Critical events: recognising and managing the impacts – a guide for first responders
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Disaster resilience resources
Fortem’s disaster resilience resources support first responders and their families before, during and after disaster and critical events.
Disaster resilience
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Australia’s emergency services workforce operates under extraordinary pressure, responding to natural disasters, critical incidents, and community emergencies with unwavering commitment. Recognising the unique pressures faced by those on the front line of disasters and emergencies, these resources provide practical, evidence-informed guidance to strengthen coping skills, promote psychological safety, and support recovery over time.
Accessible and easy to use, Fortem’s disaster resilience resources aim to help first responders feel better prepared, more supported, and less alone when responding to, or recovering from, disaster events.
If reading one of our resources triggers thoughts of suicide or vulnerability and you need professional support, please reach out to Lifeline (13 11 14), Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636) or Fortem’s Clinical Services (1300 33 95 94).
Disaster resilience directory
A central directory connecting first responders, their families and communities to trusted, location-specific disaster and emergency information, with direct links to state, territory and local government resources when it matters most.