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Emergency Management Plans, Bushfire & Fire Risk Assessments for renewable energy projects, including solar farms, wind farms & battery storage facilities (BESS) in bushfire prone areas across Victoria, NSW and Queensland. Renewable Energy Emergency Management Plans & Fire Risk Assessments OTHER SERVICES Renewable Energy Although we don't provide this service, if you need an Emergency Management Plan or Fire Risk Assessment for a solar farm, wind farm, or battery energy storage system (BESS), we recommend reaching out to Agilus, who specialise in these types of projects. AGILUS Mark Potter 0439 289 234 admin@agilus.com.au www.agilus.com.au

Emergency Management Plans, Bushfire & Fire Risk Assessments for waste management projects, including landfill, transfer, recycling & hazardous waste facilities in bushfire prone areas Australia wide. Waste Management Emergency Management Plans & Fire Risk Assessments OTHER SERVICES Waste Management Although we don't provide this service, if you need an Emergency Management Plan or a Fire Risk Assessment for a landfill, transfer, recycling, or hazardous waste facility, we recommend reaching out to Agilus, who specialise in these types of projects. AGILUS Mark Potter 0439 289 234 admin@agilus.com.au www.agilus.com.au

Emergency Management Plans, Bushfire & Fire Risk Assessments for caravan parks located in bushfire prone areas across Victoria, NSW and Queensland. Caravan Parks Emergency Management Plans & Fire Risk Assessments OTHER SERVICES Caravan Parks Although we don't provide this service, we recommend reaching out to Agilus, who specialise in these types of projects. AGILUS Mark Potter 0439 289 234 admin@agilus.com.au www.agilus.com.au

BPAD Accredited | Bushfire Design Consultants provide bushfire assessments & reports throughout Victoria | Get in touch with us to discuss your project & get a quote today Contact Us Contact Form SERVICING ALL OF VICTORIA Bushfire Design Consultants Bushfire Design Consultants FPA Australia members BPAD Level 2 accredited Servicing all of Victoria Email info@bushfiredesignconsultants.com.au Business Hours Mon - Fri: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm Sat & Sun: Closed Christmas and New Years Hours Closed - 23rd of Dec 2025 Re-open - 12th of Jan 2026 Name Company Phone Email Name for Quote & Invoice Bushfire Report Type Choose an option... Job Address (Victoria only) Job Description Upload PDF's (Site Plan, Floor Plan, etc) Upload PDF Upload PDF Upload PDF Upload PDF Send SERVICING ALL OF Victoria We travel all of Victoria including, Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula & Phillip Island, Mitchell & Macedon Ranges, Ballarat, Hepburn & Bendigo, Goldfields & Grampians, Surf Coast & Otways, Bellarine Peninsula, Strathbogie & Shepparton. 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 MEET The Team Levi Carrie Hall Bushfire Planning & Design Consultant BPAD Level 2 accredited - GradCert Bushfire Planning & Management - Master of Architecture - Bachelor of Architecture - AdvDip Building Design Rob Hall Bushfire Planning & Design Consultant BPAD Level 1 accredited - Technical Advisory Committee member - Vic Bushfire Working Group member - FPA Australia Bushfire Attack Level Assessor course - Development & Building in Bushfire Prone Areas course - Assessment of Bushfire Exposure MicroCert - AdvDip Building Design - Cert IV Carpentry & Joinery Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote

Bushfire Emergency Management Plans, Bushfire & Fire Risk Assessments for early learning centres, childcare facilities, primary & secondary schools - including shelter in place assessments, compliance with NCC Specification 43 & Bushfire At-Risk Register (BARR) requirements in bushfire prone areas across Victoria, NSW and Queensland. Childcare Centres & Schools Emergency Management Plans & Fire Risk Assessments OTHER SERVICES Childcare Centres & Schools Although we don't provide this service, if you require a Bushfire Emergency Management Plan, Shelter In Place, or Fire Risk Assessment for an early learning centre, childcare, or primary/secondary school, we recommend reaching out to Agilus, who specialise in these types of projects. AGILUS Mark Potter 0439 289 234 admin@agilus.com.au www.agilus.com.au

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

Accredited Bushfire Consultants | Bushfire Hazard Landscape Assessments | Bushfire Management Overlay | Victoria | BPAD Accredited & FPA Australia Members BMO Reports Bushfire Hazard Landscape Assessments WHY YOU NEED A Bushfire Hazard Landscape 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 Landscape 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 more than 150 metres from the site including what the existing vegetation and topography is, what the existing road network in the area is, what the bushfire management and prevention policy is, the bushfire history of the area, what past and future planned fuel reduction burns are there, locations of any Neighbourhood Safer Places (Place of Last Resort), the bushfire scenarios that could impact the area are, and what is the broader landscape bushfire risk to the building. We are Fire Protection Association Australia members & BPAD Level 2 accredited. If you need a Bushfire Hazard Landscape 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

