Safeguard Your Service, Master Emergency Preparedness
Unforeseen events from natural disasters to infrastructure failures pose critical risks to NDIS participants and providers alike. Whether you are managing a facility or community access, this Emergency and Disaster Management Plan template provides a robust framework to protect the health, safety, and wellbeing of everyone involved. From assigning clear governance roles to mapping out recovery steps, this tool ensures your organisation is compliant, resilient, and ready to respond when it matters most.
Inside the guide, you’ll find:
- Governance & Role Clarity: Define specific responsibilities for Emergency Controllers, Site Wardens, and Team Leads to ensure decisive leadership and clear delegations during a crisis.
- Comprehensive Risk Assessment: A structured matrix to assess likelihood, impact, and controls for hazards ranging from bushfires and floods to ICT failures and disease outbreaks .
- Participant-Specific Planning: Dedicated templates to create Personal Emergency Management Plans that detail mobility risks, communication needs, and specific evacuation strategies for every individual.
- Structured Response Procedures: Step-by-step workflows guiding staff clearly from the initial trigger and immediate actions through to communication and documentation.
- Service Continuity Strategies: Practical planning sections to identify critical supports—such as medication and personal care—and establish backup arrangements for staffing, transport, and supplies .
- Recovery & Restoration: Guidance on assessing damage, debriefing staff, and implementing lessons learned to safely return to normal operations after an event .
Download your Emergency and Disaster Management Plan Template today and build a safer, more resilient provider environment.