Industrial & Manufacturing

Emergency Management for Industrial Facilities

Industrial and manufacturing facilities present elevated emergency risks. Machinery, chemicals, processes, and scale create hazards uncommon in office environments. Evacuations must account for large sites, multiple buildings, and workers who may be operating equipment or in high-noise areas.

Messana Group works with factories, warehouses, and industrial facilities to develop emergency procedures appropriate for these high-risk environments.

Industrial-Specific Challenges

Elevated Fire Risks: Manufacturing processes often involve heat, flammable materials, or electrical equipment that increase fire likelihood. Early intervention and rapid evacuation are critical.

Hazardous Materials: Many industrial facilities store or use hazardous materials requiring specialised emergency responses. Some emergencies require shelter-in-place rather than evacuation.

Large Sites: Industrial facilities may span extensive areas with multiple buildings, outdoor areas, and remote locations. Communication and accountability present significant challenges.

Machinery and Equipment: Workers may be operating machinery when emergencies occur. Safe shutdown procedures must integrate with emergency response.

Noise and PPE: High-noise environments and personal protective equipment can interfere with alarm audibility and communication during emergencies.

Our Industrial Solutions

Site-Specific Emergency Plans

We develop plans addressing industrial realities:

• Process-specific emergency procedures
• Hazardous material response protocols
• Machinery shutdown integration
• Site-wide communication systems
• Multiple assembly point coordination
• Contractor and visitor management
• After-hours and shift change procedures

Industrial Warden Training

Our training addresses industrial environments:

• Warden responsibilities in high-risk settings
• Area sweep procedures for large facilities
• Machinery shutdown coordination
• Hazardous material awareness
• Communication in high-noise environments
• Coordination with emergency services

Fire Safety Training

Industrial staff receive practical fire extinguisher training:

• Extinguisher types appropriate for industrial fires
• Desktop training for safe familiarisation
• Fire blanket use for contained fires
• When to fight versus evacuate decisions

Evacuation Exercises

We conduct exercises appropriate for industrial settings:

• Shift-specific exercises
• Site-wide evacuations
• Partial evacuations and shelter-in-place drills
• Coordination with emergency services
• Integration with existing safety systems

Why Industrial Chooses Messana Group

High-Risk Experience: We understand industrial environments and develop procedures appropriate for elevated risk settings.

Practical Focus: Our training emphasises practical skills applicable to real industrial emergencies.

Shift Flexibility: We deliver training across all shifts to ensure consistent preparedness.

Compliance Knowledge: We understand the regulatory requirements affecting industrial facilities.

Getting Started

Contact us to discuss your industrial facility’s emergency management needs. We offer complimentary site assessments to review your current procedures and identify priorities.

Messana Group helps industrial and manufacturing facilities protect workers while meeting compliance obligations.