INQ331

To ensure that the LEMA Review leads to improved LEMA processes and outputs that are responsive to the needs and capacity of the WA LG sector, WALGA recommends that the Department of Fire and Emergency Services and SEMC approve and secure funding for a three-year LEMA Improvement Project to imple

WALGA recommends that as part of the LEMA Improvement Project a position be established within WALGA to work closely with the DFES SEMC business Unit to pilot new LEMA approaches with LG to ensure:
- LGs are supported in the transition to a new LEMA model;

WALGA recommends that the State Government increase the EM resourcing for LGs who currently lack EM capacity and capability. This includes:
- Expanding the CESM Program to all LGs to provide LGs additional support to fulfil their LEMA requirements.

WALGA recommends the State Government develop a simpler and streamlined State Emergency Management Framework with improved communications, guidance and digital tools for LGs to assist them to meet their LEMA obligations This includes:

WALGA recommends that the SEMC abolish the current one-sizefits all LEMA model template and develop a suite of LEMA guidance material and practical tools. New LEMA guidance and resources should:
- reduce the LEMA administration burden for LGs

WALGA recommends that the State Government develop new LEMA approaches that focus more on building the EM capacity and capability of the LG sector through the provision of training, exercising support and targeted investment rather than compliance. This includes: