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House fires are caused by factors inside and outside the home. Here you'll find information about residential house fire and bushfires.
Most of the publications below are available in a printable PDF format. To obtain a hard copy of any of the following free brochures, e-mail brochures@cfa.vic.gov.au or call 1800 240 667.
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Township Protection Plans | Township Protection Plans have been developed for the 52 identified high risk bushfire locations in Victoria. View / Download a Community Information Map for these locations Visit the Township Protection Plans page |
November 2009 |
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Bushfire Warnings and Information | It is important to understand that bushfires can spread quickly and threaten lives and property within minutes. If a fire starts nearby you may not receive an official warning. Learn what to expect and where to find information. Download PDF (pdf 138k) |
November 2009 |
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Horses and Bushfires | A quick reference guide for horse owners to plan for the safety and survival of their horses.. Download PDF (pdf 67k) |
November 2009 |
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Bushfire Survival Guide | The only way to ensure your safety from Bushfires is to be well away from the threat. Proper planning and safety procedures can reduce the risk to your life. This guide provides a brief explanation of how you can protect you and your family. Download PDF (364k) |
October 2009 |
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FireReady Kit | CFA has produced the FireReady Kit to help you understand your bushfire risk, prepare your property and develop a Bushfire Survival Plan based on your decision to leave early or to actively defend your property. |
October 2009 |
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Fire Danger Ratings | Understand how the Fire Danger Rating Scale will alert you to danger so you can take action. Download PDF (310k) |
October 2009 |
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Radiant Heat |
Protecting yourself from radiant heat, the major killer in bushfire. Download PDF (210k) View more info under Personal Survival | See also: surviving in cars - recent research
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October 2009 |
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Community Fireguard | A community development program designed to reduce the loss of lives and homes in bushfires. Download PDF (1.04Mb) See also: Community Fireguard section of this website |
October 2009 |
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Living with Fire - A Community Engagement
Framework 2008-2012 |
The Living with Fire Framework (Living with Fire) is a joint initiative of the Victorian Government and Victoria's fire agencies to coordinate all awareness, information, education and empowerment programs relating to fire in the environment, based on three key themes of People, Communities and Environment. Download PDF (Large File! - 2001k) See also: Summer Fire Safety section of this website |
November 2008 |
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On the Land | Agricultural Fire Management Guidelines that provide an overview of fire safety and management on rural properties. Download PDF (3.45mb) or visit the On The Land page to view seperate sections and other information. |
Updated December 2007 |
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Your Home Fire Safety | What you need to know to prevent and survive housefires in your home. Download PDF (773k) or see our Home Safety section Note: Also available in other languages >> |
August 2007 |
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Early Fire Safe Fact Sheets | Early Fire Safe is an educational program delivered by fire service personnel and supported by the CFA and MFB. Read the fact sheets from the program: • How parents and caregivers can prevent burns and scalds (pdf 338k) Note: Also available in other languages >> |
May 2007 |
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Know Your Total Fire Ban District | Identifies the Fire Ban Districts by municipality Download
PDF (257k) or see the Fire
Restrictions section
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Updated September 2006 |
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Caravan Parks, Fire Restrictions & Total Fire Bans | The use of various appliances in caravan parks during declared
Fire Danger Periods and Total Fire Bans Download PDF (57k) |
Updated September 2006 |
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Can I Or Can't I? | Rules for use of fires during the Fire Danger Period, or on days of Total Fire Ban. Download PDF (73k) or Black/White PDF version (41k) Note: Also available in other languages >> See Also: the Fire Restrictions section |
Updated August 2006 |
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Caravan Park Fire Safety Guideline | Guideline for caravan park owners, operators and occupants. Download PDF (1,282k) |
July 2006 |
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Property Bushfire Preparation and Vegetation Management | This case study demonstrates that we can prepare our property for bushfire and protect native vegetation. Download PDF (194k) |
January 2005 |
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Guidelines for Operating Private Equipment at Fires | Are you planning to use your own machinery or vehicles in the event of fire? |
October 2004 |
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Class A Foam, Wetting Agent and your property |
Information for property owners about firefighting chemicals CFA may need to utilise during a fire. Download PDF (313k) |
2003 |
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WMO Applicant's Kit |
Proper land use planning can help ensure that future development
is more capable of withstanding wildfire. Download PDF (852k) See the Bushfire Risk Areas section |
2002 |
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After a Bushfire - Information Sheets | Department of Human Services has provided a range of information resources to assist with community recovery after a bushfire. | Various |
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A variety of information sheets are available to view online | • Ash
Wednesday
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| See also Residents: Your Home | Summer Fire Safety | Farm Fire Safety Fire Restrictions: Total Fire Bans | Can I or Cant I? |
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