Bushfire Action Plans
Know exactly what to do before, during and after a bushfire.
The CFS advises every household and business in a bushfire risk area to have a written bushfire plan. Many people know they should have one but are unsure where to start, or have a plan that was written years ago and no longer matches their property. Paterson Bushfire Defence prepares bushfire action plans for homes, farms and businesses across the Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula and Barossa.
How we build your plan
Your plan starts with a visit to your property. We look at the buildings, access roads, water supply, vegetation and any existing sprinklers, pumps and hose reels. We then help you decide what you will do on days of high fire danger, including when you will leave and where you will go, and what you need to have in place if your plan is to stay and defend.
A written plan your household can follow
We put it all in a written plan built around the CFS Bushfire Survival Plan guidelines. It covers your triggers to act, your evacuation routes, the jobs to do before summer, and step-by-step instructions for starting and running your firefighting equipment. Everyone in the household or workplace should know the plan, so we can walk through it with your family or staff.
Where we find gaps, such as a pump that is too small or a water supply that is too low, we explain the options and give you a quote. Bushfire action plans are a paid service, and we confirm the price when you book.
Why choose Paterson Bushfire Defence
- Licensed plumbers, part of Paterson Trades Group with four generations of plumbing experience in South Australia
- 25-year labour warranty on our installations
- 5.0-star Google rating from over 120 reviews for our Paterson Plumbing team
- Davey and Reefe fire fighting pumps, sized to your property
- Installed to South Australia’s bushfire building standard (MBS 008) where it applies
- Pre-season servicing so your system is ready every summer
Related services: Property Protection Systems · Pump Servicing · Water Tank Installation
Book your bushfire action plan
The best time to write your plan is before the Fire Danger Season starts. Call 08 8337 4969 or request a booking online.
FAQs
What is included in a bushfire action plan?
A property assessment, your decision on leaving early or staying, triggers to act, evacuation routes, a pre-summer checklist and instructions for your equipment.
Is your plan the same as the CFS Bushfire Survival Plan?
Our plan follows the CFS guidelines and adds detail specific to your property and firefighting equipment.
Do businesses need a bushfire plan?
Yes. Businesses in bushfire risk areas should have a plan that covers staff, customers, stock and equipment.
How often should I update my plan?
Review it every year before the Fire Danger Season, and whenever your household, property or equipment changes.
