FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT
At Fire Check Consultants, we bring trusted expertise in fire risk management, delivering comprehensive fire risk assessments and certifications that comply with the Australian National Constitution Code (NCC), Australian Standards, and international benchmarks. Our accreditations span across all Australian states, territories, and parts of the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring fire safety compliance wherever your business operates.
With extensive experience in conducting regular fire risk assessments and auditing essential fire safety equipment and requirements for a wide range of occupancies and workplaces, including hazardous installations, we help confirm compliance and opportunities for improvement. Our tailored risk management services enable your business to enhance workplace safety, address potential fire hazards, and implement proactive improvement measures to ensure the highest standards of safety for your fire protection systems.
Fire Risk Assessment
A key pillar of fire safety is conducting a thorough fire risk assessment. For many buildings, this is not just a best practice but a legal requirement under local legislation. A well-executed assessment serves as the foundation for developing an effective fire strategy tailored to your building’s unique needs.
At Fire Check Consultants, we specialise in performing detailed fire risk assessments and preparing comprehensive fire strategy documents. Using advanced risk assessment tools, our consultants evaluate the overall fire risk of your building and analyse its egress facilities and emergency warning systems to design a complete and reliable evacuation strategy. This proactive approach ensures your building is well-prepared to protect occupants and comply with regulatory requirements.
Fire Safety Audits
At Fire Check Consultants, we offer comprehensive fire safety audits for buildings and sites, ensuring they meet compliance with the Australian National Construction Code (NCC), relevant Australian Standards, and State/Territory Building Fire Safety Regulations. Our audits include performance testing of essential services, such as fire alarms and sprinkler systems, verifying that they meet the required standards at the time of the audit.
Beyond compliance checks, our audits identify any non-conformities and provide recommendations to address them. These findings are compiled into detailed reports that demonstrate fire safety compliance to building approval officers, certifiers, councils, or insurance companies.
Ensuring compliance with the Building Code not only makes your building fit for occupancy but also minimises risks to life safety and property, giving you peace of mind and protecting your assets.
External Wall Cladding (Façade) Audit
Combustible building facades pose a significant fire risk, acting as a chimney that accelerates the spread of fire and smoke across the building envelope. Aluminium Composite Panels (ACPs), widely used by designers and builders for their aesthetic appeal, are often a key concern due to their combustible materials.
This risk has raised alarms among building insurers following a series of high-profile external facade fires. Numerous audits have revealed that many buildings contain non-compliant exterior cladding, leaving them vulnerable to potential fire hazards.
At Fire Check Consultants, we specialise in assessing the extent of non-compliant external wall cladding materials in your building. An expert fire safety engineer can identify cladding that may deteriorate into unsafe conditions and recommend a range of remedial actions to address these risks. Additionally, we can provide performance solution reports that allow for the retention of combustible cladding, supported by thorough analyses and supplementary provisions to enhance safety.
Hazardous Goods Inspections
At Fire Check Consultants, we provide comprehensive hazardous goods inspections for buildings and sites, ensuring compliance with AS 1940 – The Storage and Handling of Flammable and Combustible Liquids. Our inspections evaluate the nature and storage conditions of hazardous goods, identifying any potential risks or areas of non-compliance.
Our services are tailored to address specific hazardous goods items or compliance concerns, providing a customised approach to meet your needs. Following the inspection, we deliver a detailed report that outlines findings and offers actionable recommendations to address non-compliance issues effectively.
These inspections and reports are invaluable for demonstrating compliance with AS 1940 to Fire Service Safety Assessment Officers or insurance companies, giving you confidence in the safety and legality of your hazardous goods storage practices.
Fire Safety Management Plan
At Fire Check Consultants, we create tailored Fire Safety Management Plans and Management In-Use Plans designed to enhance fire preparedness and ensure compliance with legislative requirements. These plans provide clear guidance for building management and occupants, outlining the actions to take in the event of a fire.
Our experts assist with every step of the process, from preparing the plans to training building occupants and management teams during fire drills. This ensures everyone is familiar with the procedures and ready to respond effectively in an emergency.
Maintaining a Fire Safety Management Plan is often a legislative requirement for building occupiers. It is essential to provide adequate instructions to occupants and to retain a copy of the plan alongside the building’s approval documents. For a plan to be truly effective, all building occupants must participate in a structured training program, ensuring their knowledge and skills remain up to date.
EFFECTIVE FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT AND MANAGEMENT STARTS WITH FIRE CHECK CONSULTANTS
At Fire Check Consultants, we provide comprehensive fire risk management solutions to help you achieve compliance, enhance safety, and protect your assets. From fire risk assessments to safety audits and management plans, we’re here to support your fire safety needs. Get in touch with us today.
