SEMC Annual Report 2019-20

Annual report
The 2019-2020 Annual Report showcases the work of the emergency management sector to help make Western Australia a safer place for all.
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The Annual Report showcases the work of the members of the SEMC, it's subcommittees and reference groups, as well as the District and Local Emergency Management Committees.

Challenges faced throughout 2019-20 included:

  • COVID-19
  • Norseman West Bushfire Complex

Summary of key work:

  • Approval of the WA Implementation Plan for the National Disaster Risk Reduction Framework
  • Approved amendments to the State Recovery Policy and Plan
  • Development of several significant amendments to the Emergency Management legislation
  • Prescription of Hostile Act as a hazard in the Emergency Management Regulations 2006