Emergency Planning - Council Responsibilities

What is Oldham Council responsible for in a major incident?

The emergency services will coordinate the initial response to an incident. However, in the latter stages Oldham Council will coordinate the recovery and return to normality, whilst coordinating the assistance of the voluntary organisations. The Council’s resources necessary to manage an incident will be depend on its extent and nature. Resources may include:

road closures and diversions;
repairs to roads and property;
pollution control;
temporary accommodation and catering;
welfare services;
clean up and restoration;
public information and advice;
health and safety issues;
transport;
plant and equipment;
maps;
interpretation;
counselling;
temporary mortuary and provisions;
environmental health services;
emergency clothing;
emergency lighting;
building inspection;
drainage and plumbing;
provision of sandbags; and
public advice line.