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Accredited Bushfire Consultants | Outbuilding Bushfire Management Plans for Sheds, Carports & Garages | O-BMP | BPAD Accredited & FPA Australia Members Outbuilding BMP Bushfire Management Plans in Victoria WHY YOU NEED A Outbuilding Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) In a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) and building a new carport, garage or shed? You may require an Outbuilding Bushfire Management Plan (Outbuilding BMP). An Outbuilding Bushfire Management Plan is a site plan that includes the building location on your property, bushfire protection measures including defendable space for vegetation management and if required, bushfire construction (BAL). These bushfire protection measures will become mandatory conditions and will need to be maintained on an ongoing basis after the works have been completed as part of the planning permit approval. We are Fire Protection Association Australia members & BPAD Level 2 accredited. If you need an Outbuilding Bushfire Management Plan, contact us today to discuss your project and get a quote. Request A Quote

Frequently asked questions about bushfire prone areas, bushfire assessments & reports, report types & how and when to contact us FAQs FIND OUT MORE Frequently Asked Questions Victorian b ushfire areas Bushfire report types Which report do you need Some exemptions Bushfire emergency plans Is your property in a bushfire prone area? In Victoria, there are 2 categories for properties at risk of bushfires: - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Most rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria are in a 'Bushfire Prone Area' (BPA), in addition the more extreme areas will also have a 'Bushfire Management Overlay' (BMO). To view a map of these areas, click here. Your property will be in one of the following 4 groups: 1. Not in a Bushfire Prone Area. 2. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA). 3. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) and a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO). 4. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), and have a schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#). To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. Where can you view a bushfire prone area map? To view a map of bushfire prone areas, click here. To view an interactive map of bushfire prone areas, from the Victorian government website, click here. To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. What is a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA)? Rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria that are in a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), are subject to or likely to be subject to bushfires. Any new house, alterations or additions in a BPA will most likely require a 'Bushfire Attack Level' assessment, known as a 'BAL Report'. For more information see 'What is a BAL Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO)? The Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) identifies properties in Bushfire Prone Areas (BPA) that have very high or extreme bushfire risk. Developments within the BMO, require mandatory bushfire protection measures, including: - Defendable space (ongoing vegetation management around the development) - Bushfire construction (BAL construction) - Water supply (for firefighting use) - Access (vehicle access to water supply) In some cases, where minor building works do not trigger the BMO, a BAL Report may only be required. For more information see 'What is a BMO Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#)? Areas within a 'Schedule to the BMO' have predetermined bushfire protection measures in order to fast track the planning process. Any new house, major alteration or addition in a 'Schedule to the BMO' will most likely only require a Bushfire Management Plan (BMP). For more information see 'What is a BMP?' and 'What report do you need?' below. Where can you find out more info about all things bushfire safety? Check out our useful websites page, we have listed many of the helpful and informative websites where you can find just about anything to do with living and building in bushfire prone areas and bushfire safety. Bushfire Planning Acronyms: Bushfire areas... - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Reports... - Bushfire Attack Level Assessment (BAL Report) - Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) - Bushfire Management Statement (BMS) - Bushfire Management Overlay Report (BMO Report) Government... - Australian Standards (AS) - Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) - Country Fire Authority (CFA) - Emergency Management Victoria (EMV) - Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) - Parks Victoria (PV) - Department of Transport & Planning (DTP) formally DELWP - Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) - Victorian Building Authority (VBA) Organisations... - Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia) - Bushfire Planning and Design accreditation (BPAD) - Bushfire Resilience Inc (BRI) Victorian bushfire areas Is your property in a bushfire prone area? In Victoria, there are 2 categories for properties at risk of bushfires: - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Most rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria are in a 'Bushfire Prone Area' (BPA), in addition the more extreme areas will also have a 'Bushfire Management Overlay' (BMO). To view a map of these areas, click here. Your property will be in one of the following 4 groups: 1. Not in a Bushfire Prone Area. 2. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA). 3. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) and a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO). 4. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), and have a schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#). To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. Where can you view a bushfire prone area map? To view a map of bushfire prone areas, click here. To view an interactive map of bushfire prone areas, from the Victorian government website, click here. To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. What is a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA)? Rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria that are in a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), are subject to or likely to be subject to bushfires. Any new house, alterations or additions in a BPA will most likely require a 'Bushfire Attack Level' assessment, known as a 'BAL Report'. For more information see 'What is a BAL Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO)? The Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) identifies properties in Bushfire Prone Areas (BPA) that have very high or extreme bushfire risk. Developments within the BMO, require mandatory bushfire protection measures, including: - Defendable space (ongoing vegetation management around the development) - Bushfire construction (BAL construction) - Water supply (for firefighting use) - Access (vehicle access to water supply) In some cases, where minor building works do not trigger the BMO, a BAL Report may only be required. For more information see 'What is a BMO Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#)? Areas within a 'Schedule to the BMO' have predetermined bushfire protection measures in order to fast track the planning process. Any new house, major alteration or addition in a 'Schedule to the BMO' will most likely only require a Bushfire Management Plan (BMP). For more information see 'What is a BMP?' and 'What report do you need?' below. Where can you find out more info about all things bushfire safety? Check out our useful websites page, we have listed many of the helpful and informative websites where you can find just about anything to do with living and building in bushfire prone areas and bushfire safety. Bushfire Planning Acronyms: Bushfire areas... - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Reports... - Bushfire Attack Level Assessment (BAL Report) - Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) - Bushfire Management Statement (BMS) - Bushfire Management Overlay Report (BMO Report) Government... - Australian Standards (AS) - Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) - Country Fire Authority (CFA) - Emergency Management Victoria (EMV) - Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) - Parks Victoria (PV) - Department of Transport & Planning (DTP) formally DELWP - Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) - Victorian Building Authority (VBA) Organisations... - Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia) - Bushfire Planning and Design accreditation (BPAD) - Bushfire Resilience Inc (BRI) Bushfire report types Is your property in a bushfire prone area? In Victoria, there are 2 categories for properties at risk of bushfires: - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Most rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria are in a 'Bushfire Prone Area' (BPA), in addition the more extreme areas will also have a 'Bushfire Management Overlay' (BMO). To view a map of these areas, click here. Your property will be in one of the following 4 groups: 1. Not in a Bushfire Prone Area. 2. