Disaster preparedness
With Queensland often impacted by disaster events, it is important that primary producers, small businesses and non-profit organisations are ready in case they are affected by future disaster events and eligible to apply for disaster assistance from QRIDA.
Disaster preparedness tips from QRIDA
It is important for primary producers, small businesses and non-profit organisations to make sure their property is ready for the risk of cyclones, storms, flooding and bushfires.
Follow the tips below to ensure you and your property are ready should disaster strike and remember to keep an eye on our disaster assistance pages for primary producers, small businesses and non-profit organisations for details of how to apply for disaster assistance from QRIDA if it becomes available.
Prepare your property for disaster
- Reduce potential hazards on your property and carry out any home, farm or business maintenance that may be made worse by a disaster event
- Check your insurance is up to date, fit for purpose and you know what you're covered for
- Have an emergency and evacuation plan in place, including having an emergency kit stored in an accessible location
- Plan alternatives for loss of power, access or communications
- Ensure important identity, insurance and financial documents are stored in a safe place and create back ups of these documents
- Know who your local QRIDA Regional Area Manager is
If you need to apply for disaster assistance from QRIDA make sure you have these items ready:
- Photos of damage caused by the disaster event
- Personal identification documents such as drivers licence, Medicare card, passport and birth certificate
- Rates notices or lease agreements for your property
- Financial statements, tax returns and bank statements
- Insurance details
