Bush Fire Bunkers – Choosing The Safest One!

There are many types of Bush Fire Bunkers nowadays. These Bunkers vary widely in both price and sophistication, ranging from a hole in the ground lined with timber or sandbags, converted shipping containers to purpose built Fire Bunkers constructed from reinforced concrete and fire rated materials.

In the past it was commonly held that a shelter was only required during the initial passing of the fire front, a period of about fifteen minutes during which the radiant heat reached it’s peak. Experts studying the effects of Black Saturday however estimate that in some areas this radiant heat effect would have remained fatal for up to two hours. Bearing this in mind anyone considering purchasing a shelter should be certain that their shelter can withstand prolonged exposure to intense heat and also provide an adequate supply of clean air.

Without proper Australian Standards for Bush Fire Bunkers, you owe it to yourself and family to make sure any Fire Bunker passes these requirements before purchasing one.

1. All Fully Fire Rated Materials used and have Australian Standards certificates

2. Fully Airtight and Smoke Proof Design.

3. LARGE Capacity to allow for maximum Air Volume, reduce anxiety from confined spaces, accomodate any additional people who may be present AND ensure You are further from the Radiant heat source!

4. AT LEAST 400-900mm under the ground for ALL non Fire Door structure, i.e. the concrete is not exposed to direct radiant heat.

5. Fire Proof Viewing Panel that has Thermal rating of 3 or more hours!

6. Choice of TOP or SIDE Entry Bush Fire Bunkers for maximum safety and suitability.

7. MINIMUM Exposure points, i.e. NO Vents, NO Potential FAILURE points that can let heat or smoke in and Air OUT!

These are just some of the CRITCAL features you need to be aware of and make sure you double check before purchasing any Bush Fire Bunker!

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