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA). 3. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) and a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO). 4. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), and have a schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#). To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. Where can you view a bushfire prone area map? To view a map of bushfire prone areas, click here. To view an interactive map of bushfire prone areas, from the Victorian government website, click here. To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. What is a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA)? Rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria that are in a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), are subject to or likely to be subject to bushfires. Any new house, alterations or additions in a BPA will most likely require a 'Bushfire Attack Level' assessment, known as a 'BAL Report'. For more information see 'What is a BAL Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO)? The Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) identifies properties in Bushfire Prone Areas (BPA) that have very high or extreme bushfire risk. Developments within the BMO, require mandatory bushfire protection measures, including: - Defendable space (ongoing vegetation management around the development) - Bushfire construction (BAL construction) - Water supply (for firefighting use) - Access (vehicle access to water supply) In some cases, where minor building works do not trigger the BMO, a BAL Report may only be required. For more information see 'What is a BMO Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#)? Areas within a 'Schedule to the BMO' have predetermined bushfire protection measures in order to fast track the planning process. Any new house, major alteration or addition in a 'Schedule to the BMO' will most likely only require a Bushfire Management Plan (BMP). For more information see 'What is a BMP?' and 'What report do you need?' below. Where can you find out more info about all things bushfire safety? Check out our useful websites page, we have listed many of the helpful and informative websites where you can find just about anything to do with living and building in bushfire prone areas and bushfire safety. Bushfire Planning Acronyms: Bushfire areas... - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Reports... - Bushfire Attack Level Assessment (BAL Report) - Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) - Bushfire Management Statement (BMS) - Bushfire Management Overlay Report (BMO Report) Government... - Australian Standards (AS) - Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) - Country Fire Authority (CFA) - Emergency Management Victoria (EMV) - Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) - Parks Victoria (PV) - Department of Transport & Planning (DTP) formally DELWP - Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) - Victorian Building Authority (VBA) Organisations... - Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia) - Bushfire Planning and Design accreditation (BPAD) - Bushfire Resilience Inc (BRI) Which report do you need Is your property in a bushfire prone area? In Victoria, there are 2 categories for properties at risk of bushfires: - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Most rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria are in a 'Bushfire Prone Area' (BPA), in addition the more extreme areas will also have a 'Bushfire Management Overlay' (BMO). To view a map of these areas, click here. Your property will be in one of the following 4 groups: 1. Not in a Bushfire Prone Area. 2. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA). 3. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) and a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO). 4. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), and have a schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#). To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. Where can you view a bushfire prone area map? To view a map of bushfire prone areas, click here. To view an interactive map of bushfire prone areas, from the Victorian government website, click here. To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. What is a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA)? Rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria that are in a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), are subject to or likely to be subject to bushfires. Any new house, alterations or additions in a BPA will most likely require a 'Bushfire Attack Level' assessment, known as a 'BAL Report'. For more information see 'What is a BAL Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO)? The Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) identifies properties in Bushfire Prone Areas (BPA) that have very high or extreme bushfire risk. Developments within the BMO, require mandatory bushfire protection measures, including: - Defendable space (ongoing vegetation management around the development) - Bushfire construction (BAL construction) - Water supply (for firefighting use) - Access (vehicle access to water supply) In some cases, where minor building works do not trigger the BMO, a BAL Report may only be required. For more information see 'What is a BMO Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#)? Areas within a 'Schedule to the BMO' have predetermined bushfire protection measures in order to fast track the planning process. Any new house, major alteration or addition in a 'Schedule to the BMO' will most likely only require a Bushfire Management Plan (BMP). For more information see 'What is a BMP?' and 'What report do you need?' below. Where can you find out more info about all things bushfire safety? Check out our useful websites page, we have listed many of the helpful and informative websites where you can find just about anything to do with living and building in bushfire prone areas and bushfire safety. Bushfire Planning Acronyms: Bushfire areas... - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Reports... - Bushfire Attack Level Assessment (BAL Report) - Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) - Bushfire Management Statement (BMS) - Bushfire Management Overlay Report (BMO Report) Government... - Australian Standards (AS) - Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) - Country Fire Authority (CFA) - Emergency Management Victoria (EMV) - Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) - Parks Victoria (PV) - Department of Transport & Planning (DTP) formally DELWP - Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) - Victorian Building Authority (VBA) Organisations... - Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia) - Bushfire Planning and Design accreditation (BPAD) - Bushfire Resilience Inc (BRI) Some exemptions Is your property in a bushfire prone area? In Victoria, there are 2 categories for properties at risk of bushfires: - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Most rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria are in a 'Bushfire Prone Area' (BPA), in addition the more extreme areas will also have a 'Bushfire Management Overlay' (BMO). To view a map of these areas, click here. Your property will be in one of the following 4 groups: 1. Not in a Bushfire Prone Area. 2. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA). 3. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) and a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO). 