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BAL Ratings
What are they and how do they impact your build
The BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) rating system is a system used in Australia to assess the level of risk a building has in terms of bushfires. It takes into account factors such as the slope of the land, the vegetation surrounding the building, and the type of construction materials used. The rating ranges from BAL-LOW to BAL-FZ (Flame Zone), with BAL-FZ being the highest level of risk. The rating helps determine what building standards and construction requirements are needed to make a building as safe as possible during a bushfire.
How can we help :
Our team of experts will provide experienced building knowledge and can help you understand how to keep costs down whilst still meeting compliance. Whether you have a BAL-LOW or a BAL-FZ, our team will provide you with the necessary building standards and construction requirements to make your home as safe as possible during a bushfire. Don’t wait until it’s too late.
Ratings and how they work
Bush Fire Attack Level
| BAL | Description of risk |
|---|---|
| BAL – LOW | Lowest risk from a potential fire. |
| BAL – 12.5 | Risk is primarily from potential embers during a fire. |
| BAL – 19 | Moderate risk, particularly from embers and burning debris. |
| BAL – 29 | High risk, particularly from embers, debris and heat. |
| BAL – 40 | Very high risk. Likely to be impacted by embers, debris, heat and potentially flames. |
| BAL – FZ | Extreme risk. Directly exposed to the flames of a potential fire front. |