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Fyrewise | Future-Focused Fire Safety Solutions
In today’s world, the risks facing buildings are not only more varied but also more unpredictable. As cities grow, building designs become more complex, and environmental conditions shift, fire safety must evolve too. That’s where fire engineering steps in.
At Fyrewise, we view fire engineering not just as a technical service—but as a critical part of risk management and future-readiness. Our job is to help you design and manage buildings that aren’t just compliant today but are prepared for the challenges of tomorrow.
Fire Engineering: More Than Just Compliance
Most people think of fire safety as installing alarms, sprinklers, and fire exits. While those are essential components, fire engineering goes far beyond that. It’s a science-based discipline focused on understanding how fire behaves, how it spreads, how people react, and how buildings can be designed to prevent, resist, or respond to fire effectively.
Fire engineering allows building owners, developers, and designers to go beyond standard rules. It enables smart decision-making when dealing with:
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High-rise or large-area buildings
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Mixed-use developments
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Heritage refurbishments
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High-occupancy facilities like hospitals, schools, or stadiums
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Buildings with complex internal layouts or fire loads
With the right fire engineering approach, you can turn a design challenge into a safe and practical solution—without sacrificing creativity or usability.
What Fire Engineers Actually Do
At Fyrewise, our fire engineers play a key role in shaping fire-safe environments. We combine regulatory knowledge with practical engineering methods and digital tools to assess and control fire risks.
Here’s what we typically provide on a project:
1. Fire Safety Design Advice
We work with your architect or design team from early planning stages to ensure fire safety is built into the design—not added as an afterthought.
2. Performance-Based Fire Engineering Reports
When a building can’t meet the prescriptive rules of the National Construction Code (NCC), we develop performance solutions that prove the building is still safe. These are formal documents backed by simulations, calculations, and engineering judgment.
3. Fire Modelling and Risk Analysis
Using specialist software, we model fire growth, smoke movement, evacuation times, and fire brigade access to help design smarter safety systems.
4. Passive and Active System Coordination
We assist with decisions around fire-rated materials, compartmentation, sprinklers, alarms, and smoke control systems—ensuring everything works together as a complete safety strategy.
5. Documentation and Certification
We provide reports, briefs, drawings, and certifications required for development approval, including Fire Engineering Briefs (FEB), Fire Engineering Reports (FER), and Form 16 inspections.
The Fyrewise Advantage: Planning for the Long Term
At Fyrewise, we believe fire safety should not only meet today’s requirements but also support long-term building performance, adaptability, and resilience.
Why our approach works:
%u2705 We Solve Problems Before They Cost You
Fire engineering is not just about compliance—it’s about preventing future issues. Our early involvement helps avoid costly redesigns, approval delays, and construction conflicts.
%u2705 We Future-Proof Your Design
Our solutions don’t just tick boxes. We consider future building use, technology upgrades, and changing environmental conditions like bushfire risk or higher occupancy loads.
%u2705 We Align Safety with Functionality
A fire-safe building should also be practical and user-friendly. We aim to preserve the building’s purpose, aesthetic, and usability while achieving fire safety.
Fire Engineering for Every Industry
Fyrewise provides fire engineering services across many industries, including:
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Commercial: Office towers, retail centres, co-working spaces
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Residential: Apartments, townhouses, mixed-use developments
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Healthcare: Hospitals, clinics, aged care facilities
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Education: Schools, colleges, childcare centres
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Industrial: Warehouses, factories, logistics centres
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Hospitality: Hotels, resorts, entertainment venues
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Government & Public: Libraries, transport hubs, council buildings
Each sector has different fire risks, codes, and user behaviours. We tailor our fire engineering solutions to suit those unique requirements.
Collaboration is Key
At Fyrewise, we work as part of your broader project team. We regularly collaborate with:
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Architects
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Building certifiers
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Project managers
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Developers
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Facility managers
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Builders and contractors
We’re known for our clear communication, detailed reporting, and hands-on support throughout all project stages.
Whether it’s submitting a performance-based design to the certifier or attending a construction site to verify systems, we stay involved until the job is done right.
Why Choose Fyrewise?
Here’s why clients across Queensland trust us with their fire engineering needs:
%u2705 Queensland-Based
We understand local risks—from regional bushfire zones to city tower compliance. We’re based in Brisbane and support projects throughout the state.
%u2705 Certified and Experienced
Our team of fire engineers is qualified, insured, and experienced across various project sizes and sectors.
%u2705 Honest, Practical Advice
We don’t overcomplicate. We provide clear, honest advice that focuses on risk reduction, compliance, and buildability.
%u2705 Fast, Responsive Service
We work efficiently, respond quickly, and adapt to your timeline without compromising quality.
%u2705 Committed to Safety
Your safety is our business. Every recommendation we make is backed by science, standards, and a commitment to protecting lives.
Build with Confidence. Build with Fire Engineering.
Whether you’re designing a new building, changing how an old one is used, or upgrading systems to meet current codes, fire engineering can help you do it smarter, safer, and more efficiently.
And Fyrewise is here to help every step of the way.
Fyrewise – Fire Engineering That Supports the Future of Safe Building Design
