What is Passive Fire Protection?
Passive fire protection refers to fire safety measures that are built into the structure of a building and do not require activation to function. These systems are designed to slow the spread of fire and smoke and maintain fire-resistance levels across fire-rated compartments. Passive fire elements include fire-rated walls, floors and ceilings, fire doors, service penetrations and cavity barriers.
Our Passive Fire Services Include:
- Passive fire audits and inspections of fire-rated building elements to assess condition and compliance
- Inspection and reporting using Vitals, providing structured, auditable and traceable compliance records
- Fire-stopping and penetration sealing to maintain fire-resistance ratings
- Inspection of fire-rated walls, floors, ceilings and compartmentation
- Fire door and fire-rated element condition assessments (where applicable)
- Defect identification and prioritised rectification recommendations
- Asset registers and ongoing compliance tracking managed through Vitals
- Vitals – Inspection, Reporting & Compliance
We utilise Vitals to manage passive fire inspections, audits and reporting. This system allows for:
- Digital inspection workflows aligned with passive fire requirements
- Photographic evidence and location-based defect tracking
- Clear identification of non-compliant items and required rectification works
- Centralised asset registers for passive fire elements
- Accurate records to support compliance obligations and building safety documentation Using Vitals ensures consistency, transparency and reliable reporting across all passive fire assets.
Inspection & Reporting
Passive fire inspections are carried out in accordance with relevant Australian Standards and building compliance requirements.
Each inspection produces a detailed Vitals report outlining:
- Items inspected
- Compliance status
- Identified defects or non-conformances
- Recommended corrective actions
- Supporting photographs and asset references
Reports are suitable for compliance tracking, facility management and engagement with certifiers or consultants.
Why Passive Fire Compliance Matters
Passive fire systems form a critical part of a building’s Essential Safety Measures. Regular inspection and accurate reporting help ensure regulatory compliance, protect occupants, reduce risk exposure and support certification and ongoing building management obligations.