AS 1851 is a critical part of maintaining safe, compliant commercial buildings and protecting occupants, tenants, and assets. With the standard becoming mandatory in NSW from February 2026, commercial property owners and managers must ensure fire safety systems are maintained, tested, and documented in line with AS 1851. Understanding system requirements, maintenance intervals, and compliance responsibilities helps reduce legal, operational, and financial risk.

Under reforms to Fire Safety regulations, the NSW Government is making the fire safety standard AS1851-2012 - Routine service of fire...