This Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is to advise SABC Members and visitors of actions in case of an emergency situation or incident on or near the airfield. The intent of the plan is to enhance safety and effectiveness of response and coordination. The plan is organised with three phases:
Readiness
Response – separated section for ease of use
Recovery
SABC Members should make themselves aware of the structure and actions of this document. Members should prepare to take control, action and support a response within the scope of this ERP.
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 | Sport Aircraft Builders Club Serpentine Airfield Lot 164 / 286 Yangedi Rd, Hopeland WA 6125 | EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN (ERP) |
| Purpose | This Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is to advise SABC Members and visitors of actions in case of an emergency situation or incident on or near the airfield. The intent of the plan is to enhance safety and effectiveness of response and coordination. The plan is organised with three phases:ReadinessResponse – separated section for ease of useRecoverySABC Members should make themselves aware of the structure and actions of this document.Members should prepare to take control, action and support a response within the scope of this ERP. | |||||
| Original | June 2021 | This Version | Q1 2025 v1 | Next Review | Q1 2027 | |
| Airfield Resources and Considerations | ||||||
| Airfield Alarm | The Airfield has an Alarm that is activated by push button control on the side of the Club Maintenance Hangar.Activate the Alarm by fully depressing the button. After release the Alarm generates a loud wailing siren for several minutes.  | |||||
| First AidDR SABC D | Dangerconsider danger to yourself and othersResponseaccording to this plan as far as safe and practicableSendAirfield AlarmsCall Emergency services – 000Airways, Breathing, Circulation, DefibrillatorsManaging injuriesPerforming CPRUse of SABC Defibrillators |
| Incident Controller(IC) | The Incident Controller (IC) sets priorities and defines the organization of the incident response teams in accordance with this ERP.The role of IC should be assumed by a Member at the earliest opportunity. IC role may agree to hand over to another Member if required.Club President, Committee Members or Fire Officer may take over the IC role or delegate an IC at an appropriate time to suit the situation.IC should establish a Command Post in the Club House library.A vest to identify the IC will be located with the First Aid Kit (FAK) in the Club House |
| On Scene Coord(OSC) | The On Scene Coordinator (OSC) coordinates rescue and response sites. For large scale Emergency such fires there may be several OSC. |
| Muster Points(see map) | Primary Muster point is the tarmac area to the south of the Club House. If safe the assembled members and visitors can move to the rear covered area of the Club House.Secondary Muster Point is inside the main gate in case of danger in the area near Club House. |
| Fire Fighting Appliance(FFA) | SABC FFA is based on a 4×4 Isuzu FSS 4X4 Dual Cab Truck which requires an MR or HR Drivers License. Members with authorisation and training in use of FFA and should be allocated its use. Training is provided by the SABC Fire Officer.FFA is fitted with a water tank with a diesel driven pressure pump. Storage lockers contain fire hose, nozzles and couplings.Primary resupply water location is between the parking carport and SABC Club hangar. Alternately the hydrants can be used once the ring fire main is pressurised. |
| Fire Water Systems(see map) | The airfield has a ring fire main with fixed hydrant points located at key locations shown in the attached Map. There is a sprinkler system connected to cover bush areas to the western side of Taxiway Delta.Pressurisation of the ring main is via an electric bore pump with switching controls in the Pump Shed near the gate end of John Bird Drive. There is a diesel generator in the Pump Shed.The Ring Main Feed Valve (see map) must be opened to supply pressure or hydrant to function. Fire hoses are available on the FFA.Activation training can be arranged via Committee and WIP Committee.. |
| First Aid Kits(FAK) | The FAK is in the Club House on the wall adjacent to the kitchen servery. (see below picture for AED) |
| Automatic Electronic Defibrillator(AED) | 1x AED is mounted on the wall in Club House adjacent to the kitchen servery.1x AED is mounted on the wall of the carport closest to the Club hangar.  |
| Fire Extinguishers | Fire extinguishers are located around the club hangar and facilities.Club members may be requested to bring extinguishers from their hangars. |
| Communications | VHF Fixed: located at Club House -119.1 CTAF.IC should delegate a pilot member to man the club radio.VHF Mobile: 119.1 CTAFPeople with Mobile VHF Air radios should bring them to the Muster PointContact page: www.sabc.org.au/club/contact-rClub House: 08 9525 2085 ““ located near the libraryPresident: Dave – Mobile 0437 800 846, Email President@sabc.org.auVice President: Jamie – Mobile 0414 874 483Committee: Email Committee@sabc.org.auFire Officer: Andrew / Mobile 0498 487 744 |
