Interpretation

2.—(1) In this Order–

“chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear incident” means an event or situation involving the release or potential release of chemical, biological or radio-active contaminants;

“serious transport incident” means an event or situation involving a train, tram or aircraft that causes or is likely to cause one or more individuals to die, be seriously injured or become seriously ill;

“serious flooding” means flooding that causes or is likely to cause one or more individuals to die, be seriously injured or become seriously ill and which results from–

(a)

natural causes; or

(b)

an escape of water; and

“specified authority” means a relevant authority (within the meaning of the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005).

(2) Any reference in this Order to protecting people from serious harm shall be construed as a reference to protecting persons from death, serious injury or serious illness.