4. In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), and have a schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#). To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. Where can you view a bushfire prone area map? To view a map of bushfire prone areas, click here. To view an interactive map of bushfire prone areas, from the Victorian government website, click here. To find out which bushfire area your property is in, click here, enter your address, and view the planning property report. What is a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA)? Rural & urban fringe areas of Victoria that are in a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA), are subject to or likely to be subject to bushfires. Any new house, alterations or additions in a BPA will most likely require a 'Bushfire Attack Level' assessment, known as a 'BAL Report'. For more information see 'What is a BAL Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO)? The Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) identifies properties in Bushfire Prone Areas (BPA) that have very high or extreme bushfire risk. Developments within the BMO, require mandatory bushfire protection measures, including: - Defendable space (ongoing vegetation management around the development) - Bushfire construction (BAL construction) - Water supply (for firefighting use) - Access (vehicle access to water supply) In some cases, where minor building works do not trigger the BMO, a BAL Report may only be required. For more information see 'What is a BMO Report?' and 'What report do you need?' below. What is a Schedule to the Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO#)? Areas within a 'Schedule to the BMO' have predetermined bushfire protection measures in order to fast track the planning process. Any new house, major alteration or addition in a 'Schedule to the BMO' will most likely only require a Bushfire Management Plan (BMP). For more information see 'What is a BMP?' and 'What report do you need?' below. Where can you find out more info about all things bushfire safety? Check out our useful websites page, we have listed many of the helpful and informative websites where you can find just about anything to do with living and building in bushfire prone areas and bushfire safety. Bushfire Planning Acronyms: Bushfire areas... - Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) - Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) Reports... - Bushfire Attack Level Assessment (BAL Report) - Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) - Bushfire Management Statement (BMS) - Bushfire Management Overlay Report (BMO Report) Government... - Australian Standards (AS) - Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) - Country Fire Authority (CFA) - Emergency Management Victoria (EMV) - Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) - Parks Victoria (PV) - Department of Transport & Planning (DTP) formally DELWP - Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) - Victorian Building Authority (VBA) Organisations... - Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia) - Bushfire Planning and Design accreditation (BPAD) - Bushfire Resilience Inc (BRI) Bushfire emergency plans Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

Accredited Bushfire Consultants | Bushfire Attack Level Assessments & BAL Reports in Victorias Bushfire Prone Areas | BPAD Accredited & FPA Australia Members BAL Reports Bushfire Attack Level Assessments in Victoria WHY YOU NEED A BAL Report In a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) and building a new home, extending, renovating, or building an office, studio, small second dwelling, carport, garage or shed? You may require a BAL Report. A Bushfire Attack Level Assessment (BAL Report) measures the potential for ember attack, radiant heat and direct flame contact the building is likely to be exposed to in a bushfire event. We assess the vegetation, topography, distances to the vegetation up to 100 metres away, what you are building and where on your property to determine the Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) your building will need to be designed and built to. We are Fire Protection Association Australia members & BPAD Level 2 accredited. Contact us now to discuss your project and get a quote, or continue reading for more information about BAL Reports. More about BAL Reports Construction FAQ's Contact Us MORE INFO About BAL Reports Bushfire Attack Level Assessment (BAL Report) A Bushfire Attack Level Assessment (BAL Report) measures the potential for ember attack, radiant heat and direct flame contact a building is likely to be exposed to in a bushfire. The purpose of a BAL Report is to provide appropriate construction requirements that improve protection of a building and its occupants in a bushfire event. The assessment is done using the Australian Standard for Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas (AS 3959:2018) and takes in to consideration the Relevant Fire Danger Index (FDI), the type of vegetation and topography within 100m of your development and the distances from the vegetation to the building. Once a BAL Report has been done, your building designer or architect will use this to specify the building materials needed, your builder will know what bushfire prevention construction is required, and your building surveyor will require this report to be able to issue a building permit. There are some exemptions to needing a BAL Report, these exemptions can be based on the type of the building work and distance from other buildings. Bushfire Attack Levels BAL 12.5 Sections 3 & 5 Ember attack radiant heat below 12.5kW/m2. BAL 19 Sections 3 & 6 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 12.5kW/m2 and 19kW/m2. BAL 29 Sections 3 & 7 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 19kW/m2 and 29kW/m2. BAL 40 Sections 3 & 8 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 29kW/m2 and 40kW/m2. Exposure to flames from a fire front likely. BAL FZ Sections 3 & 9 Direct exposure to flames, radiant heat and embers from the fire front. Construction Requirements of AS 3959:2018 The purpose of a Bushfire Attack Level Assessment is to provide appropriate construction requirements that improve protection of a building and its occupants in a bushfire event from potential exposure to ember attack, radiant heat and direct flame in a bushfire. When building to a BAL rating, all buildings will need to meet the construction requirements of Section 3 of AS3959:2018 (General Construction Requirements) and the BAL report will determine which additional construction requirements are required (Sections 4-9 of AS3959:2018). In AS3959:2018, there are 6 possible BAL options: BAL LOW* (Section 4) BAL 12.5 (Section 5) BAL 19 (Section 6) BAL 29 (Section 7) BAL 40 (Section 8) BAL FZ (Section 9) * The Victorian Building Regulations (Items 157 & 158) state that a Class 1, 2, 3, 4, 9a, 9b or 10a building in a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) must be built to a minimum of BAL 12.5. The greater the bushfire threat to your development, the higher the BAL rating needs to be to protect life and property. As the BAL increases so do the costs of construction, however, many BAL related improvements can also increase the energy efficiency and comfort of your home. Refer to our AS 3959 webpage for reference guides on BAL construction requirements. Bushfire Safety & Leaving Early It is important to note that meeting these standards provides the minimum protection for occupants who may be sheltering inside while the fire front passes, however, cannot guarantee the safety of a building or it’s occupants. The Country Fire Authority (CFA) advise to create a Bushfire Survival Plan and stress to leave early on high fire danger days - never wait to receive a warning. Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