| SABC Members | Refers to Full, Associate and Social members of the club. All other people are considered as visitors including Emergency Services responders. |
| Gate Access | Until advised by President or Incident Controller only allow Emergency Services and members to come onto the airfield |
| Control of Information | All media requests should be directed to the SABC President or their delegate.No information should be released to the media via any means nor placed on social media without consulting the President or their delegate. |
| READINESS Phase | |
| Alarm | The airfield alarm is tested at least quarterly with a short burst by partially depressing the activation button.Alarm is often sounded at 1400 on last Sunday of the month to announce the start of monthly General Meetings. |
| Fire Fighting Appliance | FFA remains under the carport near the club hangar. Testing and maintenance of FFA is conducted by The Fire Officer or trained Firefighters.Training for use of the FFA is coordinated by the Fire Officer. |
| First Aid Kits | First Aid Kits (FAK) will be checked and replenished under arrangement by the committee in compliance with OHS requirements. |
| Defibrillators | Automatic Electronic Defibrillators (AED) will be checked and replenished under arrangement by the committee in compliance with OHS requirements. |
| Training and Exercises | ERP briefing and training will occur at least annually following a General Meeting. Members unable to attend should review ERP annually.Desktop exercises will be conducted at least annually including the full Committee, Fire Officer and other relevant Members.Exercise with use/demonstration of emergency equipment will be conducted annually.External agencies will be invited to participate in exercises and briefings. |
| RESPONSE Phase (to be placed at front of posted ERP) | |
| Principle of Self Preservation | People are not obliged to extend themselves beyond personal capability.No one should expose themselves to unnecessary risk or danger when conducting actions in this ERP.As far as possible people act in pairs or larger teams during response.Act to protect others from danger or harm. |
| Initial ActionsGeneral | Sound the Alarm by depressing the activation button fully and holdingAnyone observing an emergency situationActivation point is located at side of club maintenance hangar |
| Assume role as On Scene Coordinator (OSC) if near scene of an incidentEnsure safety of yourself and other during responseFollow principle of DR SABC D | |
| Assume role as Incident Controller (IC) for coordination of responseMost appropriate Member at Muster PointEnsure safety of yourself and other during responseRemain in command or handover to another Member in reliefUse Secondary Muster point if the Primary is at risk | |
| Alert Emergency services if situation requires000 Telephone/MobileAddress 286 Yangedi Road, Hopeland, nearest crossroad at Jarrah Road | |
| Move to Muster PointFirst make safe and secure the area you are in before moving to Muster PointAll members and visitors on the airfield that are not directly involved in On Scene response.Primary or Secondary Muster Point as necessaryBring Mobile communications if practicable. (VHF, UHF, Phones) | |
| Secondary Actions | Secure and man the airfield gateGate should remain in the open position as far as practicableA member should man the gate to allow and control access as requiredEnsure protection from elements such as a carArrange water and food plus a relief rotation as requiredNotify the Club President / Vice PresidentNotify the Fire Officer if a fire is involved |
| Coordinate safe response to suit the emergency situationAllocate people to actions within their capability an in teams where possibleOrganise on field equipment to be used by competent people. | |
| Mobilise a team to muster remaining members and visitors on the airfield. | |
| Mobilise a team to survey the incident site and airfield environs for additional information. | |
| Prepare to evacuate the field if the situation requires. | |
| Protection of evidence | |
| Record witnesses and request they write a report | |
| Consult with the President and Committee about any external communications, media or social media. | |
| RECOVERY Phase | |
| Who / When | Actions |
| All Involved Immediately After Situation is Resolved and Made Safe | Reset and replenish equipment and systems in case of a subsequent incident:FFAFAKDefibrillatorsFire Water Systems |
| Release Members from Muster Points | |
| All Involved As Soon As Practicable | Conduct DebriefsCommittee, IC, OSC, respondersEmergency Services as required including witness list and reportsSeek support from relevant counselling services. |
| Committee within 1 month | Conduct an After Action Review (AAR)Record actions and allocate members to complete them with defined timeframeInvite relevant parties as appropriate ““ IC, OSC, Responders, Fire OfficerConduct AAR next GM if practicable |
| General Meeting post AAR | Debrief Club Members at GM following conduct of AAR |