A requirement of the Bushfire Management Overlay is Water Supply, its one of four bushfire protection measures that need to be addressed in a BMO Report | Bushfire Design Consultants | Victoria Static Water Supply BMO Bushfire Protection Measures WHAT IS Static Water Supply When you are building in a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO), your project may require a water tank, reserved solely for firefighting use in the event of a bushfire. The water supply is known as a "static water supply'. This is an above ground water tank that must remain full and reserved solely for the use of firefighting. The size of the water tank and its location is determined by the size of your land, and if required, the location of any fire hydrants available in the street. WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR Static Water Supply Water Supply Requirements (Table 4 of Clause 53.02-5) A static water supply of either 2,500 litres, 5,000 litres, or 10,000 litres. Be stored in an above ground water tank constructed of concrete or metal. Have all fixed above ground water pipes & fittings required for firefighting purposes made of corrosive resistant metal. Include a separate outlet for occupant use. Where a 10,000 litre water supply is required, the following must also be provided: The outlet/s of the water tank must be within 4 metres of the accessway and unobstructed. Be located within 60 metres of the outer edge of the approved building. Be readily identifiable from the building or appropriate identification signage to the satisfaction of the relevant fire authority. Incorporate a separate ball or gate valve (British Standard Pipe (BSP 65 millimetre) and coupling (64 millimetre CFA 3 thread per inch male fitting). Any pipework and fittings must be a minimum of 65 millimetres (excluding the CFA coupling). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A larger water tank can be used to store the required firefighting water and household use water as long as the volume required for fire fighting is reserved at the bottom of the tank, by placing pipes for household use above the reserved fire fighting water line. Sometimes when a 10,000 litre static water supply and CFA emergency vehicle are required to get to within 4 metres of the the tank cannot be achieved, the use of a seperate CFA outlet can be used, these means you could have a tank located in the rear of the property, with an underground pipe from the tank to an up stand at the front of the property, this type of system is known as a 'CFA remote outlet'. WATER TANK SIZES AND SHAPES Water tanks can be purchased from any company as long as they meet your sites specific BMO requirements, most builders or building companies will have there own preferred supplier so it may not always be possible to get your own as its a requirement to get the building permit. Tanks can be any shape, round, slimline or other, and most come in a variety of 'height x length x width' configurations to suit your needs. If you require 2,500L or a 5,000L you won't need a CFA outlet on the tank, just a single outlet is needed for personal firefighting use. If you require 10,000L you will require the additional CFA outlet and a separate outlet for personal firefighting use. It's important that the amount of water you need, is above the level of the CFA outlet, in some cases you may need a slightly larger tank to ensure that the full amount of water needed can be accessed, best to confirm this with the tank manufacturer. Some examples of compliant tanks can be found here: 2,500L slimline 2,500L modline 5,000L round (1.9m wide) 5,000L slimline 5,000L 'skinny' slimline 5,000L 'ultra slim' modline 5,000L square 10,000L round (2.7m wide) 10,000L 'tall' round (2.3m wide) 10,000L 'tall' slimline S/S 10,000L 'squat' round (2.9m wide) S/S 10,000L "mid' round (2.55m wide) S/S 10,000 round (2.4m wide) S/S 10,000L 'tall' round (2.05m wide) Always refer to the requirements of your own Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) and ensure that your tank manufacture get this info to ensure its compliant. Bushfire Protection Measures Defendable Space Bushfire Construction Static Water Supply Access (driveway) 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

