Capabilities
While passive fire remains a key area of specialisation, QLD Building and Fire Services provides broader technical advisory, quality assurance and construction review services across high-rise and multi-residential developments.
Led by Paul’s extensive construction experience, our capabilities extend across structural works, waterproofing, building services, façades, finishes, accessibility and project documentation. We work with builders, developers, consultants and project teams to identify risks early, improve construction quality and prevent costly defects, delays and rework.
Passive Fire Audits Pre-construction, Post Construction desk top reviews:
We provide practical advice and quality reviews across passive fire protection and associated fire services, including:
- Passive fire system review, installation and compliance reviews
- Vermiculite fire protection sprays
- Thin-film and intumescent coating systems
- Penetrations, fire stopping and compartmentation
- Product and system suitability reviews
- Inspection and Test Plan development
- Installation quality assurance and supporting documentation
Waterproofing, Pools and Wet Areas
Waterproofing failures can be difficult and expensive to rectify once construction has progressed. Our reviews consider the complete system, including its design, sequencing, materials and surrounding construction.
- Internal waterproofing systems
- External waterproofing systems
- Podium slabs, planters and balconies
- Roofs and window openings
- Lift wells and basement structures
- Basement waterproofing and drainage
- Pool structures and pool construction
- Pool waterproofing and tiling
- Water-stop angle levels and slab set-downs
- Tiling system compatibility with waterproofing membranes
- Spoon drains and car park drainage
- Flood testing, levels and falls
Structural and Concrete Works
We assist project teams with reviewing structural elements, construction methodology, material selection and workmanship throughout the building process.
- Structural steel
- Formwork inspections
- Reinforcement and steel placement
- Concrete pours
- Shotcrete construction
- Off-form concrete finishes
- Quality inspections of manufacturing plants, moulds and form systems
- Pool structures
- Seismic design and construction reviews
- Corrosion resistance and material durability
Façades, Roofing and External Finishes
Our reviews help ensure external building systems are appropriately selected, detailed, installed and coordinated with surrounding elements.
- Glazing systems
- Glass balustrades
- Window installation
- Window-opening waterproofing
- Render material selection and installation
- Chromatic paint application
- Colorbond roofing and flashings
- External lighting and electrical IP ratings
- Timber decking and material selection
- Corrosion-resistant materials and coatings
- External waterproofing interfaces
Building Services and Performance
Building services must be properly coordinated with the structure, architectural design, fire requirements and intended use of the development.
- Section J energy-efficiency requirements
- Electric vehicle charging provisions
- Fire pumps and hydrants
- Laundry and bathroom exhaust systems
- Exhaust fan and ducting materials
- Mechanical ducting routes and coordination
- Plumbing materials and fittings
- WaterMark compliance
- External electrical installations and IP ratings
- Acoustic quality assurance
- Seismic requirements affecting services and installations
Internal Finishes and Fit-Out
Material selection and installation quality can significantly affect the appearance, durability and long-term performance of a development.
- Kitchen benchtops and cabinetry
- Fixtures and fittings
- Internal waterproofing
- Wet-area tiling systems
- Membrane and tile-system compatibility
- Rendered and painted finishes
- Material durability
- Corrosion resistance
- Acoustic performance and quality assurance
- Constructability and installation sequencing
Accessibility and External Works
Our broader development reviews can also consider the usability, compliance and long-term performance of shared and external areas.
- Disability access requirements under AS 1428
- Accessible paths of travel
- Fixtures and fittings
- Balustrades and glazing
- Landscaping design considerations
- Plant selection
- Timber decking
- Car park drainage
- Spoon drains
- External lighting
- Material durability in exposed environments
Quality Assurance and Project Documentation
Good outcomes depend on clear documentation, defined responsibilities and inspections being completed at the correct stages of construction.
- Development of Inspection and Test Plans
- Project-specific quality assurance systems
- Construction methodology reviews
- Design and documentation reviews
- Hold-point and witness-point planning
- Material and product reviews
- Installation inspections
- Photo and evidence requirements
- Defect and risk registers
- Non-conformance reviews
- Coordination between consultants, builders and trades
- Early identification of buildability and compliance risks
Practical Advice Across the Project Lifecycle
Our involvement can begin during design and continue through procurement, construction and project close-out. Reviews can be tailored to a specific trade, building element, project stage or identified area of risk.
The objective is simple: provide practical, experienced advice that helps project teams make informed decisions, improve quality and address potential problems before they become expensive.
Discuss Your Project
Whether you require passive fire expertise, an independent review of a particular construction system or broader quality assurance across a high-rise or multi-residential development, Global Building & Fire Services can provide a scope suited to your project.
Speak with Paul about your project requirements.
