Fire safety is part of everyday life in Australia - especially in rural areas and bordering towns like Dunsborough. To keep your home safe and protected from fire there are some basic requirements you should follow. Being aware of local conditions and being well prepared is essential for survival.
The following steps are extremely important to protect your family and your home from fire:
- MAKE A FIRE ESCAPE PLAN
You must decide ahead of time if you are going to leave or stay and protect your property. Consider the fire escape routes available to you and make sure that each family member knows what the escape plan is. It is wise to have more than one escape route planned as fires can rapidly change direction. If you are planning to stay and defend you will need to make several preparations including making sure you have the right fire protection equipment supplier Brisbane North and clothing- ideally serviced and tested by your local fire equipment protection supplier. Resources to help you are available through your local fire brigade. For example, the Dunsborough fire brigade has a Facebook page with lots of helpful information. https://mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au/stay-and-defend is another very useful resource.
- REMOVE EXCESS FIRE FUEL AROUND YOUR PROPERTY
Whether you decide to leave or stay and defend your property, removing excess fuel around your property will help protect your home from fire. Removing excess leaves and vegetation, keeping the lawn short, cleaning out gutters, keeping the trees trimmed and the yard free of rubbish will increase your protection level. You can also make sure gates are open so that fire trucks and their fire fighting equipment can reach you.
In rural properties such as around Dunsborough in WA, it is a good idea to create a firebreak around the property as another layer of fire protection. If fire is threatening, move livestock to a well-grazed paddock. Make sure your fire protection equipment is well maintained and always ready to go.
- TALK TO AN EXPERT ABOUT FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT AND WATER SUPPLY
If you do decide to stay and defend you must have a reliable water supply and fire protection equipment supplier Smithton to fight the fire and defend your home. You need to be fit and healthy, have the necessary protective clothing and firefighting equipment, have carried out ongoing property preparation and know when to put a plan into action. You also need to have a backup plan for shelter and talk to a local fire protection equipment supplier to make sure you get the right fire protection equipment for your property. Think Water in Dunsborough has a great history in system design, installation and servicing of everything water-related. As your local water expert, they have the product knowledge and experience to assist you with services and advice about water supply and appropriate firefighting equipment.
- BE PREPARED
If you plan to stay and actively protect your home from fire - be prepared!
Preparation is the key to survival. Position your portable water pump near a large water source and check it regularly to ensure it is in full working condition. Install sprinklers, hoses, fittings, and valves so that they are ready to go when needed.
Do not rely on mains water pressure as it may be affected. If you have a permanent water pump, ideally ensure it and plastic pipes are installed underground. Your local fire protection equipment supplier Colac will be able to help you with all your preparations and supply you with the right fire protection equipment supplier Cradle Coast.
- BE FIRE AWARE
Watch the news and tune into local radio stations. Remember you may lose power so charge up your phones, have a portable phone charger or even rely on the good old-fashioned battery-powered portable radio. Follow local Facebook pages such as the one from the Dunsborough Fire Brigade https://www.facebook.com/dunsbushfire/about/?ref=page_internal and have your fire protection equipment supplier Dunsborough ready to go.
We hope you never actually have to use your fire protection equipment supplier Mareeba. However, being prepared and working with your local fire protection supplier will give you peace of mind and the best chance to protect your property in the event of a bushfire