BAL FZ - Section 9 of AS3959:2018 - Reference Guide | Australian Standards AS3959:2018 | Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas Section 9 - AS 3959:2018 Construction Requirements for BAL FZ (Flame Zone) 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 9 - AS 3959:2018 BAL FZ Reference Guide Refer to Sections 3 & 9 for all BAL FZ (Flame Zone) 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. BAL FZ General (Clause 9.1) A building assessed as being BAL FZ shall conform with Section 3 (General Construction Requirements) and Clauses 9.2 to 9.8 and have a minimum setback distance of 10m from the edge of the classified vegetation. In circumstances where the 10m setback distance between the building and the edge of the classified vegetation cannot be achieved, those elements of the building that are less than 10m from the edge of the classified vegetation shall conform with AS1530.8.2. The details for roof systems specified in Appendix H are the result of testing to AS1530.8.2 and are deemed to satisfy solutions for the purpose of this Standard. Any element of construction or system that satisfies the test criteria of AS1530.8.2 may be used in lieu of the applicable requirements contained within Clauses 9.2 to 9.8 (see Clause 3.8). BAL FZ Subfloor Supports (Clause 9.2) - Unenclosed Subfloors. Supports (stumps, etc.) shall (a) have a FRL of at least 30/—/— and shall be non-combustible, or (b) be a system conforming with AS1530.8.2. - Enclosed Subfloors. No requirements if the subfloor is enclosed with a cladding that conforms with the wall requirements BAL FZ Floors (Clause 9.3) - Unenclosed Subfloors. Bearers, joists and flooring shall (a) have a FRL or at least 30/30/30 and the surface material shall be non-combustible, or (b) have the underside of the combustible elements of the floor system protected with a 30 min resistance to incipient spread of fire system, or (c) be a system conforming with AS1530.8.2 when tested form the underside. - Enclosed Subfloors. No requirements if the subfloor is enclosed with a cladding that conforms with the wall requirements. BAL FZ Walls (Clause 9.4) Walls shall be (a) non-combustible (including brick, concrete, rammed earth and mud brick at min. thickness of 90mm), or (b) a system conforming with AS 1530.8.2 when tested from the outside, or (c) a system with an FRL of 30/30/30 or —/30/30 when tested from outside. Any gaps greater than 2mm to be screened with 2mm mesh in corrosive resistant steel or bronze (no aluminium allowed). BAL FZ Windows, Sidelights & Doors (Clause 9.5) This section of AS3959:2018 includes multiple compliance paths and detailed variations. Always confirm exact requirements using the current version of AS3959. * Compliance options for BAL FZ windows and doors. (a) A system tested to conform with AS1530.8.2, or (b) Be completely protected by a bushfire shutter. (a) System Tested to AS1530.8.2. Window and door systems shall (a) have an FRL of —/30/—, or (b) be a tested system to AS1530.8.2 when tested from the outside. Window and door manufactures can have their products tested to comply witha BAL rating. Refer to window and door manufacturers for options. Note: Non-combustible frames are usually the only option for BAL FZ, however tested timber windows and doors are available from Paarhammer. (b) Bushfire Shutters. Bushfire shutters can be used to protect windows and doors that are not tested to AS1530.8.2. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.7 and Clause 9.5.1, except that perforations are not acceptable over door systems. * Understanding the term 'Screens' in AS3959:2018. The term, 'screen' in this section is used to describe three different applications: 1. Complete Screening . Screens need to be applied externally to cover the entire window or door assembly, including the frame, glazing, sash, sill and hardware. This gives maximum protection from embers and radiant heat. 2. Glazing Protection Screens . Only the glass area is protected by screens. These are fitted externally and reduce radiant heat exposure to glazing. T his could be done by fixing the screening to the window and/or door frame, or using an external insect/ ember screen door. 3. Insect/Ember Screens . These are required on openable windows and may be fitted internally or externally to prevent ember entry when the windows are open. These are required for openable windows at all Bushfire Attack Levels. Doors do not require these, but if fitted externally, need to comply with the screening material for each Bushfire Attack Level. * BAL FZ Screening Material. All screens must be made from mesh or perforated sheet (max. 2mm aperture) using: (a) corrosive resistant steel, or (b) bronze. ( aluminium is not allowed) Refer to AS3959:2018 for frame requirements. BAL FZ Garage Doors (Clause 9.5.6) Garage doors shall be non-combustible and require door seals to meet section 3 of AS3959:2018. BAL FZ Roofs (Clause 9.6) - 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 or bronze (no aluminium allowed). - Evaporative coolers. Evaporative coolers are not permitted. - Fascias & Eaves. Fascias & bargeboards shall conform with AS1530.8.2. Eave linings shall be (a) a system with a FRL or —/30/30, or (b) a system conforming with AS1530.8.2 - Tiled Roofs. To conform with Appendix. H of AS3959:2018 or a system tested to AS1530.8.2. - Sheet Roofs. To conform with Appendix. H of AS3959:2018 or a system tested to AS1530.8.2. - 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) timber rafters lined on the underside with min. 6mm cement sheet or material conforming with AS1530.8.2, or (c) a system conforming to AS1530.8.2. - Downpipes & Gutters. No requirement for downpipes. Gutters shall be non-combustible. 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 FZ Verandahs, Decks, Steps & Landings (Clause 9.7) - Verandah & Carport Posts. Verandah and carport posts shall be non-combustible. - Unenclosed Deck Supports & Framing. Deck supports and framing shall be (a) non-combustible, or (b) a system conforming to AS1530.8.2. - 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) cement sheet, or (c) a system conforming to AS1530.8.2. - Balustrades. Balustrades, handrails and other barriers within 125mm of any glazing or combustible wall, shall be non-combustible. BAL FZ Water & Gas Pipes (Clause 9.8) 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, Sidelights & Doors (Clause 6.5) This section of AS3959:2018 includes multiple compliance paths and detailed variations. Always confirm exact requirements using the current version of AS3959. * Compliance options for BAL 19 windows and doors. (a) A system tested to conform with AS1530.8.1, or (b) Be completely protected by a bushfire shutter, or (c) Be completely protected externally by screens, or (d) Follow the 'Deemed To Satisfy' (DTS) provisions of AS3959:2018. (a) System Tested to AS1530.8.1. Window and door manufactures can have their products tested to comply with a BAL rating. Refer to window and door manufacturers for options. (b) Bushfire Shutters. Bushfire shutters can be used to protect windows and doors that are not: (a) completely screened, or (b) tested to AS1530.8.1, or (c) do not meet the DTS requirements. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.7 and be made from (a) non-combustible material, or (b) bushfire resisting timber. (c) Completely Screened. External screens can be used to protect windows and doors that are not: (a) tested to AS1530.8.1, or (b) do not meet the DTS requirements. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.6 and Clause 5.5.2. (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 650kg/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. * Understanding the term 'Screens' in AS3959:2018. The term, 'screen' in this section is used to describe three different applications: 1. Complete Screening . Screens need to be applied externally to cover the entire window or door assembly, including the frame, glazing, sash, sill and hardware. This gives maximum protection from embers and radiant heat. 2. Glazing Protection Screens . Only the glass area is protected by screens. These are fitted externally and reduce radiant heat exposure to glazing. T his could be done by fixing the screening to the window and/or door frame, or using an external insect/ ember screen door. 3. Insect/Ember Screens . These are required on openable windows and may be fitted internally or externally to prevent ember entry when the windows are open. These are required for openable windows at all Bushfire Attack Levels. Doors do not require these, but if fitted externally, need to comply with the screening material for each Bushfire Attack Level. * BAL 19 Screening Material. All screens must be made from mesh or perforated sheet (max. 2mm aperture) using: (a) corrosive resistant steel, or (b) bronze, or (c) aluminium. Refer to AS3959:2018 for frame requirements. 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 & Eaves (including alfresco ceilings). Fascias and eave gaps to be fitted with 2mm mesh or perforated sheet in corrosive resistant steel, bronze or aluminium. AS3959:2018 does not provide any construction requirements for fascias, bargeboards or eave linings (including alfresco ceilings) at BAL 19. - 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. - 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. - 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, Steps & Landings (Clause 6.7) - 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 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

