion of the losses due
to this risk will this option
prevent?
Could be up to 25%
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 36
15.5 Rural Fire
EXAMPLE OF RURAL FIRE ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT ANALYSIS
RISK STATEMENT:
“There is a risk that a Rural Fire will result in loss of life of residents and visitors.”
Vulnerability:
Road Transport operators using road networks
Tourist with caravans, campers, mobile homes
All small vehicle road commuters
Campers – family groups camping in remote locations
Commuters experiencing vehicle malfunction in remote locations
Farm owners
Mining sites and exploration camps
Townsite residences or buildings in close proximity to dense bush
Wildlife and domestic stock
Sources and Elements of Risk:
Dense scrubland
Isolated locations hosting camping areas
Lack of mobile phone network
Temperature on the day (hot or cold wind conditions)
Highways and secondary roads in path of bushfire
Lack of turn around areas on major highways capable of accommodating road trains
Shortage of truck bays large enough to accommodate a number of road trains at any one
time.
Insufficient truck passing lanes on major highways
Inadequate fire breaks.
Build up of roadside vegetation creating a fire hazard.
Lightning strikes.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 37
SHIRE OF KONDININ – RISK TREATMENT SCHEDULE (Type 2)
RISK STATEMENT
There is a risk that a Rural Fire will cause loss of life of
residents and visitors.
DATE
LIKELIHOOD CONSEQUENCE LEVEL OF RISK RISK PRIORITY
A – Almost Certain 4 – Major E – Extreme risk 1 VULNERABILITY DATA The Kondinin Shire is subjected to severe bushfires on an annual basis. These fire are generally
monitored by bushfire brigades, DEC or the local Council and where required contained within
constructed firebreaks. The large uninhabited areas of the Shire make this arrangement possible. From
time to time however a major fire occurs along the major road routes within the Shire usually burning
for many kilometres along both sides of the Highway. These fires require deployment of personnel
and resources such as loaders, dozers, graders and fire appliances to contain and extinguish them so as
to remove the hazard from road users. An inhibiting factor on all roads in the Shire is a lack of turn
around areas that could accommodate road trains, no passing lanes and parking bays too small to
handle a number of road trains or heavy vehicles at the same time.
AGENCIES/GROUP (S)/PERSONS WITH EMERGENCY RISK MANAGEMENT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
FESA, Kondinin Shire Council, Police, Bush Fire Brigades, DEC, LEMC
EXISTING PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
STRATEGIES
AGENCY
Some road side vegetation clearing Main Roads WA
Locally based trained fire brigades FESA
Back up Regional SES units FESA
Fire breaks around townsites Shire of Kondinin
Weather reports Dept Meteorology
SUGGESTED PREVENTION & PREPAREDNESS
OPTIONS
AGENCY
Clearing of all vegetation from road verge water tables Mainroads WA, Shire
Provide strategically placed road train turn around bays
along the Major Highways and major secondary roads in
the Shire
Mainroads WA. Shire, DEC
Enlarge existing roadside parking areas so they can
accommodate a number of road trains at one time.
Mainroads WA
Construct roadside parking bays and road train turn
around bays at strategic locations along Shire secondary
roads.
Shire of Kondinin
EXISTING RESPONSE & RECOVERY
STRATEGIES
AGENCY
Call out and mobilisation procedures and equipment Police, FESA, Shire of
Kondinin, Mainroads WA
Weather reports used for decision making All agencies
SUGGESTED RESPONSE & RECOVERY
OPTIONS
AGENCY
Coordination of control by all agencies involved LEMC
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 38
SHIRE OF KONDININ – RISK TREATMENT PLAN
RISK
Rural Fire RISK RATING
Extreme DATE COMPILED
RISK STATEMENT
There is a risk that a Rural Fire will result in the loss of life of residents and visitors.
RISK ANALYSIS
The Shire of Kondinin covers an area of 7340 sq km. The Shire has a number of mining
operations scattered throughout the area. Each of these mining sites generally only
encompasses an area of approx 50 ha. In the event of a rural fire these small sites are very
vulnerable and incorporate expensive infrastructure, which requires protection. Mining
companies do have resources available to combat a bushfire in the first instance. The
Shire controls over 1400 km of secondary roads and includes approx 250 km of the
Brookton Highway. The townsites of Karlgarin and Hyden are surrounded by bushland.
Kondinin and Hyden have established and trained FESA fire brigade units. Firebreaks are
established around all towns and locations but only receive minimal annual maintenance.
