New Fire Safety Regulation Provides Stronger Consumer Guarantees

Fire safety regulation introduced in April, 2020 legislates that only persons accredited as competent fire safety practitioners under Fire Protection Association Australia’s Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme (FPAS) will be authorised to endorse plans and specifications of fire safety systems. The …

What Are Fire Protection Systems?

Fire safety is absolutely crucial for business owners and home owners alike. A small fire can conflagrate out of control in seconds and spread to other areas of a building where people may be working, relaxing or asleep. This can …

How Is Fire-Resistance Level Rating Calculated?

A fire resistance level (FRL) in Australian or Fire resistance rating (FRR) in New Zealand) is determined by submitting a product to the Standard Fire Test.  This fire test method is titled AS1530.4. Methods for Fire Tests on Building Materials, …

Improving Fire Safety In Existing Residential Buildings

In existing multistorey apartment buildings, it can be challenging, invasive and costly to improve fire safety. As a result, property asset owners and managers look for solutions that can be easily integrated into the building’s existing design and structure. Also, …