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CFA has a wide range of publications to help you plan and prepare for fires all year round.

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Cover	Title and information
	7 Dec 2022 Smoke Alarm Brochure (PDF 3.4MB) Everything you need to know about smoke alarms. Smoke Alarm Brochure (PDF 3.4MB)
	18 Nov 2022 Horses and bushfires (Version 2) (pdf 791.1KB) If you own or look after horses, you need to develop a Bushfire Survival Plan that includes them. Horses and bushfires (Version 2) (pdf 791.1KB)
	19 Oct 2022 Voluntary Grain Harvesting Guide (2022) (pdf 78.7KB) This guide applies to all grain harvesting and grain handling operations that occur "in the paddock", including operation of grain harvesters, operation of vehicles involved in transporting grain, grain dryers and grain augers. Voluntary Grain Harvesting Guide (2022) (pdf 78.7KB)
	18 Oct 2022 Livestock and Fires (Version 1) (pdf 1.5MB) Tips on how farmers can consider their livestock when developing a bushfire plan. What do do with livestock before, during and after a fire. Livestock and Fires (Version 1) (pdf 1.5MB)
	18 Oct 2022 Preventing Harvest Fires (Version 1) (pdf 750.9KB) Advice on how to prevent harvester (header) fires. Preventing Harvest Fires (Version 1) (pdf 750.9KB)
	18 Oct 2022 Preventing Haystack Fires (Version 2) (pdf 757.9KB) Learn what causes haystack fires, how to minimise the risk of haystack fires and protect your assets, and what to do if hay is heating Preventing Haystack Fires (Version 2) (pdf 757.9KB)
	18 Oct 2022 Your Guide to Farm Fire Safety (Version 1) (pdf 8.4MB) Practical tips and suggestions for managing farm fire risk. Covers everything from land and fuel management to equipment maintenance and the protection of livestock and crops from fire. Your Guide to Farm Fire Safety (Version 1) (pdf 8.4MB)
	1 Sep 2022 Leaving Early Bushfire Plan (pdf 2.6MB) Leaving early is the safest option to protect yourself and your family Leaving Early Bushfire Plan (pdf 2.6MB)
	29 Aug 2022 Fire Danger Ratings / Know Your District (July 2022) (pdf 215.4KB) Understand how the Fire Danger Rating Scale can alert you to danger so you can take action. Includes a map of the Fire Danger Ratings districts with a list of municipalities in each district. Fire Danger Ratings / Know Your District (July 2022) (pdf 215.4KB)
	29 Aug 2022 Fire Ready Guide for Community Workers (2022) (pdf 2MB) How to support your clients with their fire preparation and planning Fire Ready Guide for Community Workers (2022) (pdf 2MB)
	25 Aug 2022 CFA Fire Ready Kit (2022) (pdf 3MB) Guide on being Fire Ready CFA Fire Ready Kit (2022) (pdf 3MB)
	25 Aug 2022 Your Guide to Survival (Version 6) (pdf 1.4MB) A shorter version of our Fire Ready Kit. This ‘go to guide’ informs you on information such as how to stay informed on fire risk days, why you should leave early, what information to gather ahead of fire season for you and your family, understand wha ... Your Guide to Survival (Version 6) (pdf 1.4MB)
	1 Jun 2022 Your Guide to Property Preparation (pdf 2.2MB) Find out if your property is at risk of fire and how to get your house and garden ready before the fire season. Your Guide to Property Preparation (pdf 2.2MB)
	20 Dec 2021 Smoking and Home Fire Safety (pdf 69.5KB) If you are a smoker, Victorian fire services recommend you take the following actions to minimise your risk of starting a house fire. Smoking and Home Fire Safety (pdf 69.5KB)
	11 Oct 2021 Can I or Can't I? (pdf 1.5MB) Explains fire restrictions for Total Fire Ban days and during the Fire Danger Period. Can I or Can't I? (pdf 1.5MB)
	17 May 2021 Your Home Fire Safety Booklet (PDF 3.4MB) Practise your home escape plan Your Home Fire Safety Booklet (PDF 3.4MB)