Bushfire Construction Requirements | Australian Standards AS 3959:2018 | Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas | Reference Guides Bushfire Construction Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) WHAT IS AS 3959:2018 The Australian Standards (AS) for the Construction of Buildings in Bushfire-Prone Areas outline the requirements that most buildings must be designed and built to when located in a Bushfire-Prone Area (BPA) or a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO). The current version, AS3959:2018, was released in 2018 and has since been updated with two amendments: Amendment 1 in 2019 and Amendment 2 in 2020. These standards are available for purchase through Standards Australia. CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS IN BUSHFIRE PRONE AREAS: AS 3959:2018 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 a BAL assessment will determine which additional construction requirements are required (Sections 4-9 of AS3959:2018). Construction for all Bushfire Attack Levels (BAL): - General (Section 3) There are 6 categories of Bushfire Attack Levels (BAL): - 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. To find out what the Bushfire Attack Level is for your new home, alteration and addition, shed, or subdivision, contact us to discuss your project and get a quote. Or continue reading for reference guides of AS3959:2018 Section 3 and Sections 5-9. 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. What does a BAL number mean? A Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) is a measurement of the intensity of radiant heat from a bushfire, this is measured in kilowatts per square meter (kW/m2). In a bushfire, radiant heat levels may be unsafe for humans and could also ignite combustible materials in the vicinity. The potential effects of radiant heat levels on both humans and selected materials listed below can assist in understanding the implications of the different BALs. Pain to humans after 10 to 20 seconds - 4kW/m2 Pain to humans after 3 seconds - 10 kW/m2 Self ignition of cotton after a long time - 25kW/m2 Self ignition of timber after a long time - 25kWm2 Self ignition of cotton after 5 seconds - 42kW/m2 Self ignition of timber after 20 seconds - 45kW/m2 A building that has been built to a Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) in accordance with Australian Standards - Construction of buildings in bushfire prone areas (AS3959:2018) is primarily concerned with improving the ability of buildings to better withstand attack from a bushfire giving the occupants a measure of protection until the fire front passes as well as to the building itself. A building that is built in accordance with AS3959 is not a guarantee that the house will not be impacted or destroyed by a bushfire. This is substantially due to the degree of vegetation management, the unpredictable nature and behaviour of fire, and extreme weather conditions. The survivability of buildings is also dependent on a combination of measures such as landscaping, water supplies, access, building design and maintenance. 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 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, Sidelights & Doors (Clause 7.5) This section of AS3959:2018 includes multiple compliance paths and detailed variations. Always confirm exact requirements using the current version of AS3959. * Compliance options for BAL 29 windows. (a) A system tested to conform with AS1530.8.1, or (b) Be completely protected by a bushfire shutter, or (c) - (not an option for windows) (d) Follow the 'Deemed To Satisfy' (DTS) provisions of AS3959:2018. * Compliance options for BAL 29 doors. (a) A system tested to conform with AS1530.8.1, or (b) Be completely protected by a bushfire shutter, or (c) Be completely protected externally by screens, or (d) Follow the 'Deemed To Satisfy' (DTS) provisions of AS3959:2018. (a) System Tested to AS1530.8.1. Window and door manufactures can have their products tested to comply with a BAL rating. Refer to window and door manufacturers for options. (b) Bushfire Shutters. Bushfire shutters can be used to protect windows and doors that are not: (a) tested to AS1530.8.1, or (b) do not meet the DTS requirements. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.7 and be made from (a) non-combustible material, or (b) bushfire resisting timber. (c) Completely Screened. (not an option for windows) External screens can be used to protect doors that are not: (a) tested to AS1530.8.1, or (b) do not meet the DTS requirements. Where fitted, they must conform with Clause 3.6 and Clause 7.5.2. (d) 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. - DTS external glass protection information. 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. For the DTS door option, low level door glazing does not require screens (glazing protection screens) . * Understanding the term 'Screens' in AS3959:2018. The term, 'screen' in this section is used to describe three different applications: 1. Complete Screening . Screens need to be applied externally to cover the entire window or door assembly, including the frame, glazing, sash, sill and hardware. This gives maximum protection from embers and radiant heat. 2. Glazing Protection Screens . Only the glass area is protected by screens. These are fitted externally and reduce radiant heat exposure to glazing. T his could be done by fixing the screening to the window and/or door frame, or using an external insect/ ember screen door. 3. Insect/Ember Screens . These are required on openable windows and may be fitted internally or externally to prevent ember entry when the windows are open. These are required for openable windows at all Bushfire Attack Levels. Doors do not require these, but if fitted externally, need to comply with the screening material for each Bushfire Attack Level. * BAL 29 Screening Material. All screens must be made from mesh or perforated sheet (max. 2mm aperture) using: (a) corrosive resistant steel, or (b) bronze, or (c) aluminium. Refer to AS3959:2018 for frame requirements. 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 (including alfresco ceilings) 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. Note: for alfresco ceilings, standard plasterboard is non-compliant at BAL 29. 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. - 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 - 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, Steps & Landings (Clause 7.7) - 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

