29/05/2026
Annual Fire Safety Statement (AFSS) NSW — What Building Owners Need to Know
Every commercial, industrial, and multi-residential building in NSW must lodge an AFSS with council and Fire and Rescue NSW every 12 months. It confirms all essential fire safety measures — alarms, sprinklers, emergency lighting, fire doors, hydrants, and more — have been professionally assessed and are performing to standard.
Key points:
- Due on the anniversary of your last statement each year, with assessments completed in the 3 months prior
- Must be endorsed by an FPAS-accredited fire safety practitioner
- Late or non-lodgement can result in penalty notices, Fire Safety Orders, escalating fines, and even prosecution
- D A Fire Group manages the complete AFSS process for over 1,000 sites across Sydney — from assessment and defect rectification through to lodgement and ongoing compliance tracking.
Read the full guide at dafiregroup.com.au/blog/afss-complete-guide-nsw-2026
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