Emergency Muster and Roll Call

Toolbox Talk Record

Ref: TBT-WEL-006  |  Issue: 1  |  Date: March 2026
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What?

Why?

Account for everyoneThe roll call confirms all workers are safe and identifies anyone missing.
Emergency services needFire crews need to know if anyone is inside before entering.
Legal requirementThe fire safety order requires effective evacuation and accounting procedures.
Multi-contractor riskFailure to coordinate muster can leave workers unaccounted for.
Do Don't
  • Sign in at the site access point every time you arrive on site.
  • Sign out when you leave — even for short trips to collect materials.
  • Know the location of your designated fire assembly point.
  • Go directly to the assembly point when you hear the evacuation alarm.
  • Report to the fire warden or site manager at the assembly point.
  • Wait at the assembly point until the all-clear is given.
  • Ensure visitors and delivery drivers are signed in and know the procedure.
  • Participate in muster drills seriously — treat every drill as real.
  • Report anyone missing to the person conducting the roll call.
  • Keep assembly points clear of vehicles, materials, and obstructions.
  • DON'T ignore the evacuation alarm or assume it is just a test.
  • DON'T re-enter the site to collect tools during an evacuation.
  • DON'T leave site without signing out — you will be counted as missing.
  • DON'T block or park vehicles at fire assembly points.
  • DON'T go to a different assembly point than your designated one.
  • DON'T leave the assembly point before the all-clear is given.
  • DON'T allow visitors on site without signing them in and briefing them.
  • DON'T treat muster drills as an inconvenience — they save lives.
  • DON'T sign in for someone else or allow others to sign in for you.
  • DON'T obstruct emergency access routes during an evacuation.

See also: Fire Evacuation Procedures | Emergency Plan Awareness