EMERGENCY PLAN

LAKENHEATH PARISH COUNCIL EMERGENCY PLAN

Contents:

• This plan has been specifically designed for the village of Lakenheath.
   
• In ALL cases of emergency, major or minor, call the emergency services (999).

• Do not assume that somebody has taken action, it is better that the initial response is duplicated than not given at all.

• The purpose of this plan is to provide a course of action to be taken by anybody involved in a major/minor emergency in Lakenheath that may put people, property or animals at risk.

• This plan will provide a list of local contacts and essential service numbers that will provide the appropriate assistance.

Action:

• Determine the level of the emergency.
  Major: The nature and extent of the emergency is such that the number and type of casualties/persons involved requires more than a normal level of response. Any emergency involving American Bases will be dealt with by our own emergency services and base services combined.
  Minor: A more localised incident where normal procedures are likely to be adequate.

• Contact appropriate emergency service via 999 and describe the level of emergency.

• Follow instructions given by the emergency service, supported by information included in this plan.

• Take further appropriate action until the emergency services arrive.

• If you require local assistance contact a member of the EMERGENCY COMMITTEE (numbers provided below).

• Should the need arise to evacuate people for a length of time the Community Centre will be utilised with assistance given by available volunteers from the EMERGENCY COMMITTEE.

• As Lakenheath is a village with a fairly tight knit community, we don't require an elaborate emergency plan. It is not required by law but when implemented, can prove to be of great assistance to the emergency services and locals alike.

In all circumstances the elderly, young and vulnerable take priority. By good neighbourly care and attention, with the help of those on the contact list who can coordinate assistance, most situations can be dealt with.

This list of contacts has been compiled from people who are involved with Lakenheath Parish Council and volunteers having certain skills and equipment. They are also situated to cover all areas of Lakenheath.

WHEN AN EMERGENCY IMPACTS THE VILLAGE:

FIRST CONTACTS

VOLUNTEERS WILL BE CONTACTED BY ONE OF THE ABOVE CONTACTS.