Permanent solution needed for fire testing solution: Housing group
A housing group is calling for a permanent fire safety testing solution after a Sydney facility received only a six-month extension. The temporary fix leaves uncertainty around testing of building products and systems.
Where will builders get fire safety testing done after the Sydney facility closes?
Builders and certifiers face ongoing uncertainty around fire safety compliance for products and systems. Without a permanent facility, approvals and project timelines could be disrupted.
Key takeaways
- A Sydney fire testing facility has been given only a six-month extension, not a permanent fix.
- A housing group is pushing for a long-term solution to fire safety product testing in Australia.
- Builders may face compliance uncertainty if a permanent testing facility isn't secured.
- The gap affects testing of both building products and fire safety systems.
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