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Block plans or block diagrams Designers and engineers create drawings during the design phase for planning, review, approval and then construction of a building. Once these documents have served their prime purpose, and the occupancy permit is issued, the key drawings remain important for a number of reasons.  These reasons include locating facilities and equipment […]

Hydrant boost testing Melbourne Last week saw another hydrant boost test. This site has terrific mains pressure and supply rate, but the on-site fire water pipe system was found to have a leak. This prevented the system achieving the full test pressure. Our plumber will do a repair visit, along with the necessary refurbishment of

Early fire warning You often hear about the importance of smoke detectors in the media, especially in saving lives through early fire detection. However, not every area of your home, apartment block, or business premises is suitable for smoke detectors. For example, areas where dust is present may trigger false alarms. In such cases, the

Avoid Trouble with the VBA Earlier this year, we were asked to provide a quote for the routine maintenance of Essential Safety Measures at an apartment block, which later turned into a troublesome situation with the VBA. During our inspection, we uncovered several non-compliance issues that had been present since the building’s construction. Although our

Smoke detector testing Smoke detectors save lives. We hear this often, when news items come up about house fires especially. This reminder about smoke detectors emphasizes the significance of our job. It also underscores your role in protecting your tenants. For contracts involving routine smoke detector tests, you can be confident in our AS1851 compliance.

Five-Yearly Hydrant Boost Test, South Melbourne This week, we conducted a hydrant pressure test in South Melbourne at 40 Albert Road as part of the routine five yearly hydrant boost test. Ensuring optimal system performance and safety, this test is crucial in maintaining compliance with fire safety regulations. Image 1 – Early start to beat

fire hydrant boosting truck melbourne   Our Latest Addition! We were very excited this week to receive a new addition to our fleet. This ex NSW urban pumper has come off the line and straight into service as our second boost testing truck. This truck, whilst over 20 years old has done very little work.

Essential safety compliance in Melbourne\’s heritage buildings Some contractors may prefer to avoid them but we have helped more than a few city addresses to rise gracefully to meet the safety expectations of the 21st century. It\’s not too daunting. In fact it\’s a pleasure to work with these old dames of Melbourne. Some date back

Smoke alarm and RCD avert tragedy A family home had a radiant bar heater in an upstairs study, the type without an on/off switch. It just plugs into the a general power outlet or a powerboard. This one was on a powerboard, because of course, there are so many appliances used in the home study