	1 May 2021 Smoke Alarms (pdf 362.6KB) All residential properties in Victoria must have working smoke alarms. Smoke Alarms (pdf 362.6KB)
	1 Nov 2019 On the Land - Agricultural Fire Management Guidelines (PDF 5.4MB) On the Land is an important resource for farmers, land and plantation owners or managers, bush block owners, rural educators, government and industry. It is especially valuable for landholders in the process of property planning, or for those who are ... On the Land - Agricultural Fire Management Guidelines (PDF 5.4MB)
	1 Oct 2019 Smoke Alarm Ideographic (pdf 466.5KB) Layout and maintenance assistance for smoke alarms Smoke Alarm Ideographic (pdf 466.5KB)
	1 Aug 2019 Candle, Oil Burner and Incense Safety (pdf 63.7KB) Fact Sheet Candle, Oil Burner and Incense Safety (pdf 63.7KB)
	1 Aug 2019 Electricity (pdf 90.9KB) Fact Sheet Electricity (pdf 90.9KB)
	1 Aug 2019 Fire Blankets (pdf 109KB) Fact Sheet Fire Blankets (pdf 109KB)
	1 Aug 2019 Heating (pdf 70.6KB) Fact Sheet Heating (pdf 70.6KB)
	1 Aug 2019 Home Fire Escape Plan (pdf 156.3KB) Fact Sheet Home Fire Escape Plan (pdf 156.3KB)
	1 Aug 2019 Home Security vs Fire Safety (pdf 45.7KB) Fact Sheet Home Security vs Fire Safety (pdf 45.7KB)
	1 Aug 2019 Kitchen Cooking (pdf 78.5KB) Fact Sheet Kitchen Cooking (pdf 78.5KB)
	1 Aug 2019 Laundry Safety (pdf 76.1KB) Fact Sheet Laundry Safety (pdf 76.1KB)
	1 Sep 2018 Are you burning off safely? (pdf 1.1MB) Tips to ensure your burning-off is done as safely as possible Are you burning off safely? (pdf 1.1MB)
	1 Sep 2018 Pets and Bushfires (pdf 922.2KB) If you live near bush, grassland or coastal areas, you need to develop a Bushfire Survival Plan that includes your pets. This document has been appropriately tagged for screen readers. Pets and Bushfires (pdf 922.2KB)
	1 Dec 2016 Private Bushfire Shelters - A guide for siting, landscaping and use (Version 2) (pdf 470.3KB) A guide for siting, landscaping and use Private Bushfire Shelters - A guide for siting, landscaping and use (Version 2) (pdf 470.3KB)
	1 Nov 2016 Grass Fires Fact Sheet - Rural (pdf 1.6MB) General Information to help you know how to protect yourself and your property from grassfires if you live in rural areas. Grass Fires Fact Sheet - Rural (pdf 1.6MB)
	1 Nov 2016 Grassfires Fact Sheet - Urban (pdf 884.1KB) General Information to help you know how to protect yourself and your property from grassfires if you live near cities and towns. Grassfires Fact Sheet - Urban (pdf 884.1KB)
	1 Aug 2014 Fire Safe BBQ (jpg 199.9KB) Follow these fire safe barbeque tips during summer. Fire Safe BBQ (jpg 199.9KB)
	1 Feb 2014 Evaporative air conditioner - fire safety (pdf 350.5KB) How to keep your evaporative air conditioner safe from embers during a bushfire. Evaporative air conditioner - fire safety (pdf 350.5KB)
	1 May 2013 Therapeutic wheat bags fact sheet (pdf 19.6KB) Safety hints when using therapeutic wheat bags. Therapeutic wheat bags fact sheet (pdf 19.6KB)
	1 May 2012 Home fire safety checklist and escape plan (pdf 287.4KB) A checklist to help you keep your house safe from common causes of fire. Follow the instructions to draw up your home fire escape plan. Home fire safety checklist and escape plan (pdf 287.4KB)
	1 Jan 2012 Youth Firesetting Support Guide (pdf 5.9MB) A resource for parents and practitioners concerned about fire-risk behaviour in a child or young person. Youth Firesetting Support Guide (pdf 5.9MB)
	1 May 2007 Be prepared for a fire (pdf 328.3KB) Fact sheet Be prepared for a fire (pdf 328.3KB)
	1 May 2007 How parents and caregivers can prevent burns and scalds (pdf 338.3KB) Fact sheet How parents and caregivers can prevent burns and scalds (pdf 338.3KB)
	1 May 2007 Tips around the home (pdf 329.6KB) Fact sheet Tips around the home (pdf 329.6KB)