Appendix F - Bushfire Hazard Assessment and Managment Report

Bushfire Report


an appropriate water supply to support effective emergency services response
includes reticulated water and/or appropriate static water supply.

The reticulated hydrant system shall be designed and constructed in accordance
with ‘QLD Fire and Emergency Services’ Fire Hydrant and Vehicle Access
Guidelines.

Where reticulated water is unavailable, an appropriate static water supply should
consist of a dedicated water tank specifically for firefighting purposes, with suitable
access for firefighting appliances. It is recommended that the tank be located within
10m of the building. To ensure durability and compliance with safety standards, it is
strongly recommended that the tank be constructed underground or from non-
combustible materials, such as steel or concrete.

The tank must include a take-off connection providing a minimum of 10,000 litres of
static water exclusively for firefighting access. The site must permit clear access for
a medium rigid fire appliance (15 tonnes) to within 6 metres of the tank.

Tanks and associated pumps must be protected from bushfire impact in accordance
with AS 2304:2011 – Water storage tanks for fire protection systems. Where the site
is serviced by a rural fire brigade, the tank shall be fitted with brigade-compatible
fittings, including a 50-millimetre ball valve and a male camlock coupling. If the tank
is underground, a minimum 200-millimetre access hole must be provided to allow
suction line access. Directional signage must clearly indicate the tank’s location at
the street frontage.



    5.3.5 Landscaping Management Plan

The type, location and ongoing maintenance of landscaping are considered a
necessary bushfire protection measure. Landscaping management for bushfire is the
process of designing, constructing, and maintaining a landscape in a way that
reduces the risk of bushfire. The management strategies typically involve creating
fire breaks, reducing fuel loads, and selecting vegetation that is less flammable.

Appendix A provides a list of less flammable plants.

The landscaping management shall be carried out as the requirements set out for
Asset Protection Zone in Section 5.3.1.



    5.3.6 Reducing Fuel load and Weed Management

Removing excess ground fuels and combustible material is a crucial aspect of
effective fire prevention and management. This process involves the careful
clearance of various flammable materials, including long dry grass, accumulated
dead leaves, and fallen branches. By systematically reducing these fuel sources, the
risk of fire ignition and spread is significantly mitigated. Regular maintenance of such
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