UNCONTROLLED IF PRINTED. Disaster Management Plan September Prepared by Townsville Airport Pty Ltd

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1 Prepared by Townsville Airport Pty Ltd

2 Acknowledgments This has been prepared in close consultation with the Townsville Aviation community. Townsville Airport Pty Ltd gratefully acknowledges the co operation and input from all organisations and individuals who participated in the preparation of this document. Page 2 of 16

3 Authority Townsville Airport Pty Ltd This Plan has been prepared in compliance with the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 Part 139 for Certified Aerodromes and is used in conjunction with the Aerodrome Manual and Airport Emergency Plan for Townsville Airport. The organisation responsible for coordinating this Plan is Townsville Airport Pty Ltd (TAPL) and is authorised by the Manager Aviation (MA) and is for use by TAPL Staff and tenants as guidance for the preparation for and recovery from a natural disaster. Authorised Dave Batic Manager Aviation Page 3 of 16

4 Document Instructions The purpose of the Townsville Airport is to minimise the risk of injury to staff and passengers, damage to aircraft or equipment and to provide guidance for the preparation and recovery from a disaster at Townsville Airport. These actions are a guide only. Tenants should develop a staged plan of action to prepare for and recover from a disaster. Implementation of these actions will be based on the threat of the disaster. The Townsville Airport may be accessed through TAPL s Website at or hard copies are available from the Townsville Airport Management Centre on request. 1. This document is UNCLASSIFIED. 2. This document is uncontrolled if printed. Page 4 of 16

5 Contents Acknowledgments... 2 Authority... 3 Document Instructions... 4 Abbreviations Introduction Objectives Pre Emptive Actions Warnings Annual Review of Actions to be taken on receipt of Cyclone warning Appendix A Suggested Changes Appendix B Vehicle/Plant Dispersal/Disaster Contingency Centre Appendix C Storm Surge Map Appendix D Cyclone Tracking Map Page 5 of 16

6 Abbreviations 452SQN TVL FLT AAA ABXO AM ARCO ASOE ASOG ASOM BOM CC COB COO DDCC DDMG DMP EA ESMO FIDS GA GSE LV MA MT OSM PAPI RAAF RPT SADFO SASO TAPL TB TCC TSRM WHSO Royal Australia Air Force 452SQN Townsville Flight Commander Aviation Administration Assistant Royal Australian Air Force Air Base Executive Officer Asset Manager Aviation Regulatory & Compliance Officer Airport Services Officer Electrical Airport Services Officer Grounds Airport Services Officer Mechanical Bureau of Meteorology Commercial Coordinator Close of Business Chief Operating Officer District Disaster Co ordination Centre District Disaster Management Group Executive Assistant Environmental Sustainability and Management Officer Flight Information Display System General Aviation Ground Services Equipment Low Voltage Manager Aviation Management Team Operations & Standards Manager Precision Approach Path Indicator Royal Australian Air Force Regular Public Transport Senior Australian Defence Force Officer Senior Aviation Safety Officer Townsville Airport Pty Ltd Terminal Building Terminal Control Centre Terminal and Stakeholder Relations Manager WH&S Officer Page 6 of 16

7 1.1 Introduction The Disaster Management Act 2003 S13(1) defines a disaster as a serious disruption in a community, caused by the impact of an event, that requires a significant coordinated response by the State and other entities to help the community recover from the disruption. Disasters that may affect the Townsville Airport include: Tropical Cyclones Gale force wind Floods Storms Storm Surges Earthquake Dust Storm Tsunamis Volcanic Ash Tornados This plan has been prepared to counter the potential danger and damage that may occur as the result of a Disaster. In the event of a disaster without pre warning, TAPL management will activate Stage 6 of the DMP in conjunction with the Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) and District Disaster Management Group (DDMG). Other Organisations Disaster Plans Other organisations Disaster Plans are held by the Manager Aviation (MA) and will be reviewed annually for integration with this Plan. An annual Disaster Management Meeting to be held in October of each year to be chaired by MA. Review of Plan The Townsville Airport (DMP) will be reviewed annually by the MA. 1.2 Objectives To plan action to prevent loss of life and minimise damage to facilities when a disaster occurs. To arrange restoration of services after the event has occurred and in accordance with a pre arranged plan. 1.3 Pre Emptive Actions Warning Method of Notification The warning will be passed to TAPL Managers and Staff as per the callout list in the DMP Standard Operating Procedures (SOP s). If the warning is given outside the hours of duty of the Airport Safety Officers, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) will notify the MA who will then activate the callout list in the DMP SOP s. It is the responsibility for all who work at Townsville Airport and tenants to provide the Townsville Airport Administration Office with up to date contact details. Page 7 of 16

