Fire Safety Schedule (FSS) in NSW
A Fire Safety Schedule (FSS) is the list of fire safety measures for a building, and it drives what must be assessed and reported in statements. This page explains it and links the official template.
What a Fire Safety Schedule (FSS) is in NSW, why it matters, and how to organise measures for AFSS and supplementary statements.
Quick answer
An FSS lists the fire safety measures for a building and their assessment/performance requirements. It’s the backbone of your AFSS and any supplementary statements.
Why it matters
If your measures aren’t organised (and matched to the schedule), you’ll waste time and risk errors at statement time. A clean register that mirrors the schedule is the fastest way to stay on top of compliance.
How to organise your measures
- Create a register that mirrors the schedule measure-by-measure
- Track frequency (annual vs supplementary intervals)
- Attach evidence per measure
- Keep a log of who assessed what and when
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- AFSS lodgement checklist (NSW)
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FAQs
Do all FSS have to use a standard template?
NSW has an approved Fire Safety Schedule (FSS) template published by the NSW Government. Confirm applicability to your building and schedule history using NSW Planning guidance.
Where do I find my building’s Fire Safety Schedule?
It’s commonly issued as part of certification/occupation processes or by council orders/undertakings. If you don’t have it, check building records or contact the relevant authority.
Does an FSS tell me when supplementary statements are needed?
If your schedule includes critical measures, it may specify more frequent intervals, which relate to supplementary fire safety statements.
Official references
These links help you verify details with primary sources. (We don’t control third‑party sites.)
| Source | Link |
|---|---|
| NSW Government — Fire Safety Schedule (FSS) template page | Open |
| NSW Planning Portal — Fire safety certification (FSS requirements) | Open |