Accredited Bushfire Consultants | Bushfire Hazard Site Assessments | Bushfire Management Overlay | Victoria | BPAD Accredited & FPA Australia Members BMO Reports Bushfire Hazard Site Assessments WHY YOU NEED A Bushfire Hazard Site Assessment In a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) and building a new home, extending, renovating, or building an office, studio, small second dwelling, carport, garage or shed, or subdividing your land? You may require a BMO Report. A Bushfire Hazard Site Assessment is a part of a BMO Report that's needed to address the objectives of the BMO for a planning application. It's an assessment of the bushfire hazard within 150 metres of the building including what you are building and where on your property, what the existing vegetation and topography is, the broader landscape bushfire risk, the defendable space available on your property and neighbouring properties to determine the Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) your building will need to be designed and built to. We are Fire Protection Association Australia members & BPAD Level 2 accredited. If you need a Bushfire Hazard Site Assessment, contact us today to discuss your project and get a quote, or continue reading for more information about BMO Reports... BMO Reports include... Bushfire Hazard Site Assessments Bushfire Hazard Landscape Assessments Bushfire Management Statements Bushfire Management Plans

Accredited Bushfire Consultants | BMO Reports | Bushfire Management Statements & Bushfire Management Plans | Victoria | Bushfire Management Overlay | BPAD & FPA Access BMO Bushfire Protection Measures WHAT IS Access When you are building in a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), and your project requires a 10,000 litre water supply, it will also require 'Access' which means allowing emergency service vehicles (a CFA tanker for example) to be able to get within 4m of your water supply. To achieve this, minimum design and construction requirements apply to your driveway. These include the construction method, width, steepness, radius of any bends, and clearance to allow emergency vehicles safe access. It's not only your driveway that needs to comply, but any road to your property, such as gravel roads or tracks in rural areas, that also need to meet this requirement. WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR Access Access Requirements (Table 5 of Clause 53.02-5) Fire authority vehicles must be able to get within 4m of the water supply outlet. The following access/driveway design and construction requirements apply: All-weather construction. A load limit of at least 15 tonnes. Provide a minimum trafficable width of 3.5 metres. Be clear of encroachments for at least 0.5 metres on each side and at least 4 meters vertically. Curves must have a minimum inner radius of 10 metres. The average grade must be no more than 1 in 7 (14.4%) (8.1°) with a maximum grade of no more than 1 in 5 (20%) (11.3°) for no more than 50 meters. Dips must have no more than a 1 in 8 (12.5%) (7.1°) entry and exit angle. If the length of access/driveway is more than 100 metres, but less than 200 metres, these additional design and construction requirements apply: A turning area for fire fighting vehicles must be provide close to the building by one of the following: A turning circle with a minimum radius of 8 metres. A driveway encircling the dwelling. The provision of other vehicle turning heads such as a T or Y head - which meet the specification of Austroad Design for an 8.8 metre service vehicle. If the length of access/driveway is greater than 200 metres, this additional design and construction requirement applies: Passing bays are required at least every 200 metres and be a minimum 20 metres long and a minimum trafficable width of 6 metres. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION In a major fire event you should not rely upon CFA to assist. However in some circumstances firefighters may be available to provide support (CFA 2023). Access and egress to the road network is crucial to safety during an emergency event for both occupants and emergency services. Properties must provide safe passage for emergency vehicles. Access must comply with requirements Australian Design Rules for vehicles. Bushfire Protection Measures Defendable Space Bushfire Construction Static Water Supply Access (driveway) Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

BAL 29 - Section 7 of AS3959:2018 - Reference Guide | Australian Standards AS3959:2018 | Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas Section 7 - AS 3959:2018 Construction Requirements for BAL 29 BAL 12.5 Sections 3 & 5 Ember attack radiant heat below 12.5kW/m2. BAL 19 Sections 3 & 6 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 12.5kW/m2 and 19kW/m2. BAL 29 Sections 3 & 7 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 19kW/m2 and 29kW/m2. BAL 40 Sections 3 & 8 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 29kW/m2 and 40kW/m2. Exposure to flames from a fire front likely. BAL FZ Sections 3 & 9 Direct exposure to flames, radiant heat and embers from the fire front. Section 7 - AS 3959:2018 BAL 29 Reference Guide Refer to Sections 3 & 7 for all BAL 29 Requirements This reference guide is not an exhaustive list of all of the requirements of AS3959:2018, and should be read in conjunction with Australian Standards AS3959:2018 (including Amendments 1 & 2 ), AS1530.8.1, AS1530.8.2 and official test reports and assessments. Link to 'Bushfire resisting timber ' BAL 29 - General (Clause 7.1) A building assessed as being BAL 29 shall conform with Section 3 (General Construction Requirements) and Clauses 7.2 to 7.8 of AS3959:2018. Any element of construction or system that satisfies the test criteria of AS1530.8.1 may be used in lieu of the applicable requirements contained within Clauses 7.2 to 7.8 (see Clause 3.8). BAL 29 - Subfloor Supports (Clause 7.2) - Unenclosed Subfloors. Supports (stumps, etc.) shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber. - Enclosed Subfloors. No requirements if the subfloor is enclosed with a cladding that conforms with the wall requirements (sarking not required behind subfloor cladding). BAL 29 - Floors (Clause 7.3) - Unenclosed Subfloors. No requirements for bearers and joists with more than 400mm clearance above the ground, if closer than 400mm, bearers and joists shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, and the flooring shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) timber, particleboard or plywood with a sarking type material, or mineral wool insulation. - Enclosed Subfloors. No requirements if the subfloor is enclosed with a cladding that conforms with the wall requirements (sarking is not required behind the subfloor cladding). BAL 29 - Walls (Clause 7.4) Walls shall be (a) non-combustible (including brick, concrete, rammed earth and mud brick, etc. at min. thickness of 90mm), or (b) timber logs of a certain density, or (c) cladding on sarked walls that is (i) non-combustible, or (ii) min. 6mm thick cement sheet, or (iii) steel sheeting, or (iv) bushfire resisting timber. Any gaps greater than 2mm to be screened with 2mm mesh in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. BAL 29 - Windows & Doors (Clause 7.5) Note: AS3959:2018 refers to 'screens' in three different ways: 1. 'Complete screening of the entire window/door frame and glazing', which prevents ember exposure to the frame and reduces heat exposure to the glass. 2. 'Glazing protection screens', designed to reduced the heat exposure to the glass. 3. 'Insect screens with ember mesh' which are insect screens fitted to openable windows with ember mesh to prevent embers entering the building if windows are left open. There are three options available , they are: (a) be completely protected by a bushfire shutter, or (b) a window or door system tested to conform with AS1530.8.1, or (c) a 'Deemed To Satisfy' (DTS) option. (a) Bushfire Shutters. Bushfire shutters can be used to protect non compliant windows and doors that are not tested to AS1530.8.1, and do not meet DTS requirements. