Fire safety obligations

Fire safety is one of the most important legal responsibilities of an Owners Corporation. Maintaining compliant fire safety systems helps protect residents, visitors and property while ensuring the scheme meets its obligations under NSW legislation.

Depending on the building and its local council regulations, responsibilities may include:

• Maintaining essential fire safety measures.
• Conducting routine inspections and testing.
• Servicing fire detection and alarm systems.
• Maintaining fire doors, exit lighting and emergency systems.
• Ensuring evacuation plans and signage remain current.
• Lodging required fire safety documentation with the local council where applicable.
• Promptly rectifying defects identified during inspections.

Fire safety compliance is not a once-a-year exercise. It requires ongoing monitoring, scheduled maintenance and accurate record keeping throughout the year.

At Strata Real Estate Services, we coordinate fire safety inspections, engage qualified contractors, monitor compliance deadlines and assist committees in meeting their legislative obligations. By proactively managing compliance, we help reduce risk while giving owners confidence that essential life safety systems are being properly maintained..