The principles provide the ‘why’ for the Emergency Management Assurance Framework (EMAF). They are the foundation for all entities’ individual and collective efforts in delivering the positive disaster management outcomes expected by the community.
Leadership
Leadership is demonstrated through building a shared culture of excellence across the disaster management sector. Strategic planning that considers resources and risks, underpins clear decision-making and prioritisation. This helps achieve positive outcomes for, and to enable, the community.
Public safety
Keeping the community safe is the primary driver for the continuous improvement of Queensland’s disaster management arrangements. The arrangements are delivered through disaster management groups focusing on the community's safety, engaging stakeholders and sharing responsibility for disaster management.
Partnership
Every Queenslander has a role to ensure our state is resilient, risks are managed, and identified opportunities lead to improvement. Strong partnerships across the sector improve disaster management outcomes. Partnerships work well when they are well governed, have clear roles and responsibilities, and promote true collaboration.
Performance
A culture of performance drives the productivity and effectiveness of disaster management. Productivity and effectiveness are measured by a combination of quality, quantity, cost, time, and human relationships. Performance and continuous improvement are monitored and analysed against standards.
