by Katina | Dec 1, 2021 | building codes
Backyard BBQs, fairy lights, and family meals are all part of what makes the Australian holiday season so special. They do, however, increase the risk of a Christmas fire. Every year, more than 50 Australians are killed in residential fires, which is more than floods,...
by Katina | Nov 3, 2021 | building codes
Fire doors are wide, heavy doors that are designed to prevent the spread of fire in a structure and, when utilized properly, may be quite effective. But how do fire doors work exactly, and what are the current regulations governing their use in strata schemes? How Do...
by Katina | Sep 1, 2021 | building codes
As the limits of Covid-19 are removed and modifications are made in your organization, it’s critical that they’re taken into account in your premise Fire Risk Assessment to help manage and mitigate the risk of fire. If your business is reopening, there are...
by Katina | Jul 23, 2021 | building codes
According to NSW Fire & Rescue, 40% of home fires are caused by electrical appliances and faults. During winter, this number increases due to the use of heaters. Heaters make the cold weather more bearable by keeping the inside of your home warm and cozy....
by Katina | Jul 8, 2021 | building codes
Does your fire alarm go off suddenly even without an actual fire? Did you know that you could get fined due to these unwanted alarms? Unwanted alarms or false alarms happen when smoke detectors go off due to non-emergency reasons, such as smoke from cooking or dirt...
by Katina | Apr 14, 2021 | building codes
Smoke alarms are life-saving equipment capable of detecting smoke even before you notice the fire. This gives you critical seconds to either control the fire or evacuate. There are different types of smoke alarms and it can be confusing how they operate. So...
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