Trusted Fire Safety for Melbourne
Northern Fire Equipment Service provides AS1851-compliant fire protection services for commercial, industrial, and residential properties throughout the Greater Melbourne area. With over 35 years of experience and VBA-accredited technicians, the team at Northern Fire Equipment Service delivers end-to-end fire safety compliance solutions across Melbourne. Call 03 9401 4011 today to arrange a site visit.
What Fire Safety Services Does Northern Fire Equipment Service Provide?
Northern Fire Equipment Service offers comprehensive fire safety services for Melbourne's diverse building stock. The service range covers equipment supply, installation, routine maintenance, essential safety measure (ESM) audits, and fire warden training. Melbourne properties, from high-rise strata towers in Southbank to sprawling industrial warehouses in Dandenong and Somerton, carry differing compliance obligations under the Building Regulations 2018 (Vic), and the team is experienced in meeting them all.
Our Founder
Northern Fire Equipment Service was founded by Maureen O'Connor in 1987, who holds the distinction of being the first woman with a fire safety license in Australia. With a legacy of dedication and innovation, Maureen set a high standard for excellence in the fire safety industry, which is carried on by her family to this day.
Services Available to Melbourne Clients Include
- Fire extinguisher supply, installation, and six-monthly servicing to AS1851-2012 requirements.
- Fire hose reel inspection, testing, and maintenance for commercial and industrial sites.
- Emergency and exit lighting testing and compliance reporting.
- Fire door inspection and defect identification.
- Emergency evacuation plan design and installation.
- Fire safety training<https://www.northernfire.com.au/fire-safety-training> for fire wardens, chief wardens, and frontline staff.
What Is ESM Compliance and Why Does It Matter for Melbourne Building Owners?
Victorian building owners are legally required to maintain all Essential Safety Measures (ESMs) and produce an Annual Essential Safety Measures Report (AESMR) each year. The AESMR must be prepared within 28 days of the occupancy permit anniversary date and must be made available to Fire Rescue Victoria or the municipal building surveyor within 24 hours of a request. Failure to comply can result in fines and prosecution under the Building Act 1993.
How Does Northern Fire Equipment Service Support Property Managers With ESM Compliance?
Northern Fire Equipment Service supports Melbourne property managers with AS1851-2012-aligned maintenance schedules, defect identification, and the documentation records needed to support AESMR preparation. Six-monthly check-ups on fire equipment help keep every site inspection-ready year-round.
Which ESMs Are Typically Maintained Under AS1851-2012?
Common ESMs maintained to AS1851-2012 across Melbourne properties include fire extinguishers, hose reels, emergency lighting, exit signs, fire doors, smoke alarms, and fire sprinkler systems. Each fire safety system carries its own inspection frequency; Northern Fire Equipment Service tracks these schedules on behalf of clients.
Is Northern Fire Equipment Service Accredited to Work in Victoria?
Northern Fire Equipment Service employs VBA-accredited staff, meeting Victoria's licensing requirements for fire protection servicing. The team adheres to Australian Standards, the Building Regulations 2018 (Vic), and the National Construction Code across every engagement.
Serving Melbourne's Northern Suburbs and Greater Metropolitan Area
Northern Fire Equipment Service is the compliance partner of choice for businesses serving Melbourne's northern growth corridor, including suburbs along the Hume Highway such as Broadmeadows, Craigieburn, and Epping, as well as clients in Melbourne's south-east, the Mornington Peninsula, and Geelong. Whether your site is a multi-tenancy office in Carlton, a manufacturing facility in Campbellfield, or a residential apartment block in St Kilda, the same AS1851-compliant standard of service applies.
Explore the full range of fire equipment supply and installation options available, or review fire equipment services and maintenance to understand what routine servicing covers.
Get Your Melbourne Property Compliant Today
Northern Fire Equipment Service is ready to help building owners and facility managers meet every fire safety obligation in Melbourne. Call the team on 03 9401 4011 to book a site assessment, request an equipment quote, or discuss your AESMR documentation needs.
Contact Northern Fire Equipment Service at 03 9401 4011 and safeguard your property against fires.