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.7 and be made from (a) non-combustible material, or (b) bushfire resisting timber. (b) Tested System. Window and door manufactures can have their products tested and given a BAL rating certificate to comply . Refer to window and door manufacturers for options. (c) Deemed To Satisfy (DTS). - DTS Frames. Window and door frames shall be (a) bushfire resisting timber, or (b) metal (inc. aluminium), or (c) metal reinforced uPVC. - DTS Glazing. For windows and sidelights, toughened glass with a min. thickness of 5mm. For doors, toughened glass with a min. thickness of 6mm. Note: For the DTS window option, any low level window glazing (within 400mm of the ground, decks, or roofs less than 18 degrees, etc.) shall be screened (glazing protection screens) externally and made from (a) metal, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, and have 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. Note: For the DTS door option, low level door glazing does not require screens (glazing protection screens) . - DTS Screens. (insect screens with ember mesh) Openable windows require screens (fitted internally or externally). Openable doors do not require screens. Screens fitted shall be made from (a) metal, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, and have 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. BAL 29 - Garage Doors (Clause 7.5.6) Garage doors shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) 6mm cement sheet, and requires door seals to meet Section 3 of AS3959:2018. BAL 29 - Roofs (Clause 7.6) - General. Any roofing materials, systems or accessories shall be (a) non-combustible, and (b) sealed in accordance with AS3959:2018 Clause 3.6, and (c) any roof vents fitted with ember guards with 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. - Fascias & Eaves. Fascias & bargeboards shall be (a) bushfire resisting timber, or (b) metal fixed at every 450mm. Eave lining shall be (a) min. 4.5mm thick cement sheet, or (b) bushfire resisting timber. Fascias and eave gaps to be fitted with 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. - Tiled Roofs. Tiled roofs to be fully sarked and shall (a) be located on top of roof framing, except battens may be fixed above the sarking, and (b) cover the entire roof, inc ridges and hips, and (c) extend into gutters and valleys. - Sheet Roofs. Sheet roofs to be fully sarked and shall (a) be located on top of roof framing, except battens may be fixed above the sarking or foil backed insulation blankets may be installed over the battens, and (b) cover the entire roof, inc ridges and hips, and (c) extend into gutters and valleys, and (d) have any gaps sealed at the fascia or wall line, hips and ridges by (i) 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium, or (ii) mineral wool, or (iii) other non-combustible material. - Downpipes & Gutters. No requirements for downpipes. Gutters shall be (a) metal, or (b) uPVC. Box gutters shall be non-combustible, and flashed with non-combustible materials. - Gutter Guards. No requirement to install gutter or valley guards, but if they are fitted shall be non-combustible. - Skylights. Refer to AS3959:2018 for requirements of skylight flashing and glazing. - Roof Penetrations. Refer to AS3959:2018 for requirements of roof penetrations such as skylights, evaporative coolers, vent pipes, aerials and support brackets, etc as there are many. BAL 29 - Verandahs, Decks, Stairs (Clause 7.7) - Verandah & Carport Roofs. Verandah and carport roofs shall meet the roof requirements of the main roof, or be separated by an external wall conforming with the wall requirements and shall have non-combustible roof covering, and the complete support structure shall be (a) non-combustible material, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) timber rafters lined on the underside with min. 6mm cement sheet or material conforming with AS1530.8.1 - Verandah & Carport Posts. Verandah and carport posts shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber. - Unenclosed Deck Supports & Framing. Deck supports and framing shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber. - Enclosed Deck Supports & Framing. If the subfloor is enclosed, it must be enclosed to match the wall requirements, and there are no requirements for the supports and framing. - Decking Boards, Stairs & Ramps. Decking boards, stair treads, landings and ramps shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber. - Balustrades. Balustrades, handrails and other barriers within 125mm of any glazing or combustible wall, shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber. BAL 29 - Water & Gas Pipes (Clause 7.8) Above ground exposed water supply pipes shall be metal, external gas pipes and fittings above ground shall be of steel or copper with a min. wall thickness in accordance with gas regulations or 0.9mm, whichever is the greater and shall extend a min. of 400mm within the building and 100mm below ground. BUSHFIRE CONSTRUCTION Reference Guides General Section 3 Reference Guide BAL 29 Section 7 Reference Guide BAL 12.5 Section 5 Reference Guide BAL 40 Section 8 Reference Guide BAL 19 Section 6 Reference Guide BAL FZ Section 9 Reference Guide Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

BAL 19 - Section 6 of AS3959:2018 - Reference Guide | Australian Standards AS3959:2018 | Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas Section 6 - AS 3959:2018 Construction Requirements for BAL 19 BAL 12.5 Sections 3 & 5 Ember attack radiant heat below 12.5kW/m2. BAL 19 Sections 3 & 6 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 12.5kW/m2 and 19kW/m2. BAL 29 Sections 3 & 7 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 19kW/m2 and 29kW/m2. BAL 40 Sections 3 & 8 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 29kW/m2 and 40kW/m2. Exposure to flames from a fire front likely. BAL FZ Sections 3 & 9 Direct exposure to flames, radiant heat and embers from the fire front. Section 6 - AS 3959:2018 BAL 19 Reference Guide Refer to Sections 3 & 6 for all BAL 19 Requirements This reference guide is not an exhaustive list of all of the requirements of AS3959:2018, and should be read in conjunction with Australian Standards AS3959:2018 (including Amendments 1 & 2 ), AS1530.8.1, AS1530.8.2 and official test reports and assessments. Link to 'Bushfire resisting timber ' BAL 19 - General (Clause 6.1) A building assessed as being BAL 19 shall conform with Section 3 (General Construction Requirements) and Clauses 6.2 to 6.8 of AS3959:2018. Any element of construction or system that satisfies the test criteria of AS1530.8.1 may be used in lieu of the applicable requirements contained within Clauses 6.2 to 6.8 (see Clause 3.8). BAL 19 - Subfloor Supports (Clause 6.2) - Unenclosed Subfloors. Supports (stumps, etc.) shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater. - Enclosed Subfloors. No requirements if the subfloor is enclosed with a cladding that conforms with the wall requirements (sarking not required behind subfloor cladding). BAL 19 - Floors (Clause 6.3) - Unenclosed Subfloors. No requirements for bearers and joists with more than 400mm clearance above the ground, if closer than 400mm, bearers and joists shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, and the flooring shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) timber, particleboard or plywood with a sarking type material, or mineral wool insulation. - Enclosed Subfloors. No requirements if the subfloor is enclosed with a cladding that conforms with the wall requirements (sarking is not required behind the subfloor cladding). BAL 19 - Walls (Clause 6.4) No requirements for wall cladding above 400mm from the ground, decks, carport roofs, awnings or similar. Any walls within 400mm from the ground, decks, carport roofs, awnings or similar, shall be (a) non-combustible (including brick, concrete, rammed earth and mud brick, etc. at min. thickness of 90mm), or (b) timber logs of a certain density, or (c) cladding that is (i) non-combustible, or (ii) min. 6mm thick cement sheet, or (iii) bushfire resisting timber, or (iv) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater, or (v) steel sheeting. Any gaps greater than 2mm to be screened with 2mm mesh in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. BAL 19 - Windows & Doors (Clause 6.5) Note: AS3959:2018 refers to 'screens' in three different ways: 1. 'Complete screening of the entire window/door frame and glazing', which prevents ember exposure to the frame and reduces heat exposure to the glass. 2. 'Glazing protection screens', designed to reduced the heat exposure to the glass. 3. 'Insect screens with ember mesh' which are insect screens fitted to openable windows with ember mesh to prevent embers entering the building if windows are left open. There are four options available , they are: (a) be completely protected by a bushfire shutter, or (b) be completely protected externally by screens, or (c) a window or door system tested to conform with AS1530.8.1, or (d) a 'Deemed To Satisfy' (DTS) option. (a) Bushfire Shutters. Bushfire shutters can be used to protect non compliant windows and doors that are not fully screened, or tested to AS1530.8.1, or do not meet the DTS requirements. