Legislation

Question 1

What is the main purpose of Section 34 of the Emergencies Act 2004?

Answer 1

Powers of Chief Officer - Enact the legislation

This section outlines the powers granted to the Chief Officer during emergencies.

Question 2

What decisions can the Chief Officer make under Section 34?

Answer 2

• Decision to enter properties
• Close streets
• Use water at no charge

These decisions are intended to manage emergencies effectively.

Question 3

What does Section 39 of the Emergencies Act 2004 address?

Answer 3

Delegations of power by the Chief Officer

This section allows the Chief Officer to delegate their powers to any public servant or ACT policing.

Question 4

What is the primary function of ACT F&R as stated in Section 44?

Answer 4

To protect, preserve life, property, and environment

This section emphasizes the role of ACT F&R in emergency management.

-Hazmat
- fire prevention
- Urban fire + Rescue
- assist other agencies

Question 5

What are the main policies we use?

Answer 5

1: ACT public service management ACT
2: Emergencies ACT 2004
3: Enterprise Agreement (2024-2026
4: Work Health and Safety ACT 2011

Question 6

What are the main functional areas of ACTF&R? (6)

Answer 6

Operations
Specialised operations
Training and development
Capability support
Community safety
Projects and programs

Question 7

What are the importantly sections of the emergencies ACT 2004?

Answer 7

Section 33- functions of chief officer

Section 34- general powers of the chief

Section 39- delegation of the chief

Section 44- functions of fire and rescue

Question 8

What does the work health and safety act do?

Answer 8

Sets out the obligations of employers and employees to ensure health and safety in the workplace is present.