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6 Frequently Asked Questions about “Canberra Energy Storage Fire Fighting System”

Does AFAC recommend a fire safety strategy for a battery energy storage system?

(see full document attached below) This is AFAC guidance to industry stakeholders for the development of an overall strategy for fire safety at a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Power Grid Connected Installation. AFAC recommends the development of a fire safety strategy for the installation.

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What is AFAC guidance for a battery energy storage system?

5 February 2025, Version 1.0 by the Alternative and Renewable Energy Technologies Technical Group, and the Built Environment Technical Group. This is AFAC guidance to industry stakeholders for the development of an overall strategy for fire safety at a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Power Grid Connected Installation.

What is a fire safety strategy?

A fire safety strategy is a set of measures that deliver the overall objectives for fire safety, including designing for adequate response to potential fire and/or water inundation. Thus, the strategy must be developed with consideration to the emergency response capabilities through engagement with the jurisdictional fire and emergency service.

Does AFAC recommend a fire safety strategy?

AFAC recommends the development of a fire safety strategy for the installation. A fire safety strategy is a set of measures that deliver the overall objectives for fire safety, including designing for adequate response to potential fire and/or water inundation.

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