Who is responsible for establishing the emergency escape plan?

The responsibility for establishing the emergency escape plan primarily falls on the officer conducting the survey. This individual plays a central role in assessing the situation, identifying hazards, and determining the safest routes for evacuation. This proactive approach helps ensure that all rescue personnel and victims are aware of the safest paths to take in case of an emergency.

The establishment of such a plan is critical to the overall safety and effectiveness of the rescue operation, as it allows all involved to respond effectively to dynamic situations. While the senior rescue technician, dispatch officer, and paramedic team leader all have essential roles in the rescue operations, the officer conducting the survey takes charge of formulating and disseminating the escape plan based on their direct assessment of the incident scene.