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.7 and Clause 6.5.1. (b) Fully Screened. ( complete screening of the entire window/door frame and glazing ) External screens can be used to completely protect non compliant windows and doors that are not tested to AS1530.8.1, and do not meet the DTS requirements. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.6 and Clause 6.5.2. Screens to be made from (a) non-combustible material, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater. Screens to be 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. (c) Tested System. Window and door manufactures can have their products tested and given a BAL rating certificate to comply. Refer to window and door manufacturers for options. (d) Deemed To Satisfy (DTS). - DTS Frames. Window and door frames shall be (a) bushfire resisting timber, or (b) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater, or (c) metal (inc. aluminium), or (d) metal reinforced uPVC. - DTS Glazing. For windows and sidelights, toughened glass with a min. thickness of 5mm for any low level glazing (within 400mm of the ground, decks, or roofs less than 18 degrees, etc.). For doors, toughened glass with a min. thickness of 5mm. - DTS Screens. (insect screens with ember mesh) Openable windows require screens (fitted internally or externally). Openable doors do not require screens. Screens fitted shall be made from (a) metal, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) (internally only) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater, and have 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. BAL 19 - Garage Doors (Clause 6.5.6) Garage doors shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater, and requires door seals to meet section 3 of AS3959:2018 BAL 19 - Roofs (Clause 6.6) - General. Any roofing materials, systems or accessories shall be (a) non-combustible, and (b) sealed in accordance with AS3959:2018 Clause 3.6, and (c) any roof vents fitted with ember guards with 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. - Fascias and Eaves. Fascias and eave gaps to be fitted with 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. - Tiled Roofs. Tiled roofs to be fully sarked and shall (a) be located on top of roof framing, except battens may be fixed above the sarking, and (b) cover the entire roof, inc ridges and hips, and (c) extend into gutters and valleys. - Sheet Roofs. Sheet roofs to be fully sarked and shall (a) be located on top of roof framing, except battens may be fixed above the sarking or foil backed insulation blankets may be installed over the battens, and (b) cover the entire roof, inc ridges and hips, and (c) extend into gutters and valleys, and (d) have any gaps sealed at the fascia or wall line, hips and ridges by (i) 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium, or (ii) mineral wool, or (iii) other non-combustible material. - Downpipes & Gutters. No requirements for downpipes or gutters. Box gutters shall be non-combustible, and flashed with non-combustible materials. - Gutter Guards. No requirement to install gutter or valley guards, but if they are fitted shall be non-combustible. - Skylights. Refer to AS 3959:2018 for requirements of skylight flashing and glazing. - Roof Penetrations. Refer to AS3959:2018 for requirements of roof penetrations such as skylights, evaporative coolers, vent pipes, aerials and support brackets, etc as there are many. BAL 19 - Verandahs, Decks, Stairs (Clause 6.7) - Verandah & Carport Roofs. Verandah and carport roofs shall meet the roof requirements of the main roof, or be separated by an external wall conforming with the wall requirements and shall have non-combustible roof covering, except where the roof covering is translucent or transparent material. - Verandah & Carport Posts. Verandah and carport posts shall be (a) mounted on galvanised brackets with a clearance of not less than 75mm above the adjacent finished ground level, or (b) if within 400mm from the ground or deck, etc to be (i) non-combustible, or (ii) bushfire resisting timber, or (iii) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater. - Deck Supports & Framing. Decks have no requirements for supports or framing (except for posts for verandahs or carports). There are no requirements to enclose the sub floor of a deck, but if enclosed any material used to enclose a subfloor space within 400mm of the ground shall match the wall requirements. - Decking Boards, Stairs & Ramps. Decking boards, stair treads, landings and ramps have no requirements if they are further than 300mm from glazed elements (windows and doors) that are less than 400mm above that surface. Any decking boards, stair treads, landings or ramps within 300mm of glazed elements shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater. - Balustrades. Balustrades, handrails or other barriers have no requirements. BAL 19 - Water & Gas Pipes (Clause 6.8) Above ground exposed water supply pipes shall be metal, external gas pipes and fittings above ground shall be of steel or copper with a min. wall thickness in accordance with gas regulations or 0.9mm, whichever is the greater and shall extend a min. of 400mm within the building and 100mm below ground. BUSHFIRE CONSTRUCTION Reference Guides General Section 3 Reference Guide BAL 29 Section 7 Reference Guide BAL 12.5 Section 5 Reference Guide BAL 40 Section 8 Reference Guide BAL 19 Section 6 Reference Guide BAL FZ Section 9 Reference Guide Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

Accredited Bushfire Consultants | Bushfire Management Plans | BMP | Bushfire Management Overlay | Victoria | BPAD Accredited & FPA Australia Members BMO Reports Bushfire Management Plans (BMP) WHY YOU NEED A Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) In a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) and building a new home, extending, renovating, or building an office, studio, small second dwelling, carport, garage or shed, or subdividing your land? You may require a Bushfire Management Plan (BMP). A Bushfire Management Plan is a part of a BMO Report that's needed to address the objectives of the BMO for a planning application, or they can be used separately for developments in a Schedule to the BMO, or some types of outbuildings like sheds. A BMP is a site plan that has the location of the building on your property, and relevant bushfire protection measures including, defendable space (vegetation management), bushfire construction (BAL), static water supply (water tank), and access (driveway construction). These bushfire protection measures will become mandatory conditions and will need to be maintained on an ongoing basis after the works have been completed as part of the planning permit approval. We are Fire Protection Association Australia members & BPAD Level 2 accredited. If you need a Bushfire Management Plan, contact us today to discuss your project and get a quote, or continue reading for more information all about BMO Reports... BMO Reports include... Bushfire Hazard Site Assessments Bushfire Hazard Landscape Assessments Bushfire Management Statements Bushfire Management Plans

In Victoria, Bushfire Prone Areas (BPA) identify properties at risk of bushfire | Bushfire Design Consultants provide bushfire assessments & reports in Victoria BPA WHAT IS A Bushfire Prone Area In Victoria, a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) is an area designated by the government as having a high risk of bushfires. These areas are determined based on factors such as vegetation type, topography, historical fire data, and weather conditions. Living in a BPA means that there is an increased likelihood of bushfires occurring, which can pose significant risks to both property and lives. If you are planning to build, renovate or extend in a BPA, you may need a BAL Report , contact us today to discuss your project and get a quote. Map of Victoria's Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) shaded grey, shows just how much of Victoria is at risk of bushfires. Bushfire Attack Level Assessments BAL Reports Bushfire Design Consultants Contact Us Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

