Disaster Recovery - The Clean Up (Lifestyle Recovery)

It is important to know best practices when dealing with essentials such as:

• Returning to affected buildings
  

  For your safety you should wait until hazards have been cleared, basic needs are available and the site is declared safe.

• Utilities
  

  You will need to find out the contact details in case of fallen power lines, power outages or water disrruptions.

• Pools and water tanks
  

  After a flood disaster you’ll need to restore your swimming or spa pool from contaminants before it’s safe to use again. Rainwater tanks and bore water holding tanks are also likely to contain harmful organisms and not be suitable for normal use.

• Floodwater contamination
  

  Floodwater is often contaminated by sewage and by agricultural or industrial wastes and chemicals that cause wound infections, dermatitis, conjunctivitis or ear, nose and throat infections.

• Mould
  

  Breathing in, eating, drinking or touching mould can cause health problems, especially for people with asthma, sensitivities or allergies. Remove mould safely and take action to stop or minimise mould growth.

• Asbestos
  

  Learn about how to deal with asbestos if you’re involved with clean up and recovery of buildings damaged by natural disasters.

Learn more about best practices when cleanbing up after a disaster by following the link(s) below.

References

1. Cleaning up ( qld.gov.au)