The Fire Protection Industry (ODS & SGG) Board

The Fire Protection Industry (ODS & SGG) Board (the Board) administers the fire protection division of the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Regulations 1995 (the Regulations) on behalf of the Australian Government.

Functions of the Board include:

• Identification, promotion, and support of 'best practice' activities throughout the fire protection industry.
• Management of the permit and licensing system to ensure applicants meet minimum standards of competency prior to granting of Extinguishing Agent Handling Licences (EAHL) and Extinguishing Agent Trading Authorisations (EATA).
• Implementation of effective communication and consultation with the fire protection industry to encourage and facilitate regulatory compliance.
• Development and distribution of ozone depleting substance and synthetic greenhouse gas (ODS & SGG) learning and assessment resources to support those working in the fire protection industry.
• Undertaking review and audit activities to ensure fire protection industry compliance with the Ozone Protection and Synthetic Greenhouse Gas Management Act 1989 (the Act).

Recent News

FPIB launches Alternative Technology Recognition Program 

2 MARCH 2021

The FPIB is pleased to advise that nominations are now open for the newly created Alternative Technology Recognition Program. The program aims to recognise businesses that have transitioned away from using scheduled extinguishing substances (ozone depleting substances and synthetic greenhouse gases) in favour of cleaner alternatives. The program extends to decommissioning a system that used a scheduled substance. If you are interested in nominating your business or a business you have completed work for as a contractor, please complete the nomination form and send to ozone@fpib.com.au

Updated Good Practice Guide now available

8 FEBRUARY 2021

The FPIB has updated its Good Practice Guide - a useful resource for fire technicians and companies seeking best practice advice when it comes to the use of scheduled agents in gaseous fire suppression systems and portable extinguishers. The updated guide provides greater clarity around the definitions of what is legally required of fire technicians and companies, compared to what is considered purely best practice. You can download a copy of the updated version here.

2021 permit application fees released

21 DECEMBER 2020

The fire protection industry permit application fees will increase by 1.354 per cent from 1 January 2021. The following table shows the permit fees and durations for 2020 and 2021.