BAL 12.5 - Section 5 of AS3959:2018 - Reference Guide | Australian Standards AS3959:2018 | Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas Section 5 - AS 3959:2018 Construction Requirements for BAL 12.5 BAL 12.5 Sections 3 & 5 Ember attack radiant heat below 12.5kW/m2. BAL 19 Sections 3 & 6 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 12.5kW/m2 and 19kW/m2. BAL 29 Sections 3 & 7 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 19kW/m2 and 29kW/m2. BAL 40 Sections 3 & 8 Increasing ember attack and windborne debris, radiant heat between 29kW/m2 and 40kW/m2. Exposure to flames from a fire front likely. BAL FZ Sections 3 & 9 Direct exposure to flames, radiant heat and embers from the fire front. Section 5 - AS 3959:2018 BAL 12.5 Reference Guide Refer to Sections 3 & 5 for all BAL 12.5 Requirements This reference guide is not an exhaustive list of all of the requirements of AS3959:2018, and should be read in conjunction with Australian Standards AS3959:2018 (including Amendments 1 & 2 ), AS1530.8.1, AS1530.8.2 and official test reports and assessments. Link to 'Bushfire resisting timber ' BAL 12.5 - General (Clause 5.1) A building assessed as being BAL 12.5 shall conform with Section 3 (General Construction Requirements) and Clauses 5.2 to 5.8 of AS3959:2018. Any element of construction or system that satisfies the test criteria of AS1530.8.1 may be used in lieu of the applicable requirements contained within Clauses 5.2 to 5.8 (see Clause 3.8). BAL 12.5 - Subfloor Supports (Clause 5.2) - Unenclosed Subfloors. Supports (stumps, etc.) shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater. - Enclosed Subfloors. No requirements if the subfloor is enclosed with a cladding that conforms with the wall requirements (sarking not required behind subfloor cladding). BAL 12.5 - Floors (Clause 5.3) - Unenclosed Subfloors. No requirements for bearers and joists with more than 400mm clearance above the ground, if closer than 400mm, bearers and joists shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, and the flooring shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) timber, particleboard or plywood with a sarking type material, or mineral wool insulation. - Enclosed Subfloors. No requirements if the subfloor is enclosed with a cladding that conforms with the wall requirements (sarking is not required behind the subfloor cladding). BAL 12.5 - Walls (Clause 5.4) No requirements for wall cladding above 400mm from the ground, decks, carport roofs, awnings or similar. Any walls within 400mm from the ground, decks, carport roofs, awnings or similar, shall be (a) non-combustible (including brick, concrete, rammed earth and mud brick, etc. at min. thickness of 90mm), or (b) timber logs of a certain density, or (c) cladding that is (i) non-combustible, or (ii) min. 6mm thick cement sheet, or (iii) bushfire resisting timber, or (iv) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater, or (v) steel sheeting. Any gaps greater than 2mm to be screened with 2mm mesh in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. BAL 12.5 - Windows & Doors (Clause 5.5) Note: AS3959:2018 refers to 'screens' in three different ways: 1. 'Complete screening of the entire window/door frame and glazing', which prevents ember exposure to the frame and reduces heat exposure to the glass. 2. 'Glazing protection screens', designed to reduced the heat exposure to the glass. 3. 'Insect screens with ember mesh' which are insect screens fitted to openable windows with ember mesh to prevent embers entering the building if windows are left open. There are four options available, they are: (a) be completely protected by a bushfire shutter, or (b) be completely protected externally by screens, or (c) a window or door system tested to conform with AS1530.8.1, or (d) a 'Deemed To Satisfy' (DTS) option. (a) Bushfire Shutters. Bushfire shutters can be used to protect non compliant windows and doors that are not fully screened, or tested to AS1530.8.1, or do not meet the DTS requirements. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.7 and Clause 5.5.1. (b) Fully Screened. ( complete screening of the entire window/door frame and glazing ) External screens can be used to completely protect non compliant windows and doors that are not tested to AS1530.8.1, and do not meet the DTS requirements. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.6 and Clause 5.5.2. Screens to be made from (a) non-combustible material, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater. Screens to be 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. (c) Tested System. Window and door manufactures can have their products tested and given a BAL rating certificate to comply . Refer to window and door manufacturers for options. (d) Deemed To Satisfy (DTS). - DTS Frames. Window and door frames shall be (a) bushfire resisting timber, or (b) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater, or (c) metal (inc. aluminium), or (d) metal reinforced uPVC. - DTS Glazing. For windows and sidelights, toughened glass with a min. thickness of 4mm for any low level glazing (within 400mm of the ground, decks, or roofs less than 18 degrees, etc.). For doors, toughened glass with a min. thickness of 4mm. - DTS Screens. (insect screens with ember mesh) Openable windows require screens (fitted internally or externally). Openable doors do not require screens. Screens fitted shall be made from (a) metal, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) (internally only) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater, and have 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. BAL 12.5 - Garage Doors (Clause 5.5.6) Garage doors shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater, and requires door seals to meet section 3 of AS3959:2018 BAL 12.5 - Roofs (Clause 5.6) - General. Any roofing materials, systems or accessories shall be (a) non-combustible, and (b) sealed in accordance with AS3959:2018 Clause 3.6, and (c) any roof vents fitted with ember guards with 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. - Fascias and Eaves. Fascias and eave gaps to be fitted with 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. - Tiled Roofs. Tiled roofs to be fully sarked and shall (a) be located on top of roof framing, except battens may be fixed above the sarking, and (b) cover the entire roof, inc ridges and hips, and (c) extend into gutters and valleys. - Sheet Roofs. Sheet roofs to be fully sarked and shall (a) be located on top of roof framing, except battens may be fixed above the sarking or foil backed insulation blankets may be installed over the battens, and (b) cover the entire roof, inc ridges and hips, and (c) extend into gutters and valleys, and (d) have any gaps sealed at the fascia or wall line, hips and ridges by (i) 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium, or (ii) mineral wool, or (iii) other non-combustible material. - Downpipes & Gutters. No requirements for downpipes or gutters. Box gutters shall be non-combustible, and flashed with non-combustible materials. - Gutter Guards. No requirement to install gutter or valley guards, but if they are fitted shall be non-combustible. - Skylights. Refer to AS 3959:2018 for requirements of skylight flashing and glazing. - Roof Penetrations. Refer to AS3959:2018 for requirements of roof penetrations such as skylights, evaporative coolers, vent pipes, aerials and support brackets, etc as there are many. BAL 12.5 - Verandahs, Decks, Stairs (Clause 5.7) - Verandah & Carport Roofs. Verandah and carport roofs shall meet the roof requirements of the main roof, or be separated by an external wall conforming with the wall requirements and shall have non-combustible roof covering, except where the roof covering is translucent or transparent material. - Verandah & Carport Posts. Verandah and carport posts shall be (a) mounted on galvanised brackets with a clearance of not less than 75mm above the adjacent finished ground level, or (b) if within 400mm from the ground or deck, etc to be (i) non-combustible, or (ii) bushfire resisting timber, or (iii) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater. - Deck Supports & Framing. Decks have no requirements for supports or framing (except for posts for verandahs or carports). There are no requirements to enclose the sub floor of a deck, but if enclosed any material used to enclose a subfloor space within 400mm of the ground shall match the wall requirements. - Decking Boards, Stairs & Ramps. Decking boards, stair treads, landings and ramps have no requirements if they are further than 300mm from glazed elements (windows and doors) that are less than 400mm above that surface. Any decking boards, stair treads, landings or ramps within 300mm of glazed elements shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) bushfire resisting timber, or (c) a timber species with a density of 750kg/m³ or greater. - Balustrades. Balustrades, handrails or other barriers have no requirements. BAL 12.5 - Water & Gas Pipes (Clause 5.8) Above ground exposed water supply pipes shall be metal, external gas pipes and fittings above ground shall be of steel or copper with a min. wall thickness in accordance with gas regulations or 0.9mm, whichever is the greater and shall extend a min. of 400mm within the building and 100mm below ground. BUSHFIRE CONSTRUCTION Reference Guides General Section 3 Reference Guide BAL 29 Section 7 Reference Guide BAL 12.5 Section 5 Reference Guide BAL 40 Section 8 Reference Guide BAL 19 Section 6 Reference Guide BAL FZ Section 9 Reference Guide Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

