On 1st October 2017, a new Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation came into effect in NSW. This means that Annual Fire Safety Statement assessments must be carried out by a “Competent Fire Safety Practitioner”. This has provided property managers, maintenance engineers and owner greater clarity on how to identify a person or business who is competent …
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Standards are tools to disseminate information. They provide reassurance that the goods and services they concern are reliable, safe, and will perform the required service. Many existing Standards have developed in response to user, industry and consumer needs for up-to-date requirements and recommendations. As a result, they protect Australian tradesmen, their customers, and the end …
Residential Home Fires The majority of all fire-related deaths occurring in Australia are the result of a residential home fire, with the majority of deceased resting or sleeping at the time of the incident. Without working smoke alarms, residents are four times more likely to die as a result of a residential home fire than …
A fire is a scary reality, which becomes even scarier when you don’t have an adequate workplace emergency plan or your equipment is not ready for action when the time comes. The ongoing maintenance of your fire response equipment is a crucial component for the safety of you, your employees and your customers. Why Is …
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What really makes an Evacuation Diagram is the same details that make movie posters and billboards effective. It all comes down to the details like colour, fonts, size, symbols and much, much more. We don’t know about you, but we consider a great plan to be art. Colour Colour is an incredibly powerful tool in …
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Is your business or workplace adequately safeguarded against fire? If you’re not sure yet, chances are it’s not. Don’t lose everything if a fire breaks out at your office—here are three essential safety measures you need to have in case of fire. 1. Emergency Lighting Systems Emergency and Exit lighting systems are an integral part …
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With the hot weather and long nights now here it is officially BBQ season. However, before firing up the barbie, it is important to make sure that you are not putting your or anybody else’s health and safety at risk. Emergency services respond to an average of one barbecue related incident per day during summer …
Wollongong-based East Coast Fire and Safety has recently released a brand-new lineup of Fire Indicator Panels. The new series is compatible with new sites, deployable during or right after the construction timeline. However, it can also be used in older buildings where maintenance and repair costs are ramping up, making it more cost-effective to replace …
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Annual Fire Safety Certificate for Strata Managers All strata managers are required to submit an initial fire safety certificate & schedule on all new or altered buildings. Each year afterwards, they are required to submit an Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS) according to the local council. The AFSS forms but must be approved by a …
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Water Supply and Storage In a lot of places, especially in urban areas where many people work and live, fire hazards can be quite common. It is for this reason why it is essential that the fire protection systems have a regular water supply that can be obtained locally and easily. One of the best …
