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- Fire Wardens Fire Wardens play an important role in their community. They help manage the land before fires start, which can reduce how often and how severe wildfires can be. In rural Queensland, the volunteer Fire Warden network administers the Permit to Light Fire system and provides advice to landholders on managing fire risk. If you…
- Lighting fires in Queensland The first step is to check the Current Fire Bans page for any fire restrictions in place.In Queensland, the Fire Services Act 1990 is the principal legislation that deals with lighting fires in the open. The Act provides a systematic approach to the authorised use and control of fire in the open and for…
- Smoke alarms Plan to survive - get compliant smoke alarms todayNew smoke alarm laws are coming.Interconnected compliant smoke alarms means when one goes off, they all go off.All existing private homes, townhouses, and units require interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms by 1 January 2027. All registered caravans and motorhomes must also…
- Safety and education We provide safety education programs, information and resources to keep you, your loved ones and property safe.Learning about safety is an important part of reducing your risk. Whether you're at home, in your workplace, school or taking a holiday, staying safe is a priority.To request a visit from us, please use our…
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- Fire Bans & Restrictions In Queensland, the use of fire can be restricted by imposing either a Local Fire Ban or a State of Fire Emergency. When predicted conditions and weather forecasts indicate that fires may be difficult to control and pose danger to communities, the Commissioner of the Queensland Fire Department…
- Water Additives Use of Water Additives in Controlling Bushfire - Information Guide “Water Additives” is the term given to different supplements that can be combined with water when fighting fires. This additive and water solution is then either applied to a bushfire to slow the spread and intensity of the fire or applied to vegetation or…