Our 3-Step Escape Plan

  • First Escape Route
  • Second Escape Route
  • Meeting Place
Notes

Use this space to note any additional information about your escape plan, i.e. who will assist

Your checklist

  • Get low

    Smoke is poisonous and more deadly than flames.

    If you breathe smoke for more than a few breaths it can kill you.

  • Be fast

    A house fire can kill you in less than three minutes.

    Don't spend time trying to save possessions.

  • Close doors

    A closed door buys you time.

    It slows down the spread of fire, giving you more time to get to safety.

  • Get out - stay out!

    People have died by going back into a fire.

    Don't leave the meeting place to go back inside for any reason.

Call emergency services as soon as you are out and safe. Ask for FIRE.

Clearly state your address and let the operator know it anyone is still inside or has not made it to the safe meeting place.

Emergency call 111 Emergency text 111

How are LAC appointments made?

The Fire and Emergency New Zealand Board appoints all Local Advisory Committee members, including Chairs and Deputy Chairs.

About LAC appointments

Local Advisory Committees (LAC) members are appointed by the Board, for their experience, expertise, and strong community networks.

In making their appointments, the Board will seek to ensure the LAC is made up of local people who represent a diverse range of community interests; people who:

  • are leaders in their community, with the ability to communicate to a broad range of interest groups
  • want to use their experience to make their community safe and better prepared for emergencies
  • are well-connected and can engage with a range of networks and communities of interest to gather a wider perspective
  • have a good understanding of local risks and issues
  • have governance experience
  • are analytical and strategic thinkers.

If this sounds like you and you’re interested in becoming an LAC member, get in touch with the team at LACs@fireandemergency.nz.

Appointment process

Appointments are made in accordance with the Fire and Emergency New Zealand (Local Advisory Committee) Regulations 2018. A public call for nominations begins a robust appointment process.

Selection criteria is determined by legislation and community needs, and a selection panel on appointments, with the Board who make final decisions on appointments.

Commitment and remuneration

LACs meet three times per year and members are expected to undertake community engagement throughout the year, guided by the LAC’s engagement plan. More details about what is expected of LAC members can be found in the LAC Terms of Reference [PDF, 591 KB].

LAC members are paid a daily fee in accordance with the Cabinet Fees Framework.