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Fire Safe Inspections

Documents updated 1 Oct '09:

As part of legislative requirements, CFA ensure that fire safety services in structures are built and maintained in accordance with the Building Code of Australia.

CFA is involved in the regulation of the Building Code of Australia. In particular, the Chief Officer is responsible for reporting on fire safety matters as referenced by the Building Regulations 2006. Such matters include but are not limited to the following:

  • Fire mains
  • Hydrants, hose reels
  • Control valves
  • Booster assemblies
  • Emergency vehicle access
  • Fire indicator panels
  • Location and contents of fire control centres

In addition, the Chief Officer has powers to inspect and require the maintenance of essential services. Qualified fire brigade officers delegated with the powers of the Chief Officer provide this service.

CFA also provide a consultancy service to inspect and report on fire safety matters relating to buildings. These audits are again carried out by qualified fire brigade officers delegated with the powers of the Chief Officer.

How to apply for a Fire Protection Report

  1. Complete an Application for Report and Consent Pursuant to Building Regulations 2006 (Regulation 309 & 1003 application*) (pdf 84k)
    To be completed IN FULL.
  2. Provide three (3) sets of plans of the site/premises showing:
    • Site plan showing all boundaries, entrances, structures and details of adjoining premises
    • Floor plan of all structures showing all doors, exits and production equipment where applicable
    • Elevations
    • The location of existing and proposed Fire Protection
  3. Where you do not own or occupy the building (for example if you are considering purchasing the building or the business) you will also need to forward a completed Consent to Inspection / Evaluation of Premises / Site form (pdf 72kb) completed by the current owner/occupier.

*Note: Regulation 309 & 1003 reports were formerly known as Regulation 2.2 and 9.3 reports respectively.

How to apply for a Caravan Park Inspection and Report

  1. Complete an Application for caravan park inspection - pdf 65k. To be completed IN FULL.
  2. Provide three (3) sets of plans of the site/premises showing:
    • Site plan showing all boundaries, entrances, structures and details of dangerous goods storage.
    • The location of existing and proposed Fire Protection.
  3. A copy of the caravan parks emergency management plan.
  4. Where you do not own or occupy the building (for example if you are considering purchasing the building or the business) you will also need to forward a completed Consent to Inspection / Evaluation of Premises / Site form (pdf 72kb) completed by the current owner/occupier.

How to apply for a Fire Safety Inspection Report

  1. Complete an Application for Fire Safety Inspection - pdf 146k. To be completed IN FULL.
  2. Provide three (3) sets of plans of the site/premises showing:
    • Site plan showing all boundaries, entrances, structures and details of adjoining premises
    • Floor plan of all structures showing all doors, exits and production equipment where applicable
    • Elevations
    • The location of existing and proposed Fire Protection
  3. Where you do not own or occupy the building (for example if you are considering purchasing the building or the business) you will also need to forward a completed Consent to Inspection / Evaluation of Premises / Site form -pdf 155k completed by the current owner/occupier.

For more information, contact the Fire Safety section at CFA HQ or the Fire Safety Officer at your local CFA Area office.

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