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CFA Publications

CFA has a wide range of publications on fire safety and related topics.

You can also find other publications of interest here.

  • Other Resources - non-CFA publications about firefighting and fire safety.

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Latest Additions

Title and Cover Description Date Published
Freedom of Information Form - without legal representative CFA Freedom of Information Request Form (Without legal representative)

A Form used to request for information from CFA. (Without legal representative)

Download PDF (20k)

November 2009
Freedom of Information form - Legal Representative CFA Freedom of Information Request Form (Legal representative)

A Form used to request for information from CFA. (Legal representative)

Download PDF (23k)

November 2009
Bushfire Warnings and Information - Thumbnail 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
Horses and Bushfires - Thumbnail 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
NSP Assessment Guideline Cover Thumbnail Neighbourhood Safer Places - Assessment Guideline

The following is the CFA Assessment Guidelines for Neighbourhood Safer Places (NSP). The guideline sets out the criteria to be applied by CFA in relation to assessing the suitability of potential Neighbourhood Safer Places.

At the request of a municipal council, CFA will assess the suitability of a proposed NSP, and advise the council in relation to its suitability as an NSP based on this criteria. Council will, through its Municipal Emergency Planning Committee, further consider the use of the space as an NSP taking into account a broader range of issues such as access and owner consent before formally designating the NSP.
Download PDF - 63k

October 2009
Survival Guide - Thumbnail 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 - 64k

October 2009
Bushfire Risk Brochure 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.

Visit the FireReady Kit page

October 2009
Fire Danger Ratings Brochure Cover Fire Danger Ratings

Understand how the Fire Danger Rating Scale will alert you to danger so you can take action.

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October 2009
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