Emergency Evacuation Planning Checklist – Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC

Risk Assessment Process

Develop a process to assess the risk of wildfires or flooding to daily work operation (or when applicable)

Evacuation Condition

Develop clear criteria for evacuation. (i.e. In response to an evacuation order)

Communication with relevant authorities

Ensure clear procedures are present to communicate with relevant authorities during risk of wildfire or flood.

Reliable two-way communication methods with all employees

Ensure two-way communication equipment is provided to workers that can be used during evacuation.

Is an up-to-date list of workers available including location of all workers?

Are the evacuation procedures tested through drills?

Are all workers aware of their responsibilities and adequately trained according to their role?

Do workers know what to leave behind and bring when evacuating?

Does the evacuation plan include plans for transportation of all workers to a safe location if applicable?

Are there clear muster stations and evacuation routes?

Are there alternate evacuation routes if the primary route is blocked?

Develop evacuation plans according to accessibility (i.e., helicopter, driving, or marine routes).

Are procedures for communication and worker accountability present after the evacuation?

Is there a process to evaluate or investigate the evacuation procedures annually or after an incident to determine its effectiveness?