8 Dispersal of Aircraft RPT Aircraft Times permitting all Regular Public Transport (RPT) aircraft will be dispatched to other centres and inbound aircraft diverted. General Aviation Aircraft Time permitting GA aircraft owners will be advised to disperse to other locations. The remaining aircraft will be either placed in hangars or tied down on the apron. Aircraft owners / operators are responsible for the safety of their own aircraft. Fire Protection Asset Manager (AM) to confirm that fire fighting equipment is serviceable. Essential Equipment Assembly Vehicles and equipment will be dispersed as per Appendix B. Access to the Airport Access roads to the airport may be subject to flooding. The secondary access point for TAPL staff is via the RAAF main gate. Emergency Generators TAPL may isolate the emergency generators in preparation for a cyclone to avoid damage to the set by power spikes and to protect against injuries caused by damaged lines or infrastructure. The generators will be engaged as a matter of priority after the danger has passed. The generators will power essential circuits only in the terminal, on the apron and in the TAPL Management Centre. Buildings outside of these are not serviced by TAPL emergency generators. Tenants should plan for power outages in the aftermath of a major cyclone. Page 8 of 16

9 1.4 Warnings The priority stages for Townsville Airport Pty Ltd will be declared by the MA based on advice from the Bureau of Meteorology. Bureau of Meteorology Message Classification TAPL RAAF Cyclone Watch A tropical low or a tropical cyclone exists but is unlikely to affect Townsville within the next 24 hours Cyclone Warning A tropical cyclone is expected to cause gale force winds within the next 24 hours Cyclone Warning Increasing threat to Townsville destructive winds are likely to affect Townsville within the next 6 12 hours Cyclone Warning Impending threat to Townsville within the next 4 hours Cyclone Warning Immediate threat to Townsville destructive winds have reached outskirts of Townsville. Cyclone Warning Declared by BOM when destructive winds have passed Stage Five may be re declared by BOM if necessary Local All Clear Declared in conjunction with the DDMG. Call in of essential staff to return the airport to operational status Stage One Stage Two Stage Three Stage Four Stage Five Stage Six Stage Seven Watch White Yellow Red Red Green The intensity of cyclones will be reported using the following system Category Strongest Wind Gusts (kmh) Typical Effects CAT 1 Tropical Cyclone Negligible house damage. Some damage to crops and foliage. CAT 2 Tropical Cyclone Minor house damage. Significant damage to crops, signs and caravans. CAT 3 Severe Tropical Cyclone CAT 4 Severe Tropical Cyclone CAT 5 Severe Tropical Cyclone Some roof and structural damage. Power failures likely More than 280 Significant roof and structural damage. Dangerous airborne debris. Extremely dangerous with widespread destruction. Page 9 of 16

10 1.5 Annual Review of a) All staff to review. b) Terminal and Stakeholder Relations Manager (TSRM) to review stock: 40 large industrial quality rubbish bags, one roll of plastic and six rolls of reinforced packing tape or equivalent to enable office equipment, safe and filing cabinets to be waterproofed prepare and confirm supplies of batteries, torches, gas, plastic covers and ropes check serviceability of transistor radio ensure additional stocks of water in Terminal Control Centre (TCC) c) Workplace Health and Safety Officer (WHSO) to check first aid kits are fully stocked. d) Airport Services Officer Mechanical (ASOM) to ensure maintenance of Gen Sets completed. e) Office Supervisor (OS) to ensure staff contact list is current letter to all tenants advising start of cyclone season and to take appropriate precautions f) MA to hold a meeting with airport operators. g) AM to ensure cyclone bolts are maintained and the holes for each door cleaned out. 1.6 Actions to be taken on receipt of Cyclone warning Stage One Note: Should Townsville be on a cyclone watch prior to a weekend Chief Operating Officer (COO) may require activation of multiple stages. Staff will be advised prior to COB on Friday. 1. Management Team (MT) to report to the COO to assess likely threat. 2. All staff to review Townsville Airport DMP SOP s. 3. All vehicles/plant and Gen Sets are to be refuelled. 4. Work in progress to be completed or secured. 5. Office Supervisor to broadcast fax/ warnings to all tenants. Stage Two 1. MT is to report to the COO's Office to formulate plan of action for Stage Two. 2. MT to contact Staff and inform them to stand by. Page 10 of 16

