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Fire Safety

Code Compliance Meets Engineering Precision

At Vortex Fire, we deliver tailored fire safety solutions with a strong presence in Australia, including Sydney, and international experience in cities like Toronto. Our engineers and consultants specialize in fire safety design, protection planning, and performance-based strategies that keep people safe and projects compliant.
As trusted fire safety consultants Australia professionals rely on, we bring clarity to regulations, speed to approvals, and intelligent design to every building.

Australian Fire Safety Experts With International Reach

We’re not just Australian fire safety experts but part of a wider network of fire engineers who work across global jurisdictions. Our experience in Toronto, Canada has strengthened our ability to navigate multiple regulatory frameworks and deliver high-performance risk appropriate solutions.

By working across both hemispheres, we stay ahead of the curve when it comes to:

  • Fire code innovations
  • Authority expectations
  • Cross-border best practices
  • Engineering benchmarks and tools
Whether you’re developing in Sydney or Toronto, our team offers code-compliant solutions tailored to each city’s unique challenges.

Local Expertise From a Sydney Fire Safety Consultancy

With offices and consultants on the ground, we provide practical, code-aligned solutions through our Sydney fire safety consultancy team. We understand the nuances of working with NSW regulations, councils, and Fire & Rescue NSW.

From early-stage design to occupation certification, we support clients with:

  • Fire safety schedules and performance solutions
  • Construction phase planning and passive protection
  • Fire Safety Statements and Annual Certifications
  • Compliance upgrades and remedial works
Our local knowledge ensures your project flows from design to delivery without friction or code conflicts.

Complete Fire Protection Systems

We help teams deliver robust, integrated fire protection systems in Australia, including:
  • Detection and alarm systems
  • Fire sprinkler and hydrant systems
  • Emergency lighting and exit signage
  • Smoke control and mechanical interface
  • Fire pumps and suppression systems
Every design is verified against NCC and local codes. Our specialists collaborate with MEP consultants and suppliers to avoid costly redesigns or scope gaps.
Whether you’re planning a new build or an upgrade, our fire protection services, Sydney and Australia-wide support, ensure everything aligns—from hydraulic calculations to zone schematics.

➤ Fire Safety Services in Australia

Our consultants provide end-to-end fire safety services that Australian teams count on—from concept to completion. Services include:
We offer a full suite of services aligned with the National Construction Code (NCC), BCA, and relevant Australian Standards.

➤ Building Code Consulting & Fire Strategy

Our specialists guide your design team through the regulatory framework, offering strategic advice to meet code and fire safety requirements. We assess compliance risks early and tailor fire strategies for fast approvals and safe operation.

➤ Performance-Based Building Design

When prescriptive codes don’t suit your vision, we deliver flexible, engineered alternatives. 
Our performance-based building design uses advanced tools like CFD, egress, and structural fire analysis to achieve compliance through innovation.

Technical Analysis & Modelling Capabilities

➤ CFD Fire Smoke Modelling

We simulate fire growth, smoke movement, and ventilation interaction to assess safety, visibility, and system effectiveness.

➤Egress Modelling

Using advanced software, we analyze occupant movement, evacuation time, and crowd dynamics—critical for complex or high-density buildings.

➤ Third-Party Active and Passive Fire Inspections

Our team inspects installed fire systems (sprinklers, alarms, barriers, dampers, sealants) to ensure systems are code-compliant and properly installed.

➤Third Party Peer Review

We provide independent reviews of fire safety designs, reports, and systems, adding value and technical assurance to significant projects.

Building Envelope & Facade Safety

➤ Building Cladding Fire Audit & Risk Assessment

We assess the combustibility and safety of external wall systems, identify high-risk elements, and provide recommendations aligned with state policies and local requirements.

➤ Facade Assessments and Inspections

Our facade fire engineers assess materials, cavity barriers, and compliance with performance criteria to reduce risk and enhance fire resistance.

Documentation & Regulatory Compliance

➤ Fire Safety Plans

We prepare clear, compliant documentation outlining fire detection, suppression, evacuation, and maintenance protocols for building managers and authorities.

➤ Emergency Response & Evacuation Plans

Tailored emergency planning that covers occupant procedures, staff roles, escape routes, and firefighting intervention—critical for public buildings, schools, and healthcare.

➤ Partial Occupancy Plans

For phased construction or tenancy, we help develop staged occupancy strategies that comply with regulations while allowing safe early use of the building.

➤ Accessibility & Barrier-Free Design

We advise on inclusive access, egress paths, refuge areas, and alarm systems—meeting both Australian code and international best practices.

➤ Mass Timber Buildings

Our team is at the forefront of fire engineering for mass timber buildings, providing modelling, fire resistance ratings, and performance pathways that allow sustainable materials without compromising safety.

➤ Fire Expert Witness

When litigation or dispute arises, we provide independent fire engineering opinions, forensic analysis, and expert witness testimony in line with court requirements.

Fire Safety Training & Risk Management

➤ Fire Safety Training

We offer training programs for building owners, facility managers, and staff to ensure effective use of fire systems, emergency procedures, and compliance protocols.

We help clients reduce risk, shorten approval times, and ensure compliance with the BCA (NCC), state-based rules, and fire authority guidelines.

These strategies are ideal for complex buildings like airports, stadiums, mixed-use developments, and refurbishments of older properties.
Our fire engineering knowledge spans Australia and regions like Toronto, where performance-based solutions are regularly used in line with the Ontario Building Code and NFPA standards.

✔ National expertise in Australian fire codes
✔ Project experience in Sydney and international cities like Toronto
✔ Authority liaison for faster approvals
✔ Fire systems designed for practicality and performance
✔ Deep understanding of both prescriptive and performance-based compliance
As a hybrid consultancy with both local grounding and global reach, we offer unmatched insight across various construction environments.