Get Application For An Industrial General Permit In The Metropolitan District - Mfb Vic Gov

Filling out the Application for an Industrial General Permit in the Metropolitan District is essential for businesses seeking permission to conduct activities that require a fire permit. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to help you complete the form online with confidence.

Follow the steps to complete your permit application online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by providing your company or business name in the designated field. Ensure the name matches your official registration to avoid any discrepancies.
3. Enter the complete company or business address, including the postcode, in the appropriate section. This information is crucial for associating the permit with the correct location.
4. Provide the name of the responsible officer overseeing the application. This should be an individual who is authorized to act on behalf of the company.
5. In the next field, enter the title or position of the responsible officer. This indicates their role within the organization.
6. State a contact phone number that is available 24 hours a day along with a preferred email address or fax number for communication purposes.
7. Specify the address of the work site within the metropolitan district. It’s advisable to refer to a street directory for accurate boundary information.
8. Describe the nature of the work site, specifying whether it is industrial, commercial, or residential, and provide details about the surrounding area and topography.
9. Indicate the type of work that will be carried out at the site, such as welding or grinding. Clarity in this section helps assess the permit requirements.
10. Select the days or period for which you are seeking the permit, ensuring it aligns with your planned operations.
11. Explain why a fire in the open air is necessary for your operations on days of total fire ban. This explanation is critical for permit approval.
12. Outline the firefighting equipment available at the site and any additional fire safety precautions or prevention measures that will be implemented.
13. Acknowledge your awareness of the provisions of the Country Fire Authority Act 1958 (Section 40) by ticking the corresponding box.
14. Confirm your understanding that conditions will apply if the permit is granted, and tick the box to indicate your agreement.
15. Acknowledge that possessing this permit does not absolve you from liability for injuries or damages caused by fire escape as a result of the work carried out, and tick the box.
16. Have the responsible officer sign and date the application at the indicated section.
17. Remember that the application should be lodged at only one district office. Append any necessary additional material.
18. Email the completed application to TFBpermits@mfb.vic.gov.au with ‘suburb’ or ‘various work sites across the metropolitan district’ in the subject line. Alternatively, send it to the respective MFB district office.

Complete your application online today to ensure a seamless permitting process.