11 3. The MA will direct staff to: Establish the TCC Terminal Conference Room in the Domestic Terminal if required. Advise airlines, tenants and advise alternate airports (Cairns, Brisbane, Mackay and Mt Isa) Advise GA operators to: a) relocate their aircraft to an alternate airport; b) hangar their aircraft; or c) tie down their aircraft. 4. AM will distribute weather proofing material. 5. Dispersal of vehicles and plant to commence in accordance with vehicle dispersal plan at Appendix B. 6. COO to advise insurance company. Stage Three 1. Priority of shutdown of facilities to be decided by MA at the declaration of "Stage Three". 2. All necessary staff to be recalled to duty if outside normal hours. 3. Waterproofing of non required facilities will commence in conjunction with shutdown of non required facilities. 4. In conjunction with RAAF SADFO the Airport will be closed to arrivals/departures at least three hours before destructive winds are forecast to reach the outskirts of Townsville, or, if wind speed reaches 80kph. Additionally, if a storm surge warning is issued (approximately 6 hours before destructive winds are due) Stage 4 may be declared. 5. Isolate Powerhouse. Stage Four Staff will be released as soon as possible from duty on the declaration of "Stage Four" to take shelter with their families until "All Clear" is advised or as required. Stage Five Staff to remain in shelters. Stage Six All staff should attempt to contact management ASAP and report their disposition. Stage Seven All Clear is announced. As instructed by Management, staff are to assist with the clean up and re opening of Airport Operations. In the event of a disaster without pre warning, TAPL management will activate Stage 6 of the DMP in conjunction with the Local Disaster Management Group (LDMG) and District Disaster Management Group (DDMG). Page 11 of 16

12 Further Information For further information and advice please contact: TAPL Operations Townsville City Council State Emergency Services BOM Weather on the Internet Weather warnings Cyclone Advices Cyclone Tracking and general information can be found at Telephone Weather and Weather by Fax Services The latest Tropical Cyclone Advices are broadcast at regular intervals by local radio and television and can always be heard on recorded telephone services. Current tropical cyclone advices issued by the Brisbane Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre may be obtained by telephone or poll fax, using the numbers shown below. Details Phone or Fax QLD Tropical Cyclone Warnings QLD Land Weather and Flood Warnings Tropical Cyclone Threat Map Tropical Cyclone, Severe Weather and Tsunami Warnings (fax) (fax) Page 12 of 16

13 Appendix A Suggested Changes Proposals for an Amendment to the contents of the Townsville Airport Cyclone Plan should be entered below and forwarded to: Manager Aviation Townsville Airport Pty Ltd PO Box 7636 GARBUTT QLD 4814 Fax: (07) dbatic@tsvairport.com.au The following change/s is/are proposed to the Townsville Airport Cyclone Plan Signed :... Name:... Agency:... Date :... Page 13 of 16

14 Appendix B Vehicle/Plant Dispersal/Disaster Contingency Centre Vehicles to be grouped together in the International baggage make up area: Safety 1 Vehicles Tip Truck Displaced Threshold Trailer Emergency Equipment to be stored with vehicles: Chainsaws Lifting chains Tarpaulins Ropes Generator sets Tool boxes Battery drills Vehicles to be stored in the Domestic baggage make up area: Tractor/Road Broom Storm Surge Dispersal: Vehicles/plant listed above to be moved to Lavarack Barracks as advised by MA. Other equipment to be relocated to International Terminal Building lift stairwell. Page 14 of 16

15 Appendix C Storm Surge Map < Page 15 of 16

16 Appendix D Cyclone Tracking Map Emergency Management Queensland