Publications

DCS Volunteer Management Strategy

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Watch Out! (PDF / 5.4 MB)

Watch Out! Information Booklet (PDF / 977 KB)

DES Child Protection Risk Management Strategy 2007- 08

The Department is required, under Section 99G of the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000, to have a formal child protection risk management strategy.

The DES Child Protection Risk Management Strategy 2007- 08, while providing practical information for staff and volunteers, reflects the guidelines for risk management strategies contained within the Commission and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000.  The document is an expression of ongoing commitment to promotion of the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.

The DES Child Protection Risk Management Strategy 2007- 08 includes reference to various policy documents, program-based policies and procedures, and information regarding training resources and strategies that are in place within DES specifically to protect (a) the young people who volunteer with DES; and (b) the children and young people that DES personnel come into contact with during their every day work.

Enquiries about the DES Child Protection Risk Management Strategy 2007- 08 can be directed to Strategic Policy and Planning Unit on (07) 3247 8727.

Keeping Children Safe (PDF / 2.0 MB)

The information and advice contained in this booklet is offered as a guide by the Department of Emergency Services to enhance safety for children.

The booklet also provides details about a number of community safety programs offered by the department to reduce the risk of injury and to improve the ability of those caring for children to respond to emergencies.

For additional copies of Keeping Children Safe contact Media and Corporate Communications Unit on telephone number (07) 3109 5068 or email despublications@emergency.qld.gov.au  

Senior and Safer (PDF / 1.3 MB)

The Senior and Safer booklet provides information and guidance on safety in and around the home for seniors. The format of the booklet takes the reader through the home from the front yard to the back yard, identifying areas of risk and provides advice on how to minimise or eradicate these risks.

For additional copies of Senior and Safer contact Media and Corporate Communications Unit on telephone number (07) 3109 5068 or email despublications@emergency.qld.gov.au

5 Ways to Safety

The 5 Ways to Safety guide has been developed to assist in the delivery of the Community Safety Project. The Community Safety Project is a partnership between the Department of Emergency Services, the Queensland Police Service and targeted Neighbourhood Watch communities throughout Queensland.

The 5 Ways to Safety guide promotes five key programs identified by Neighbourhood Watch communities as being the most useful. The guide provides a simple step-by-step process on how to implement community safety initiatives into communities that can enhance the ability of Neighbourhood Watches to prepare for emergencies, prevent injuries and address crime.

The 5 Ways to Safety guide also provides information on the volunteer opportunities that are available to assist the Department of Emergency Services and Queensland Police Service in delivering their programs and services.

Inquiries about Neighbourhood Watch can be directed to the Neighbourhood Watch State office on (07) 3234 2104.

For additional copies of the 5 Ways to Safety guide contact Media and Corporate Communications Unit on telephone number (07) 3109 5068 or email despublications@emergency.qld.gov.au

Safety for Piccaninny - Our Little Ones

"Safety for Piccaninny - Our Little Ones", Australia's first Indigenous injury prevention booklet, is an outcome of the Child Injury Prevention Project’s (ChIPP) implementation in the Mount Isa community.

For more information or to order copies of the Safety for Piccaninny - Our Little Ones booklet please contact Media and Corporate Communications Unit on telephone number (07) 3109 5068 or email despublications@emergency.qld.gov.au

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Child Protection Information Kit

Cover (PDF / 1.4 MB)
Contents (PDF / 1.9 MB)

The findings and recommendations of the Crime and Misconduct Inquiry into the abuse of children in care emphasised the importance of a collaborative response across Government to delivering positive outcomes for vulnerable families and their children.

The Child Protection Information Kit reflects the Department of Emergency Services commitment to providing safe and supportive environments for the children and young people, who receive a service from this Department, or participate in one of the many community safety programs we deliver.

The kit provides a range of information for Departmental staff and volunteers, who work with children, about the child protection system in Queensland and what action to take if they have any concerns about a child or young person.

Department of Emergency Services Code of Conduct (PDF / 637 KB)

A guide for all people working for or on behalf of the Department of Emergency Services.

• DES Code of Conduct guide (PDF / 530 KB)
  
  A guide to help you make appropriate, fair-minded decisions

Outcomes of the NCP Review of the Ambulance Services Act and Regulations

• Public Benefit Test Report (PDF / 177 KB)
• Queensland Government Response (PDF / 197 KB)
• National Competition Policy Review (2000) of the Fire and Rescue Authority Act, 1990 (PDF / 3MB)

Environmental Management Guidelines (PDF / 921 KB)
The Department's Environmental Management Guidelines aim to provide direction in addressing any impacts that departmental activities may have on the environment. Issues that may arise in the office, station, workshop or air base environments are considered. Reference is also made to the impact of vehicle use and the Department's initiatives in this area.

DES Workplace Health and Safety Policy Statement (Doc / 100 KB)

DES Organisational Health Accountabilities Policy (Doc / 122 KB)

DES Organisational Health Accountabilities Matrix (PDF / 98 KB)

Corporate Plan 2005-2009 (PDF / 329 KB)

Corporate Plan 2004-2008 (PDF / 699 KB)

Corporate Plan 2003-2007

Cover (PDF / 259 KB)
Contents (PDF / 968 KB)

Ministerial Portfolio Statements 2001-02 – Minister for Emergency Services (PDF / 825 KB)

State Planning Policy 1/03: Mitigating the Adverse Impacts of Flood, Bushfire and Landslide

Environmental Management Strategic Plan (PDF / 131 KB)
The aim of this Environmental Management Policy Statement is to inform managers and their staff of the requirements, responsibilities and processes in relation to the minimisation and management of environmental aspects associated with the Department of Emergency Services’ staff, operations, assets and liabilities.

Note: this plan was not produced for web viewing/printing, therefore some printing difficulties may occur.

Strategic Plan for Indigenous Australians 2005-2008 (PDF / 692 KB)
This Plan is the DES blueprint for improving safety and security of Aboriginal & Torres Straight Islander communities throughout Queensland and increasing the number of Aboriginal people and Torres Straight Islanders employed in the department.

Community Engagement Publications

A Guide to Effective Community Engagement (PDF / 544 KB)
Charter for Community Engagement (PDF / 324 KB)

The Charter for Community Engagement provides a blueprint for increased public participation in the planning and decision-making processes of the Department of Emergency Services.

Emergency Management Queensland Divisional Plan 2008 - 2012 (PDF / 1.83 MB)