Building in Bushfire Prone Areas

Building in Bushfire Prone Areas

Since the publication of TN 66 which deals with houses in bushfire prone areas, an increasing need for the application of bushfire resistant construction principles to other building types has become apparent.  This course provides guidance on the design and construction of all new buildings, concentrating on solutions incorporating concrete and masonry materials.

Topics included are:

  • Bushfire Attack
  • New Building Design Principles
  • Individual Building Elements
  • Recommendations for Specific Building Types
  • Preparing for Bushfire Attack
  • Post-Bushfire Maintenance

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