At QUT, the ECO consists of the Controller (Security Superintendent) assisted by a number of building wardens appointed for each building on campus. The building warden reports to the Controller in a major emergency.
The wardens required for each building are appointed by the Associate Director - Campus Services following recommendations by managers of areas occupying space within the building. The Associate Director - Campus Services will provide the managers with a pro-forma and associated material that they may use to make their recommendations. The pro-forma will also clearly specify the obligations and commitments associated with the recommendations for the position of warden.
The building warden reports to the Associate Director - Campus Services regarding implementation of a building evacuation plan, coordination of building evacuations and the proper maintenance of building safety equipment.