Accredited Bushfire Consultants | BMO Reports | Bushfire Management Statements & Bushfire Management Plans | Victoria | Bushfire Management Overlay | BPAD & FPA BMO Reports Bushfire Management Overlay in Victoria WHY YOU NEED A BMO Report In a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) and building a new home, extending, renovating, or building an office, studio, small second dwelling, a carport, garage or shed, or subdividing your land? You may require a BMO Report detailing certain bushfire protection measures your project will need to meet. Depending on what you a building and your zoning, a BMO Report can include... Bushfire Hazard Site Assessment Bushfire Hazard Landscape Assessment Bushfire Management Statement (BMS) Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) There are a few types of BMO Reports including... Pathway 1 - For single dwellings in existing settlements Pathway 2 - For dwellings in all other areas and other types of buildings Pathway 3 - For subdivisions Some buildings in a BMO may only require a Bushfire Management Plan (BMP), these can be properties within a Schedule to the BMO or certain types of outbuildings. We are Fire Protection Association Australia members & BPAD Level 2 accredited. Contact us today to discuss your project and get a quote, or continue reading for more information about BMO Reports... BMO Reports include... Bushfire Hazard Site Assessments Bushfire Hazard Landscape Assessments Bushfire Management Statements Bushfire Management Plans Bushfire Protection Measures explained... Defendable Space Bushfire Construction Static Water Supply Access (driveway) Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

Accredited Bushfire Consultants | Bushfire Management Statements | Bushfire Management Overlay | Victoria | BPAD Accredited & FPA Australia Members BMO Reports Bushfire Management Statements (BMS) WHY YOU NEED A Bushfire Management Statement (BMS) In a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) and building a new home, extending, renovating, or building an office, studio, small second dwelling, carport, garage or shed, or subdividing your land? You may require a Bushfire Management Statement (BMS). A Bushfire Management Statement is a part of a BMO Report that's needed to address the objectives of the BMO for a planning application. The statement addresses the planning objectives of the Victorian Planning Scheme's Clauses 13.02, 44.06 and 53.02, and responds to the broader landscape, building siting and design, defendable space (vegetation management), bushfire construction (BAL), static water supply (water tank) and access (driveway construction). We are Fire Protection Association Australia members & BPAD Level 2 accredited. If you need a Bushfire Management Statement, contact us today to discuss your project and get a quote, or continue reading for more information about BMO Reports... BMO Reports include... Bushfire Hazard Site Assessments Bushfire Hazard Landscape Assessments Bushfire Management Statements Bushfire Management Plans

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Bushfire Design Consultants are Accredited Bushfire Consultants assisting with BAL Reports, BMO Reports, Bushfire Management Statements & Bushfire Management Plans | FPA & BPAD Accredited Bushfire Consultants BAL Reports & BMO Reports in Victoria Building in a bushfire-prone area? Get your BAL or BMO Report now for a safe and compliant project! Get In Touch WHAT WE DO Bushfire Planning & Design Consultants Planning a project or development in a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) in Victoria? Bushfire Design Consultants conduct assessments, provide reports for planning & building applications and provide construction advice to complete your next project. We are Fire Protection Association Australia members & BPAD Level 2 accredited. Providing Bushfire Reports for: New Homes Extensions & Renovations Carports, Garages & Sheds Studio's and Second Dwellings Subdivisions Commercial Projects We travel all of Victoria, including Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula & Phillip Island, Mitchell & Macedon Ranges, Ballarat, Hepburn & Bendigo, Goldfields & Grampians, Surf Coast & the Bellarine Peninsula, Strathbogie & Shepparton for homeowners, builders, designers & architects. Contact us today to discuss your project and get a quote, or continue reading for more information about BAL Reports, BMO Reports, BMP's & Outbuilding BMP's... OUR SERVICES Bushfire Planning & Building Reports in Victoria Bushfire Attack Level Assessments BAL Reports Bushfire Management Plans for properties in a BMO BMP Bushfire Hazard Site Assessments Bushfire Hazard Landscape Assessments Bushfire Management Statements (BMS) Bushfire Management Plans (BMP) BMO Reports Bushfire Management Plans for sheds, garages & carports Outbuilding BMP Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

Links to useful websites all about living and building in bushfire prone areas of Victoria Web Links FIND OUT MORE Useful Websites Fire Authorities Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV): For information on the Victorian Fire Service, click here For information on bush & grassfire safety, click here Country Fire Authority (CFA): For information regarding Planning and the BMO, click here For your CFA Fire Ready Kit, click here For a template and info on making a Bushfire Survival Plan, click here Emergency Management Victoria (EMV): For information on Victorian emergency responses, planned burns & current bushfires, click here For emergency warnings and to set up alerts for your area, click here Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic): For information on reducing Victoria's bushfire risk, click here Victorian Government Planning Property Report: To find out if your site is within a Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) or has a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) click here Department of Transport and Planning (DTP): For information on building in a BPA, click here For information on bushfires and planning, click here For information on vegetation removal for bushfire safety, click here Vic Gov - Fire Planner: For information on preparing your home for the bushfire season and creating a fire plan, click here Digital Twin Victoria: For a map showing Victoria's Bushfire Prone Areas, click here Also, refer to our Bushfire Map webpage here Organisations Fire Protection Association Australia (FPA Australia): For information on FPA Australia and the BPAD scheme, click here Bushfire Resilience Inc (BRI): For information about bushfire resilience for households in regional areas and on the urban fringe, click here CSIRO: For information on the CSIRO's research into bushfires, click here For information on how to improve the bushfire resilience of your home and garden, check out the bushfire best practice guide, click here For information on retrofitting your house to increase bushfire safety, click here For information on landscaping around your house to increase bushfire safety, click here Resilient Building Council: For information for to increase household and community resilience, click here Wood Solutions: For information on all things timber related, click here For information on building in BPA's, and to download easy to read summaries of AS3959's requirements for using timber in construction, click here Or to go the very useful "ask an expert" page, which has a wealth of information, or to ask your own technical timber related question, click here Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote