In a busy manufacturing environment with large teams and heavy equipment, keeping workers safe must always come first. To meet compliance obligations, manufacturers in Australia are required to follow AS 3745:2010 – Planning for Emergencies in Facilities, as well as state and local fire safety regulations.

Clear and up-to-date evacuation diagrams are an essential part of this process. They help workers, contractors, and visitors understand the safest way to exit the building during a fire or other emergency, while also guiding them to designated assembly points. Well-prepared diagrams also support emergency services when responding on-site, ensuring they have accurate information about escape routes, fire equipment, and shutoff points.

Every diagram must be tailored to the specific layout of the facility and reflect the most current conditions. Under AS 3745:2010, evacuation diagrams must include features such as “You Are Here” markers, primary and secondary evacuation routes, fire doors and exits, fire equipment, first aid points, and muster locations.

Our experienced team specialises in creating AS 3745:2010-compliant evacuation diagrams for industrial and manufacturing facilities across Australia. We make sure each diagram is clear, compliant, and customised to your site, delivered in print-ready formats that can be easily displayed in workshops, warehouses, control rooms, and office areas.

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Why Manufacturers Need Evacuation Diagrams

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Manufacturing sites are busy environments with large workforces, heavy machinery, and constant movement of people and equipment. In Australia, planning and risk assessment are essential parts of meeting AS 3745:2010 – Planning for Emergencies in Facilities and ensuring that every person on-site knows how to respond in an emergency.

Accurate and up-to-date evacuation diagrams help prepare workers, contractors, and visitors for fire, chemical, medical, or security-related incidents before they occur. They also support local fire brigades and emergency services with reliable information during pre-incident planning and response.

The more accurate and current your evacuation diagrams are, the better prepared your business will be to manage risks, protect lives, and maintain compliance. Outdated or unclear maps not only create confusion in an emergency but may also expose building owners and managers to compliance failures and liability.

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Manufacturing Evacuation Diagram Requirements

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Under AS 3745:2010 – Planning for Emergencies in Facilities, every manufacturing or industrial workplace is required to maintain clear and accurate evacuation diagrams. These diagrams form a critical part of an organisation’s emergency planning and must be customised to reflect the specific layout and risks of each facility.

To comply with AS 3745:2010, evacuation diagrams should include:

• A clear “You Are Here” marker for orientation

• Primary and secondary evacuation routes

• Emergency exits and fire doors

• Fire safety equipment locations such as extinguishers, hose reels, hydrants, and blankets

• First aid stations and AEDs

• Designated assembly or muster points

• Shutoff points for gas, electrical, or mechanical systems (where relevant)

• Fire indicator panel (FIP) and emergency warning intercom systems (EWIS) if installed

• Date of issue and revision history to confirm the diagram is current

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These diagrams must be displayed in prominent locations throughout the facility, including production areas, warehouses, control rooms, stairwells, and offices, so that all occupants can quickly access life-saving information during an emergency.

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