Hartlepool Borough Council
Civic Centre Access Restrictions

VISITORS to Hartlepool Civic Centre and the adjoining Law Courts are advised that essential repair work is ongoing at the front entrance to the building. Access is restricted during these works

Civic Centre Access Restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions: Emergencies

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Emergencies FAQs

Q: Who does the planning?

Q: Why plan?

Q: What do you plan for?

Q: Are there any specific plans?

Answer:
Yes, the Emergency Planning Officer (EPO) and Council Officers produce a range of plans for specific incidents. These include Industrial Off-Site plans covered by the Control of Major Accident Hazard Regulations 1999 (COMAH), the Radiation (Emergency Preparedness and Public Information) Regulations 2001 (REPPIR) and the Pipeline Safety Regulations 1996.

Other specific plans include the running of Rest Centres, Temporary Mortuaries & responding to Oil Pollution.

Q: Where are the sites that are planned for under COMAH?

Q: When are these plans used?

Q: How is the Council made aware of a potential or actual incident?

Q: What should I do in the event of an incident or emergency?

Q: What about evacuation?

Q: Do major incidents occur regularly in the area?

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