Published: 26th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Can a Body Corporate Enter Your Lot for Fire Safety Checks?
Updated: 26th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Stefan Bauer
Stefan Bauer is an experienced fire safety professional with a proven background in auditing, compliance inspections, and building fire safety management. Over his career, he has conducted comprehensive audits across commercial, residential, and industrial properties, ensuring alignment with Australian Standards and statutory obligations. His expertise includes fire system testing, maintenance reviews, and performance-based compliance solutions. Operating as an independent third-party auditor, Stefan delivers impartial assessments that support building owners, managers, and contractors in meeting regulatory requirements while enhancing overall safety outcomes. He is recognised for his methodical approach, attention to detail, and ability to provide clear, actionable recommendations. Certifications & Registrations: - Licensed Fire Protection Certifier / Auditor – QBCC (Queensland Building and Construction Commission) - Accredited Practitioner with FPA Australia (Fire Protection Association Australia) - Workplace health and Safety Officer qualifications
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Do You Need Approval to Drill Into a Fire Wall for a TV Installation?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
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QLD: What Are a Body Corporate Committee’s Fire Safety and Inspection Responsibilities?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
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Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
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Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
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Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Can a Fire-Rated Door Be Trimmed Without Affecting Fire Safety Compliance?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Can Smart Locks Be Used on Apartment Egress Doors Without Breaching Fire Safety Rules?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: What Are the Responsibilities of a Fire Warden in a Body Corporate Building?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Do Fire Doors Still Need Replacing If a Building Has an Occupation Certificate in Queensland?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Can You Install a Draft Stopper on a Fire Door Without Breaching Fire Regulations?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Do Queensland’s Stricter Fire Safety Laws Really Just Increase Costs for Body Corporates?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Are Evacuation Diagrams Legally Required for Older Body Corporate Buildings in Queensland?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Why Are Fire Doors Non-Compliant in a Three-Year-Old Complex?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Fire Doors Approved in 1999: Do Later Modifications Make Them Non-Compliant?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Fire Door Compliance After 20 Years: Have the Standards Changed?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Fire Door Stops Identified During Inspection: Are They Legally Required?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Can a Body Corporate Lock a Fire Exit Gate?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Do Older Buildings Need to Meet Current Fire Extinguisher Requirements?
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
Stefan Bauer
Published: 24th Mar 2026 | 0 Comments
QLD: Legal Risks of Fire Safety Measures in Class 1A Community Title Schemes
Updated: 25th Mar 2026
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