Bush Fire Hazard Assessments

Thank you Leah Bertholini, the team at South Australian Country Fire Service and Planning Institute of Australia for your insightful Bushfire Management and Planning workshop this week. I would highly recommend the workshop to anyone trying to learn more about the bush fire industry for South Australia.

Hi LinkedIn, Now is a good time to clarify some of the services provided at BFHA. Our clients are typically in one of these two situations: 1. Homeowners or companies, acting on behalf of homeowners or for themself, who want to build or alter & add to a development in a bush fire prone area. 2. Homeowners or companies located in bush fire prone areas who are unsure of their safety and methods available for better protection. The customers in scenario 1 have no choice. Under state planning legislation, development applications for a development located in a bush fire prone area typically require an assessment to help inform councils' determination. Scenario 2 arises from individuals or businesses seeking clarification around their risk profile and obtaining a plan to activate in the event of a bush fire. If you desire a bush fire assessment out of choice or necessity, BFHA can help find a solution tailored to your needs. Visit our website at www.bfha.com.au or contact us here on LinkedIn for further information. #bushfire #SouthAustralia #NSW #bushfireprotection #firesafety #risk

𝙄𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙙𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙥𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙣 𝙗𝙪𝙨𝙝𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙚-𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙨? Heard of the ruling in the Shoalhaven City Council vs. Easter Developments case? ➡️ This decision highlights the rigorous requirements for Asset Protection Zones under the Planning for Bushfire Protection 2019, particularly the need for these zones to be entirely enclosed within development sites. #BushfireSafety #UrbanPlanning #EnvironmentalLaw #ShoalhavenCityCouncil #EasterDevelopments #SustainableDevelopment Michael Mantei Jasmine D. Isabella Elisha

Mechanisms are in place in the form of legislation, regulations and development standards to ensure protective measures are enforced during construction of a development, however none are in place to inform purchasers and renters of the dangers of living in bush fire prone areas. An interesting inclusion for this article would be insights and comparisons into the expectations of individuals relocating to a bush fire prone area against the reality they now face. Would increased awareness of these risks prior to relocation have influenced their decision? #bushfire

🔥 🔥 30TH APRIL - SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FIRE SEASON OVER 🔥 🔥 Two weeks ago the official 2024 bush fire season has ended, lifting fire bans for all fire districts in South Australia. However the recent media release from SA CFS insists bush fire prone communities to stay vigilant during this time as the potential for bush fires developing are higher than normal due to the dry fuel loads and low rainfall continuing through Autumn. A few ways to mitigate some of the risks to your community, property and family include: 1. Take precautions during burn offs (see link below); 2. Develop or update a bush fire survival plan; 3. Ensure your property is adequately prepared through activities like creating clear spaces between vegetation and buildings, garden maintenance, building upgrades and obtaining appropriate insurance. #bushfire #SouthAustralia https://lnkd.in/dA98-QbG https://lnkd.in/dCnvfydm