One of the requirements of the Bushfire Management Overlay is Defendable Space, its one of four bushfire protection measures that need to be addressed in a BMO Report | Bushfire Design Consultants | Victoria Defendable Space BMO Bushfire Protection Measures WHAT IS Defendable Space When you are building in a Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) you will need to provide and maintain an area of vegetation around your building to reduce the bushfire risk to the building and occupants, this is known as 'defendable space'. The size of the defendable space is determined by many factors including what the vegetation is, the slope of the land under the vegetation, and what the level of bushfire construction is. WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR Defendable Space Defendable Space Requirements (Table 6 of Clause 53.02-5) Grass must be short cropped and maintained during the declared fire danger period. All leaves and vegetation debris must be removed at regular intervals during the declared fire danger period. Within 10 metres of a building, flammable objects must not be located close to the vulnerable parts of the building. Plants greater than 10 centimetres in height must not be placed within 3m of a window or glass feature of the building. Shrubs must not be located under the canopy of trees. Individual and clumps of shrubs must not exceed 5 sq. metres in area and must be separated by at least 5 metres. Trees must not overhang or touch any elements of the building. The canopy of trees must be separated by at least 5 metres. There must be a clearance of at least 2 metres between the lowest tree branches and ground level. Bushfire Protection Measures Defendable Space Bushfire Construction Static Water Supply Access (driveway) Servicing all of Victoria Request A Quote