CFS Codes for alarm charging

Refer to Schedule 18 in the Fire and Emergency Services Regulations 2021 for the CFS cost detail.

Note: With the exception of point 2 of Schedule 18, fees listed do not include GST which must be added.


Code	Type of activation	Charge
False Alarms
702	Alarm activates due to extreme weather conditions - storm, lightning, thunder, heat, etc Only use in storm event. Not if just raining.	No Charge
706	Council or SA Water causes pressure fluctuations through mains Refilling has caused water fluctuations in adjacent building's sprinkler system (could expect more than one event at the same time). If pressure equalisation use code 734.	No Charge
707	Alarm activation due to power surge/spike or short circuit An external anomaly in the power supply to the building has caused the operation of the fire alarm. Other electrical equipment has been affected (computers, lights, etc).	No Charge
708	Unable to locate detector indicated by fire panel Building or detector additions have occurred without changes to the Fire Alarm block plans. Possible system fault.	Charge
Malicious/Mischievous False Alarms
711	Malicious or mischievous damage to MCPs or detectors/sprinkler heads Deliberate act to interfere with detection equipment, due to lack of security. Consider prosecution under Section 135 FES Act.	Charge
Suspected Malfunctions
730	Fire Indicator Panel in normal condition on arrival including panel reset This may indicate that there is a fault or management has reset the alarm - if you suspect this please record it in your comments section, and raise the issue with onsite management.	Charge
734	Sprinkler suspected malfunction - includes water pressure fluctuations/equipment faults (internal pressure issues). Insufficient pressure above alarm valve due to a lack of maintenance (causing leaks), no automatic jacking pump installed.	Charge
737	Fire Indicator Panel - normal on arrival - line fault/open line Problem due to damage to Telstra line to CFS monitoring centre, i.e., events over which building owner/occupier has no control. If communications indicate reset prior to arrival use 730.	No Charge
738	Fire Indicator Panel - malfunction - fault in panel, inadequate maintenance, low battery This equipment is the property of the building owner/occupier who is responsible for maintenance (AS1851).	Charge
739	Nothing found / Alarm System suspected malfunction This equipment is the property of the building owner/occupier who is responsible for maintenance (AS1851).	Charge
747	Detector suspected malfunction This equipment is the property of the building owner/occupier who is responsible for maintenance (AS1851).	Charge
Simulated Conditions with no fire
751	Smoke detector operated (no fire) - external smoke, eg, bushfires, rubber burnouts, etc External smoke causing the operation of alarm, beyond control of the building owner/occupier (fire next door, lawn mower, road works etc).	No Charge
752	Heat detector operated (no fire) - heat from other location Heat causing activation from non-fire source (oven, autoclave, radiator, motor vehicle etc). Suggests poor location of detector/s.	Charge
756	Cooking fumes - toast, foodstuffs, etc Unsuitable or non-maintained ventilation equipment, incorrect detector type/location or cooking in an inappropriate area.	>1/60days
758	Simulated conditions - incense, candles, sparklers, smoke machine, etc Avoidable operation of fire alarm system. Note:* some premises have written approval for circuit isolation prior to use of smoke machines in venues. Refer Building Fire Safety Unit.*	Charge
Unintentional Alarms - Not Involving a suspected malfunction
762	Accidental operation of alarm, includes where human activity has simulated a fire situation Detector operated inadvertently by human action, e.g., MCP knocked, vehicle knocks sprinkler head, diesel/petrol vehicles near doorway, etc.	>1/60days
763	Failure to notify when testing or incorrect test by servicing company personnel Alarms contractor has failed to place system into test to conduct repairs or maintenance on system. Could also have touched terminals inside panel or isolated incorrect area prior to work.	Charge
764	Incorrect testing by premises staff or maintenance staff Consideration has been given (for additional waived attendances) to allow staff to train with the operation of their fire alarm panel.	>3/60days
765	Alarm activation by outside tradesman/occupier activities Work carried out in building by internal/external contractors or building owners/occupiers. Worksite briefing prior to work?	Charge
766	Alarm activation due to poor building maintenance - dust, cobwebs, insects, etc Building owner/occupier has failed to sustain reasonable standards of maintenance in accordance with AS1851.	Charge
767	Alarm activation due to aerosol use - hairspray, insecticides, deodorant, etc Building occupiers/staff should be trained in the risks of and be aware of the use of sprays adjacent to detectors.	Charge
768	Alarm activation due to steam - shower, bath, sauna, urn/kettle, etc Alarm system has been designed and installed but is not "fit for purpose" as required by Australian Standards.	Charge
Monitored Alarm System - Fire Indicator Panel
772	FIP activated - ASE not activated management rang/bell ringing There is a system fault if not operating correctly. Monitoring equipment owned by and required to be maintained by owner/occupier.	Charge
773	FIP not activated - ASE activated System fault if it is not operating correctly. Monitoring equipment (fire indicator panel and ASE) is the property of the customer and required to be maintained by owner/occupier.	Charge
Private Alarm Systems
745	False alarm call-outs by Private Security Company - domestic premise (alarm 00/000) Follow by previous code to identify reason for alarm.	Charge
746	False alarm call-outs by Private Security Company - commercial premises (alarm 99/999) Follow by previous code to identify reason for alarm.	Charge
Unmonitored Fire Alarms - Domestic Only
741	Sprinkler suspected malfunction	No Charge
742	Smoke detector suspected malfunction	No Charge
743	Heat detector suspected malfunction	No Charge