Bushfire Report · MCU26/0104

Bushfire Report


       and no further assessment or testing, such as pressure test, by the client is
       required.
   (2) Where a private fire hydrant system is proposed, the reticulated hydrant
       network must be designed, installed, and certified in accordance with the
       Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) Fire Hydrant and Vehicle
       Access Guidelines.
   (3) 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 10 m 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 m 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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