The Wave Rock complex is very vulnerable to damage from bush fire.
RECOMMENDATION OF TREATMENT ACTIONS RESPONSIBLE OFFICE
.
1. Maintenance of strategic fire breaks around all the
mentioned towns and locations
Shire of Kondinin.
2. Construction of road train turn around areas along
Highways and Shire secondary roads
Mainroads WA, Shire of
Kondinin
RESPONSIBLE AGENCY/INDIVIDUAL
- LEMC - Shire of Kondinin
- FESA - Mainroads WA
PRIORITY STATUS
High
IMPLEMENTATION
Implementation of all treatment actions should be considered as soon as possible.
BUDGET CONSIDERATIONS
Shire can budget for the strategic firebreak maintenance. The road train turn around areas
can be incorporated in Mainroads WA budget and Shire road works programs.
MONITOR AND REVIEW
Annual review by LEMC
APPROVAL FOR RECOMMENDATON IMPLEMENTATION
ORGANISATION DATE SIGNED
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 39
SHIRE OF KONDININ – CRITERIA FOR ASSESSING TREATMENT OPTIONS
Risk Treatment Option Rural Fire
Assessment for treatment
option 1
Maintenance of strategic fire breaks around all the mentioned
towns and locations
Criteria Questions Assessment
Cost Is this option affordable?
Is it the most cost effective?
Yes – add in to Ranger patrol
duties and works program
Timing Will the beneficial effects of this
option be quickly realised?
Yes
Administrative Efficiency Can this option be easily
administered or will its
application be neglected because
of difficulty of administration or
lack of expertise?
Yes, there is existing capacity
to administer this option
Effect on the economy What will be the economic
impacts of this option?
No perceived impact
Effects on the environment What will be the environmental
impacts of this option?
Reduced risk of fire damage
Risk creation Will this option itself introduce
new risks?
No
Jurisdictional authority Does this level of Government
have the legislative authority to
apply this option? If not, can
higher levels be encouraged to do
so?
Yes
Risk reduction potential What proportion of the losses due
to this risk will this option
prevent?
Could be up to 50%
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 40
APPENDIX 1
FESA – AWARE PROGRAM APPLICATION FORM
PART 1 : Application Details
Name of Local Government
Shire of KONDININ
Postal Address of Local Government
PO Box 7 Kondinin 6367
Street Address
Gordon Street Kondinin 6367
Name of Contact Person
Alan George
Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Shire of Kondinin
Council liaison officer on both Kondinin and Hyden Local Emergency Management Committees
Ph: 98 891 006
Fax: 98 891 197
Email : [email protected]
ABN 46 617 706 610
Yes – Registered for GST
PART 2: REQUEST DETAILS
AWARE Strategy Options
Grant Scheme - Yes
Training - Yes
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 41
Workshop Topics
Course Topic - Emergency Risk Management
- Recovery Management
Preferred months – September and November
Number of people to attend training: 15 - 20
Training Venue available - Council Chambers or alternative hall
Venue facilities – Tea/coffee, White Board, Projector screen, Data/LCD projector
Target Audience – Volunteers from Emergency Services (FRS, Bushfires, SES, St John
Ambulance) backed up with career personnel (eg Police, FRS)
HMA personnel
GRANT SCHEME
Describe the purpose of the Grant.
To involve the Community and Stakeholders in identifying hazards perceived to be a threat to the
community.
To prepare strategies aimed at reducing or minimising the effects of an emergency and reducing the
vulnerability of a community to the hazard.
To research and document the ramifications of the hazard deemed to be the most significant based on
the findings of the community consultation process
To undertake training programs based on addressing the prime hazard identified but not excluding
general principles of Emergency Management.
Funding Sources.
Total cost of this proposal (inc GST) $ 32,000
Amount contributed by Local Authority $ 3,000
Contribution in kind $ 2,000
Amount from other sources $
Amount requested from AWARE program (inc GST) $ 27,000
Start Date November 2009
Completion Date April 2010
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 42
PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN
1. Project definition
1.1 Background
The Kondinin Shire is currently without a defined Emergency Risk Management Plan
and is exposed to a number of identified hazards.
The development of a contingent emergency risk management plan is essential for the
protection and welfare of the community.
The Shire includes three main localities of Kondinin, Karlgarin and Hyden.
There are two LEMC one in Kondinin and one in Hyden
An Emergency Management Arrangement will be prepared by an officer of Council,
seconded for the purpose, in conjunction with the LEMC‟s.
