The Role Of Bushfire Assessment Reports In Property Development

Bushfire And Orange Smoke At Night

In regions prone to bushfires, property development carries with it a unique set of challenges and responsibilities. Central to these is the bushfire assessment report—a crucial document in ensuring the safety, viability and sustainability of any development project. In this blog, we’ll delve into the critical role these reports play, particularly in areas where the […]

A Guide To Creating A Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) Report

Firefighter Tending To Bushfire

In Australia, the threat of bushfires is a constant reality that shapes our lives and landscapes. These natural disasters, fuelled by our unique climate and vegetation, can cause devastating damage to properties and ecosystems and pose a significant risk to human life. One of the key components of bushfire safety is understanding the level of […]

Who Can Assess Bushfire Attack Level?

Forest Burning Caused By Bushfire

It’s a sad reality that Australia has more bushfires than any other country in the world. This is why it’s important to know how to protect yourself and your home by taking certain precautions to prevent any serious accidents. One of the ways you can do this is by knowing what level of attack your […]

Do I Need A BAL Report?

Forest Burning Caused By Bushfire

If you’re planning a property development in a bushfire-prone area, you may need to obtain a Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) Certificate or Report. BAL Reports are crucial for ensuring your property development complies with necessary regulations. Bushfire and Environmental Management Consultancy offers expert assessments, planning, reports and BAL Certificates to clients throughout the Hunter Valley, […]

Bushfire Assessment Methodology

The Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) measures the severity of a building’s potential exposure to radiant heat (as well as ember attack and direct flame) and is calculated through a series of bushfire behaviour and fire engineering calculations. There are two ways to determine the BAL. Simplified procedures, also referred to as Method 1. This method […]