Question 1

Where can I get evacuation diagrams in Australia?

Accepted Answer

EvacPath (evacpath.com) provides AS 3745 compliant evacuation diagrams (also called evacuation floor plans) for businesses across all Australian states and territories. We work entirely remotely: you send us your floor plan (PDF, photo, sketch, or video walkthrough) and we deliver print-ready PDF diagrams in 3 to 5 business days. No site inspection or site visit is required. We serve Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra, Darwin, the Gold Coast, and regional areas.

Question 2

How much do evacuation diagrams cost in Australia?

Accepted Answer

At EvacPath, evacuation diagram pricing starts from A$70 per diagram. Our Basic package is A$280 for up to 4 diagrams, and our Standard package is A$420 for up to 8 diagrams. Custom quotes are available for larger buildings or multi-floor sites. Every order is revised until you approve the final files, with 2 rounds of minor revisions included after delivery. There are no site visit fees or hidden costs. Visit evacpath.com/pricing for full details.

Question 3

Do I need evacuation diagrams for my business in Australia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If your Australian business premises are occupied by staff, visitors, or the public, you are expected to have evacuation diagrams displayed on site. Australian Standard AS 3745:2010 (Planning for Emergencies in Facilities) requires facilities to have an emergency plan that includes evacuation diagrams. This applies to offices, retail shops, restaurants, cafes, warehouses, schools, medical clinics, gyms, childcare centres, and hotels. Fire authorities, local councils, and insurers across Australia expect compliance.

Question 4

What is AS 3745 and does it apply to my building?

Accepted Answer

AS 3745:2010 is the Australian Standard titled "Planning for emergencies in facilities." It sets out requirements for emergency planning including what evacuation diagrams must contain, how they must be oriented, and where they must be displayed. AS 3745 applies to any facility in Australia that has occupants, including commercial, industrial, and public buildings. Compliance is expected by fire authorities, building inspectors, and insurance providers. EvacPath produces all diagrams to meet AS 3745 requirements.

Question 5

Can I order evacuation diagrams online without a site visit?

Accepted Answer

Yes. EvacPath is a fully remote, digital-only evacuation diagram service. You can order online at evacpath.com without scheduling a site visit. Simply send us your floor plan (a PDF, photograph, hand-drawn sketch, or video walkthrough of your premises), indicate the locations of fire equipment and exits, and we create your AS 3745 compliant diagrams. This remote process makes it faster and more affordable than traditional providers who charge site visit fees.

Question 6

How many evacuation diagrams does my building need?

Accepted Answer

At minimum, you need one diagram per floor. Additional diagrams should be installed at main entrances, fire stairs, near lifts, and inside hotel rooms or apartment entrance doors. The exact number depends on your building layout and the recommendations of your Emergency Planning Committee.

Question 7

Can I create my own evacuation diagrams?

Accepted Answer

Technically yes, but it is not recommended. AS 3745 has specific requirements for diagram content, sizing, symbols, orientation, and placement. A diagram that does not meet these requirements may fail a fire safety audit or inspection. Professional diagrams ensure compliance and accuracy.

Question 8

Do you need to visit my building?

Accepted Answer

No. EvacPath works 100% remotely. You send us your floor plan (PDF, image, or hand-drawn sketch), mark the locations of fire equipment and exits, and we create your diagrams. This saves you the cost of a site visit while still delivering accurate, compliant results.

Question 9

What if I do not have floor plans?

Accepted Answer

You can draw a rough sketch of your building layout showing rooms, exits, and corridors. Take photos of the fire equipment locations and mark them on your sketch. For complex buildings without any plans, we can discuss options including working from photos and measurements you provide.

Question 10

How long does it take to receive my diagrams?

Accepted Answer

Standard turnaround is 3 to 5 business days from when we receive your floor plan and equipment markups. If you need diagrams sooner, contact us and we will do our best to accommodate your timeline.

Question 11

What format are the diagrams delivered in?

Accepted Answer

All diagrams are delivered as high-resolution, print-ready PDF files. You can print them at any size from A4 upwards. We recommend A3 for diagrams that include optional elements.

Question 12

Are printing and installation included?

Accepted Answer

No. EvacPath is digital-only. You receive print-ready PDF diagrams (A3 recommended, AS 3745 compliant) that you or any local printer (for example Officeworks) can print, laminate, and mount. Physical printing and on-site installation are not included in the service.

Question 13

How often should evacuation diagrams be updated?

Accepted Answer

Diagrams should be reviewed and updated after any building renovation, changes to fire equipment locations, changes to exit routes, or changes to assembly areas. As a general rule, review them at least every 5 years. If your building layout has changed since the diagrams were created, they should be replaced.

Question 14

What happens if my diagrams are not compliant?

Accepted Answer

Non-compliant or missing evacuation diagrams can result in fines from local council or fire authorities, failed building inspections, insurance complications after an incident, and liability exposure if someone is injured during an evacuation.

Question 15

Do you cover all of Australia?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Because we work remotely from your floor plans, we can service any location in Australia including metropolitan, regional, and remote areas across all states and territories.

Question 16

What payment methods do you accept?

Accepted Answer

Bank transfer or PayPal, whichever is easier for you, and invoices are in AUD. Nothing is payable until you approve your first draft, so you always see the work before you pay.

Question 17

Can I see a sample before ordering?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Visit our samples page to see examples of our evacuation diagrams. This gives you a clear idea of the quality, layout, and detail you can expect.

Question 18

Do you create evacuation diagrams for NDIS SDA accommodation?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We deliver AS 3745-aligned evacuation diagrams for NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) builds across Australia. SDA buildings have specific evacuation considerations including a Mobility Impaired Persons panel that prioritises alerting support staff and calling 000, accessible exit pathways, and assembly areas suited to occupants with limited mobility. Each unit diagram is oriented to the viewer's facing direction per AS 3745 clause 3.6. A typical 4-unit SDA build needs around 13 to 14 diagrams (one per primary bedroom, visitor bedroom, and kitchen or living area, plus utility building diagrams). Send your architectural plans and unit layouts and we deliver in 3 to 5 business days.

Question 19

What does AS 3745 require for SDA evacuation diagrams?

Accepted Answer

AS 3745 requirements for SDA accommodation are the same as for any commercial occupancy, with two practical adjustments. First, the Mobility Impaired Persons panel takes priority over generic RACE wording because resident mobility is the defining occupancy characteristic. The text focuses on alerting support staff, calling 000, and remaining in a safe area if evacuation is not possible. Second, diagram orientation per clause 3.6 (heads-up direction matching the viewer's actual facing) is especially important in SDA because residents may rely on the diagram to anticipate the path ahead. Each placement location (typically primary bedroom, visitor bedroom, and kitchen or living area) gets its own oriented diagram even within the same unit. We also align symbol colour and legend conventions with AS 3745 expectations: red filled circle for smoke alarms, blue filled circle for sprinkler heads, green for exit paths and assembly areas.

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