1.2 Purpose of the project
To produce a number of risk reduction strategies for use by all the community and
emergency service providers in an Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
document.
1.3 Objectives
To bring together all the stakeholders, community representatives, volunteer and career
emergency service personnel toward producing the risk reduction strategies, by
utilising the combined resources and ideas of all agencies
To involve the Community and Stakeholders in identifying hazards
perceived to be a threat to the community.
To prepare strategies aimed at reducing or minimising the effects of an
emergency and reducing the vulnerability of a community to the
hazard.
To research and document the ramifications of the hazard deemed to
be the most Significant, based on the findings of the community
consultation process
To undertake training programs based on addressing the prime hazard
identified but not excluding general principles of Emergency
Management
The benefits of the Grant:
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 43
Identification of the risks in the Kondinin Shire and documenting them in an appropriate
arrangement report will provide the Council and two LEMC‟s with the information required to prepare
Emergency Risk Management strategies for the future.
Addressing the identified risks will coordinate the activities of the local HMA unde the
LEMC‟s by collectively working on an EM plan Addressing the hazards of fire, flood, storm, road
usage, chemical and fuel cartage and storage, tourist activities and any other identified risks.
This will lead to preparation of Emergency Management procedures to reduce the hazards
and manage the emergency. The Grants will help with the Community and Stakeholder consultation
process and implementation of the emergency management arrangements
1.4 Scope
The project will cover all perceived hazards and risks, place a priority on them and
identify a major specific hazard to concentrate on in the first instance with other
hazards being addressed in time. The project will be flexible enough to cover all
hazardous contingencies in the first instance.
1.5 Authority
The project will be coordinated by the Shire of Kondinin as the statutory body in
conjunction with the local Police, Kondinin LEMC and Hyden LEMC. Statutory
authority for these arrangements comes under the provisions of the Local Government
Act 1995 and the Emergency Management Act 2005
1.6 Emergency risk management committee
The Shire has two local emergency risk management committee‟s (LEMC), one in
Hyden and one in Kondinin, that have been operational for some years but to date have
not had the resources to develop a meaningful emergency management plan. This
application will provide the resources for Council to address this shortfall.
1.7 Project manager
Alan George the Deputy Chief Executive Officer with the Shire of Kondinin will
manage the project.
2. Project Plan
2.1 Context
Legislation
Legislative Authority for the preparation of the Emergency Risk Management
Arrangements comes from the Local Government Act 1995 and the Emergency
Management Act 2005 and FESA Policy Statement No 7 “WA Emergency Management
Arrangements”.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 44
Community description – demographics
The Shire of Kondinin administration centre is located in Kondinin 280 km south east
of Perth in the Central Eastern Wheatbelt. The Shire with a population of 1,100 covers an
area of 7,340 sq km and includes the communities of Kondinin, Karlgarin and Hyden.
Kondinin promotes “Heritage of Red Soils Rich”, Karlgarin promotes “Small and Proud”,
Hyden promotes “Bush Living at its Best” and includes the famous Wave Rock tourist
development. Hyden is the Western access to the Granite Woodlands Discovery Trail that
links Norseman 300 to the East.
Environmental description
The Shire is a broad acre farming environment catering for grain growing and farm
animal production. It includes large outcrops of granite rocks and a spread of salt lakes
scattered throughout the region.
2.2 Method
The project will be implemented through a series of public meetings that will lay down
the guidelines for the development of the risk reduction strategies.
Three public meetings are planned with the intention of attracting a range of different
people to the forum to gain the broadest possible input from the community.
A community questionnaire will be circulated inviting public comment on perceived
risks and hazards in the Shire
The findings will be collated for expansion by a dedicated officer into the working
plan.
2.3 Tasks and responsibilities
It will be the responsibility of the Project Manager to ensure that the project enjoys a
free flowing movement and that the key players are afforded ample time to make input
into the planning process. Ensuring the attendance and input from the appropriate
community people will be the role of the Project manager.
2.4 Timetable
It is planned that the process will take nine months to produce the final working
document.
The replacement staff member could be utilised over a period of nine to twelve months
to prepare the relevant documentation
The project will commence immediately upon advice that the Grant application was
successful and progressively stage develop to completion.
2.5 Resource and responsibilities
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 45
Human Resources
The resources of the Council administration will be utilised together with the Police
officers charged with the responsibility of the LEMC „s.
All volunteers involved in the emergency services such as Bushfire Brigades, Fire and
Rescue Service, State Emergency Service, St John Ambulance etc will be called on to
contribute from experience in their role as front line on the ground operators.
