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What Is an Evacuation Diagram?
An evacuation diagram is a floor plan of your building or level that shows occupants exactly how to evacuate safely in an emergency. It is a legal requirement for virtually all workplaces, schools, childcare centres, and public buildings in Western Australia under the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996 (Regulation 3.10) and must comply with Australian Standard AS 3745-2010 Planning for Emergencies in Facilities.
A compliant evacuation diagram is far more than a simple fire escape map. It must contain a specific set of information — including accurate floor plans, "You Are Here" markers correctly oriented to the viewer's position, all emergency exits, evacuation routes, fire safety equipment locations, first aid equipment, assembly areas, emergency contact numbers, and a compliant legend — all displayed at the correct height and in the correct locations throughout your facility.
At Ready Set Rescue WA, every evacuation diagram we produce is personally reviewed by career firefighters — professionals who understand real-world emergency response, not just theoretical compliance. This means your diagrams don't just pass an audit; they work when it matters most.
Legal Obligation
Under Regulation 3.10 of the WA Occupational Safety and Health Regulations 1996, employers must display evacuation procedures and diagrams clearly and prominently at the workplace. Non-compliance can result in WorkSafe improvement notices and financial penalties.
5-Year Review Required
AS 3745-2010 requires evacuation diagrams to be reviewed at least every five years, and immediately after any changes to your facility, equipment locations, or assembly areas.
Complete AS 3745-2010 Evacuation Diagram Compliance Checklist
Use this checklist to audit your current evacuation diagrams against the requirements of Australian Standard AS 3745-2010. Every item below is mandatory for a compliant diagram in Western Australia.
Floor Plan & Layout
- Accurate representation of the current floor layout
- All rooms, corridors, and spaces correctly shown
- Building name, address, and floor/level number labelled
- Drawn to recognisable scale or includes a scale indicator
- Orientation matches the viewer's facing direction
You Are Here & Routes
- 'You Are Here' marker clearly shown and correctly positioned
- All primary evacuation routes shown with directional arrows
- Alternative evacuation routes shown where available
- Routes shown in a clearly distinguishable colour (typically green)
- All evacuation routes lead directly to an exit
Assembly Area
- Designated assembly area clearly shown on the diagram
- Assembly area identified with the standard AS symbol
- All assembly areas shown if multiple exist
- Route from building to assembly area indicated
- Assembly area is a safe distance from the building
Fire Safety Equipment
- All fire extinguisher locations shown with correct symbol
- Fire hose reel locations shown (where applicable)
- Fire blanket locations shown (where applicable)
- Manual call point (break glass alarm) locations shown
- Fire indicator panel location shown (ground floor diagrams)
- Sprinkler control valve location shown (where applicable)
First Aid & Contacts
- First aid kit locations shown
- Defibrillator (AED) locations shown where present
- Emergency eyewash station locations shown (where applicable)
- Emergency services number (000) displayed
- Facility emergency contact number displayed
- Hazardous areas or restricted zones identified
Legend, Date & Display
- Legend included explaining all symbols used
- Symbols consistent with AS 3745-2010 and AS 1319
- Date of preparation or last review shown
- Next review date shown (within 5 years)
- Displayed at 1200–1600mm above finished floor level
- Protected from damage (laminated or behind perspex)
- Not obstructed by furniture or other signage
- A3 size minimum for readability
Not sure if your diagrams are compliant?
Ready Set Rescue WA offers a complimentary review of your existing evacuation diagrams. We'll identify any gaps against the AS 3745-2010 checklist above and provide a clear, no-obligation quote to bring your diagrams up to standard.
Why Perth Businesses Choose Ready Set Rescue WA
We're not a national company with a call centre. We're a Perth-based team of professional firefighters who understand what a real emergency looks like.
Designed by Firefighters
Every diagram is reviewed by career firefighters — people who have actually used evacuation diagrams in real emergencies. We know what works and what doesn't.
Perth-Based & Local
We're based in Perth and service the entire metro area. No interstate call centres, no delays. We understand WA regulations and local building types.
Fast Turnaround
Standard turnaround of 4–5 business days. Priority 48-hour service available. We understand that compliance deadlines are real.
Full AS 3745-2010 Compliance
Every diagram we produce meets the complete requirements of AS 3745-2010. We provide documentation of the review process for your compliance records.
All Building Types
From small offices to multi-storey commercial buildings, warehouses, schools, childcare centres, aged care facilities, and retail premises.
Ongoing Support
We track your review dates and contact you when your diagrams are due for update. Automated compliance management so nothing slips through the cracks.
Two Ways to Get Your Evacuation Diagrams
Choose the option that suits your situation — or contact us and we'll advise which is right for you.
You Have Floor Plans
Perfect for businesses with existing floor plans or architectural drawings. Email us your plans, mark equipment locations, and we'll produce fully compliant diagrams ready for display.
- Email us your floor plans
- Mark fire equipment locations
- 4–5 business day standard turnaround
- 48-hour priority service available
- Receive high-res PDF files ready for print
- Printing & framing available on request
Most Accurate
We visit your Perth workplace to physically map your facility and record the exact location of all emergency equipment. Ideal for complex buildings, multi-level facilities, or where floor plans are unavailable.
- Full site inspection by our firefighter team
- Accurate equipment mapping — nothing missed
- No floor plans required
- Ideal for multi-storey or complex buildings
- Installation service available across Perth metro
- Compliance documentation provided
Evacuation Diagrams for Every Perth Industry
We produce compliant evacuation diagrams for all building types and industries across the Perth metropolitan area.
Reviewed by Career Firefighters — Not Just Compliance Officers
Most evacuation diagram providers are draftspeople or safety consultants who understand the standard on paper. Ready Set Rescue WA is founded and operated by career firefighters who have responded to real emergencies in Perth buildings.
We know which evacuation routes become congested under pressure. We know which assembly areas are genuinely safe and which create secondary hazards. We know what information firefighters need when they arrive on scene. That knowledge is built into every diagram we produce.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything Perth businesses need to know about evacuation diagrams and AS 3745-2010 compliance.
Evacuation Diagram Resources & Guides
Complete AS 3745-2010 Compliance Checklist
Every element that must appear on a compliant evacuation diagram — use this to audit your current diagrams.
How Often Must Evacuation Diagrams Be Updated?
The five-year rule, trigger-based reviews, and what happens if your diagrams are out of date.
Evacuation Diagram Requirements in WA
WorkSafe WA's specific requirements under Regulation 3.10 and how they interact with AS 3745-2010.
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