Occupancy Statements – Certification & Compliance
An Occupancy Statement is an official document that confirms your building’s essential safety and fire protection measures have been properly inspected, tested, and maintained to the required standards. In Queensland, it serves as the compliance evidence building owners and managers need to meet their legal obligations.
FCF Fire & Electrical Fraser Coast handles the entire process for you, from scheduled inspections and functional testing to clear reporting and documentation, ensuring your Occupancy Statement is completed accurately, on time, and without any hassle.
Compliance You Can Trust
In Queensland, Occupancy Statements are a key requirement under the Building Fire Safety Regulation 2008. They depend on accurate inspection, maintenance, and certification of your building’s essential fire safety measures, all of which must be completed by licensed professionals.
The FCF Fire & Electrical Fraser Coast team is fully qualified to complete all necessary inspections, testing, and documentation for your Occupancy Statement, giving you confidence that your building meets every compliance obligation.
How can we help?
Our team provides complete Occupancy Statement support, including:
- Inspection and testing of all fire safety measures (sprinklers, hydrants, extinguishers, doors, alarms, etc.).
- Preparation and issuing of compliance documentation for your Occupancy Statement.
- Rectification of faults, defects, or non-compliant systems identified during inspections.
- Certification and completion of your Occupancy Statement for submission to the relevant authority.
- Ongoing maintenance and scheduled inspections to ensure year-round compliance.
Fire safety compliance can feel overwhelming, especially when preparing an Occupancy Statement. Our Fraser Coast
team makes the process simple by handling every step, inspections, testing, reporting, and documentation
ensuring your building stays compliant without the stress or time pressure.
Why Choose FCF?
Choosing FCF Fire & Electrical Fraser Coast means partnering with a trusted local team that has been supporting
families and businesses in the region for many years. We offer:
- Accredited practitioners with extensive experience.
- Transparent pricing with fixed-rate packages.
- 5-year warranties on service and compliance work.
- Lower costs than competitors with the same high level of quality.
- Online portal access to reports and maintenance history.
We do more than meet compliance requirements, our goal is to give you complete confidence that your people
and property are genuinely protected.
Industries We Service
We prepare AFSS for strata complexes, offices, aged care facilities, hospitals, retail centres, schools,
and industrial sites.
Body Corporate & Strata Management
Body Corporate & Strata Management
Aged Care & Healthcare
Aged Care & Healthcare
Transport & Hospitality
Transport & Hospitality
Commercial & Retail
Commercial & Retail
Domestic & Residential Properties
Domestic & Residential Properties
No matter your sector, we design, install, maintain, and certify systems to keep
people and property safe.
FAQs
What is an Occupancy Statement?
An Occupancy Statement is a formal compliance document that confirms your building’s essential fire safety measures have been properly inspected, tested, and maintained to the required standards.
Who is responsible for completing an Occupancy Statement?
The building owner, or the person responsible for managing the premises, must ensure all required inspections are completed and that the Occupancy Statement is prepared accurately.
How often does an Occupancy Statement need to be completed?
Occupancy Statements are generally required each year, or as outlined in your building’s specific fire safety management obligations.
What happens if I don’t complete my Occupancy Statement on time?
Failing to complete or keep an Occupancy Statement up to date can lead to compliance breaches, increased liability, and greater risk to building occupants.
Can FCF assist with my Occupancy Statement?
Yes. FCF Fire & Electrical Fraser Coast can take care of the entire process for you, including inspections, testing, reporting, and documentation, ensuring your Occupancy Statement is completed accurately and submitted on time.
Our Promise to You
At FCF Fire & Electrical, we know our customers by name not number. Whether
we’re fitting one smoke alarm or managing complete fire protection for a commercial
property, you’ll always get genuine advice, friendly service, and dependable quality.