All local HMA will be expected to contribute.
Physical Resources
Council administration facilities will be made available together with all
communication and technology resources systems.
Budget Breakdown
Salaries and on costs 23000.00
Public meetings 2000.00
Preparation and publication of reports 3000.00
Stationary and incidentals 3000.00
Venue Hire 1000.00
Total 32000.00
3. Project implementation
3.1 Communication and consultation plan
The local media will be encouraged to support the project and report progressively on
developments.
Regular meetings will be held with the two LEMC‟s and other stakeholders.
Regular contact will be made with FESA personnel.
Public consultation results will be reported in the media
3.2 Monitoring and review
It will be an important element of the project to have a constant review process in place
to monitor the progress of the risk reduction strategies and to ensure accountability in
line with the terms of the grants. Timelines will be determined as the project
progresses.
3.3 Marketing plan
A public awareness campaign will be launched on receipt of the grants and ongoing
updates will be fed to the media as significant progress is made.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 46
On completion of the draft strategies and the community review process the availability
of the final product will be communicated to the public through the media and
appropriate agencies.
3.4 Training plan
The training plan will be developed in conjunction with FESA officers who will be
conducting the training as agreed.
3.5 Documentation
The risk reduction strategies will be in the Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Report, which will be prepared and bound by professional staff skilled in this area.
The document presentation will allow for amendments and changes over time.
Minute of meetings will be recorded and adopted as the public record of proceedings.
The FESA contact will be involved through all phases of the project
3.6 Information management
The Kondinin Shire Council comprehensive filing and information technology system
will be utilised to record and preserve all the project information.
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 47
APPENDIX 2
Shire of Kondinin
AWARE PROGRAM – COMMUNITY QUESTIONAIRE
EMERGENCY RISK MANAGEMENT
1. Within which Town in the Shire of Kondinin are you a resident?
Kondinin Karlgarin Hyden
2. What type of property do you occupy?
Residential Commercial Industrial
Please place your response for all listed events where
1 = no risk up to 5 = certain risk
3. In your opinion, what is the likelihood (risk) of any of the
following emergencies occurring in your community.
3.1 Type of Emergency Risk Ranking
Low High
Air Transport Emergency 1 2 3 4 5
Storm / Tempest / Cyclone 1 2 3 4 5
Earthquake 1 2 3 4 5
Animal Disease 1 2 3 4 5
Rural Fire ( Bush, Reserves ) 1 2 3 4 5
Urban Fire ( Town buildings ) 1 2 3 4 5
Flood 1 2 3 4 5
Hazardous Materials Spill 1 2 3 4 5
Human Epidemic 1 2 3 4 5
Air Pollution 1 2 3 4 5
Grain Silo Fire 1 2 3 4 5
Lost Persons 1 2 3 4 5
Road Transport Accident 1 2 3 4 5
Terrorism 1 2 3 4 5
Rail Accident 1 2 3 4 5
Mining Accident 1 2 3 4 5
Gas Pipeline Rupture 1 2 3 4 5
Other Considerations 1 2 3 4 5
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 48
4. In an Emergency, some community facilities may be at risk of loss. In your opinion, what
is the risk of loss and how important is each asset to you?
Type of Facility Risk of Loss of Facility Importance of Facility
Low High Low High
Hospital 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Residential buildings 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Utilities – Power 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Utilities – Water 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Utilities - sewerage 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Road Access 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Internet Access 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Schools 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Communications (phone) 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Radio and Television 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Industries 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Commercial Outlets 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
(shops, service stations)
Administration 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
( Council, Government Agencies)
Culture & Religious 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Public/Recreation 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Airstrips 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
Other 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5
5. What is your opinion of the value in developing Emergency Management Plans for the
Community?
Low High
1 2 3 4 5
Thank you for participating in this survey. Please forward your response in the attached reply paid
envelope or deliver to the Shire of Kondinin Administration Office
Gordon St or PO Box 7 Kondinin 6367
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 49
APPENDIX 3: LEMC CONTACT LIST
Life Threatening Emergency 000
Shire of Kondinin 9889 1006
0429 891 006 AH
0427 891 812 Works Manager
Kondinin Police 9889 1100
Kondinin Hospital 9894 1222
FESA Kondinin 9889 1015
9889 1114 OIC
FESA Hyden 9880 5255
9880 5420 OIC
Silver Chain Hyden 9880 5021
Shire of Kondinin Emergency Risk Management Arrangements
Prepared: April 2010 50