Krisis Consultancy
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Our Mission and Vision
Mission
At Krisis Consultancy our mission is to provide our clients with capable and qualified emergency management based consultation and related services at competitive prices, to enable the development of capable and resilient organisations.
Vision
At Krisis Consultancy our vision is to be the preferred emergency management based consultant for all types of business and NFP organisations and local governments within Western Australia, and to be a preferred supplier of aviation safety services across the West Australian aviation industry.
About us
Our Story
The Krisis Consultancy story began with a passion for building emergency management (EM) capability across organisations inclusive of Western Australian (WA) based local government (LG) areas.
We identified the need for a personalised, results-driven consultancy service, and set out to close that gap using knowledge gained through 30+ years of operational experience across local, state, and national agencies, from a passion for academic learning, and through a personal commitment to achieving excellence.
Our Services
Krisis Consultancy offers various services to build local EM capability and resilience across all organisational types.
Peer review, auditing and revision of:
- Local Emergency Management Arrangements for LG; and
- EM documentation inclusive of plans and procedures.
Document development and testing of:
- EM plans and procedures, with a specialised focus of Aerodrome Emergency Plans also available.
Other services including:
- Local Emergency Management Committee Executive Officer appointment, and interim/short-term appointments in roles such as EM Project Manager, and/or EM Advisor;
- Skills gap analysis to determine training needs;
- Facilitation of capability building training;
- Development and facilitation of discussion/functional exercises focused on organisational needs, inclusive of those within an Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting context;
- Development of Incident Management capabilities, focused on an AIIMS based Incident Management System;
- Establishment of Emergency Operations Centres and associated procedures to maintain business operations;
- Organisational risk analysis including Business Impact Assessments and Business Continuity Plans;
- After Action Reviews, as focused on fostering a lessons management environment; and more.
Our Approach
At Krisis Consultancy we believe that collaboration is essential, and
work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and to develop practical solutions tailored to their unique needs.
We would be happy to discuss your particular requirements, with contact possible via online form, email or mobile phone.
An option to complete a 'self-assessment' process is also available for initial individual review. This assists all parties to start from a clear point of understanding.
Our Founder
Brad founded Krisis Consultancy after working within the EM industry across a range of agencies inclusive of private industry and public service at a local government, state government, and federal government level, where he gained significant knowledge of the best approach to create capable and resilient organisations.
As part of a continued improvement approach Brad previously gained a Graduate Certificate and then a Masters within Emergency Management, and is currently studying a PhD through Edith Cowan University. His thesis topic is that of a policy review of the existing Australian Emergency Management Arrangements, in considering the potential for enhanced harmonisation across Australian jurisdictions in preparation for an increasingly risk-based future environment.
Brad is also currently providing Research Assistant / Casual Academic services across a number of Australian-based universities to provide subject matter expert support within EM based subjects at AQF's Level 7 to 9, thereby building the next generation of Emergency Managers within Australia.
Testimonials
Travis, Hybrid Corporate Solutions (June 2024)
"Brad's knowledge and experience in emergency management has supported the Department of Education (WA), and in his review of the agency's Emergency and Incident Management Capabilities he identified a number of key areas for improvement.
In addition, Brad was a significant stakeholder to support the development of the Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan for Rangelands Natural Resource Management. His approach is professional, genuine and collaborative, always focusing on the best outcome for clients".
Associations
Australian Airports Association
The AAA represents the interests of more than 340 airports and aerodromes Australia wide – from the local country community landing strip to major international gateway airports. AAA members represent vital infrastructure crucial to the communities in which they operate and for the overall national economy.
Brad is currently a Corporate Member with the AAA and is working to assist the aviation industry through his aviation safety skillset developed over 17 years within aviation rescue fire fighting services.
International Aviation Fire Protection Association
The IAFPA is committed to promote International Civil Aviation Safety Standards in Aviation Fire Fighting and Rescue (ARFF) capability, and to promote closer cooperation between emergency responders and emergency planners across the Asia Pacific, European and Middle East aviation regions.
Brad is currently an Individual Member with the IAFPA and is working to build capability within ARFF based services across Western Australia.
International Association of Emergency Managers
The International Association of Emergency Managers is an organisation dedicated to promoting the profession of emergency management by working with its membership to promote the goals of saving lives and protecting property during emergencies and disasters.
Brad is currently acknowledged as an Associate Emergency Manager (AEM) as based on his skills developed in over 30+ years within the industry.
Natural Hazards Research Australia
Natural Hazards Research Australia is Australia’s national centre for natural hazard resilience and disaster risk reduction, and is funded as a research organisation to address the major challenges arising from natural hazards, including bushfires, floods, cyclones, heatwaves, storms and other hazards. The Centre works with partners in all states and territories, federal, state and local governments, key industry bodies, the private and not-for-profit sectors, research and other organisations with a stake in protecting Australian communities.
Brad is currently an Associate Student with NHRA, engaging with the organisation as part of his PhD studies through Edith Cowan University.
Accreditations
Incident Cause Analysis Method (ICAM)
ICAM Training has a focus on thorough and methodical incident investigation with a structured process aimed at reducing the risk and preventing recurrence of incidents.
Brad is currently accredited as an ICAM Lead Investigator, and has used this skillset during a number of high-impact incident investigations.
Prince 2 Project Management
PRINCE2 is a project management methodology that emphasizes organisation and control and is linear and process-based, focusing on moving initiatives through predefined stages. The PRINCE2 certification is globally recognised and, firmly established as the world's most-practised method for project management.
Brad is currently accredited as a certified Prince2 Practioner, and has used this skillset to manage a number of high profile projects.
Affiliations
Hybrid Corporate Solutions
Hybrid Corporate Solutions specialises in providing seamless investigation and capability building solutions to organisations.
As the founding Director, Travis assists organisations to achieve their goals by combining his expertise in various fields and offering services tailored to their needs.
Travis Rickson
0408 872 844