Simpson Barracks

About the base

Predominately a Forces Command training base supporting Defence Force School of Signals (tri-service technicians and operators of information, communication, and electronic warfare systems), Defence Force School of Music (tri-service musicians) and Army Education Centre. In addition, Headquarters 4th Brigade (Victoria's reserve Brigade) and Headquarters Australian Army Cadets Victoria operate from the site.

Access

Only vehicles of those holding a Defence Common Access Card, Visitor Identification Card or authorised contractors, will be approved to enter site via electronic access. Vehicle searches by Access Control Personnel may occur prior to entry on Base. These searches occur with drivers consent. Where drivers disagree to searches, entry to Base is denied.

Visiting hours

7:30 am – 4 pm

Road rules

Speed limit is 40km/h unless otherwise signposted and not to exceed 10km/h when overtaking formed military members.

Hazards

Hazard Name

Location

Description

Active Vehicle Barriers

Main & Rear Entry

Max speed limit 20km/h. Adhering to the speed limit will ensure you are able to stop in time if there is a requirement to activate the barriers.

Sirens and lights will communicate information about the base security status and procedures.

Status Lights Sounds Procedure
Alert Blue flashing lights ‘beep, beep, beep’ tone + ‘alert alert alert’ voice command Prepare to receive direction and maintain awareness.
Evacuation Blue flashing lights ‘whoop, whoop, whoop’ tone + evacuate, evacuate, evacuate’ voice command Exit building and assemble at predetermined assembly area. Remain at assembly area and await further direction.
Disperse Blue flashing lights Rapid short 'beeping' tone + 'disperse, disperse, disperse' voice command Rapidly move away from mass gathering and maintain awareness.
Lockdown Blue flashing lights Rapid short ‘beeping’ tone + ‘lockdown, lockdown, lockdown’ voice command

Follow the CLOSE procedure.

  • Close windows, blinds, doors and turn off lights.
  • Lock computers and put documents away.
  • Out-of-sight and minimise movement.
  • Stay silent and turn off phones.
  • Endure and maintain.
Stand down Green flashing lights Low-pitched ‘buzzing’ tone + ‘all clear, all clear, all clear voice command Resume normal activities.

Call 000 for life threatening, critical or serious situations.

Contact Access Control to advise of Emergency Vehicle attendance on 03 8481 7415.