CHIEFS AFSS CONCIERGE SERVICE
Fire dampers, mechanical air systems, fire detection, fire doors, fire sealing, smoke control, fire extinguishers—these are just some of the essential safety measures that require endorsement on an Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS). At Chief AFSS Services, we remove the stress and complexity for our clients by delivering a seamless, strategic and fully managed compliance process.
Our newly launched Twelve‑Week Concierge Service is a true one‑stop solution for AFSS compliance. We liaise with council, coordinate inspections, oversee all testing, and manage any repairs identified along the way. We also facilitate endorsement of every required measure, ensuring your property not only meets but exceeds compliance—well ahead of the due date.
Annual Fire Safety Statements and overall fire safety compliance are critical responsibilities for strata, facility and building owners and managers. This work demands specialised knowledge, meticulous attention to detail and strict adherence to reporting requirements. With Chief AFSS Services, you can feel confident knowing that our concierge‑style approach delivers proactive, professional and timely support, resolving your fire safety needs with ease.
That’s our promise.
Your Annual fire safety statement experts
What are Annual Fire Safety Statements?
Commonly shortened to AFSS, Annual Fire Safety Statements are a certification that is a statutory requirement of your council, NSW Fire & Rescue and your insurance provider.
Under the provisions of the NSW Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000 (EP & A Reg), owners of buildings have a legal obligation to supply the Commissioner of the NSW Fire Brigades with a copy of their Fire Safety Certificate or Annual Fire Safety Statement, listing the fire safety measures applicable to their building.
This certification can only be provided by an accredited fire inspector, like Chief AFSS Services. The Annual Fire Safety Statements then legally confirms that the facility management team of any commercial building have undertaken all required fire safety measures and that the premises meet or exceed fire safety requirements to Australian standards.
The Annual Fire Safety Statement must state that a competent fire safety practitioner has inspected and assessed the fire safety measures in the building, and found that the measures are capable of performing to the Australian standard. Once submitted a copy of the statement or certificate must then be prominently displayed in the building.
A Fire Safety Certificate is a certificate that is submitted by the building owner, certifying all essential fire safety measures (listed in the Fire Safety Schedule) have been installed in the building, and are capable of performing to the standard listed in the Fire Safety Schedule.
A Fire Safety Schedule can be issued with a Construction Certificate. The Fire Safety Schedule lists the essential fire safety measures that are to be installed in the building or on the site and the Australian and/or other Standards to which they must be installed.
Building owners & Fire Safety
Don’t risk not being up to date on your Annual Fire Safety Statements
Don’t risk not being up to date on your Annual Fire Safety Statements
Under the current protocol, building owners are responsible for submitting and signing the Fire Safety Certificate and the AFSS.
No matter what your lease agreements says, fire compliance is ultimately the responsibility of the landlord. As a landlord (or their representative), when you sign a Fire Safety Certificate or AFSS you are personally declaring that the premises meets the Australian Standard for fire safety and has been maintained and “assessed by competent fire safety practitioner”. This personal liability is why all landlords should partner with an expert in this area, ensuring their tenants are safe and they are personally protected.
Don’t risk not being up to date on your Annual Fire Safety Statements
Don’t risk not being up to date on your Annual Fire Safety Statements
Don’t risk not being up to date on your Annual Fire Safety Statements
With ever changing guidelines and harsh penalties for breaches, not working with an accredited professional carries high risk personal, financial and legal risk.
Don’t be fined: Clause 177 of the NSW Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000 states that it is an offence to fail to provide the statement. Escalating cumulative weekly penalty notices apply for this offence, for example, $1000 per week.
Don’t risk legal action: Not submitting an Annual Fire Safety Statement could lead to civil or criminal proceedings in the Land and Environment Court. The maximum penalty for a breach is $110,000.
Don’t risk your insurance: Failing to have your fire equipment properly inspected, and not lodging an Annual Fire Safety Statement, can be grounds for the voiding of your fire insurance.
Don’t negate life saving responsibilities: Most importantly, a failure to meet these important legal requirements can put people’s lives at risk, as well as having enormous implications for the building owner.
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Why choose us for your Annual Fire Safety statements?
Fully accredited
Fully accredited
Fully accredited
Fully accredited: AFSS can only be provided by FPAS accredited fire service companies. Chief Mechanical Services is accredited under the FPAA scheme, and registered as an accredited practitioner (fire safety), as required under the new legislation which came into force on 1 July 2020.
Experience & expertise: Chief AFSS Services are experienced industry professionals and can ensure all required testing and compliance is adhered to.
Peace of mind
Fully accredited
Fully accredited
Providing peace of mind: Our expert team adopt a hands-on approach in providing essential fire safety measures throughout the facility. We proudly maintain the highest safety standards at all times, providing peace of mind for building owners.
Need more information on Annual Fire Safety Statements (afss) ? Contact our team today and enjoy the confidence and protection of meeting Australian standards today.