It’s important to understand that bags are only fireproof to a certain degree, this is not just for the fire safe bag, but for all so called ‘fire proof bags’. Laboratories in Australia tested the Fire-SAFE fireproof bag for documents and showed it withstood 1100°C for 3 Minutes and 35 seconds when exposed to direct heat. It’s important to note that when left in a fire for extended periods of time, none of the fireproof document bags on earth can withstand the rising heat radiance. The products you will find when searching for fireproof bags Australia are all fire resistant/fire retardant products. While the fire safe emergency bag is the closest thing you’ll find to a fireproof document bag in Australia, when exposed to an inferno it will not be able to withstand the temperature. It would however, have a better chance of protecting your items longer due to its added functionality like internal stitching. To buy online click here. 

The vast majority of these ‘fire proof document bags’ are inferior in terms of quality. We invested considerable resources into creating the closest thing users will find to a true fireproof pouch/fireproof document bag. In our initial tests we found that the external stitching on these bags (while easier and more cost effective for us to manufacture) was a fire hazard for this fire resistant bag. Steady in our resolve to create the closest product possible to the ‘fire proof bag’ people desired, we reengineered the product to move the stitching to the inside. This results in a much safer product and enhances its capability as a fire resistant solution. To buy online click here. 

During a bushfire, you may not have the time, or the frame of mind required to build, arrange and pack a functional bug out bag. We provide an additional layer of protection, a fireproof bag specifically designed as the last line of defence. If you bug-out and run, then our fire resistant bag may save those documents you need to prove ownership, or claim insurance.

We have years of experience in the preparedness game, and as we have seen in forest fires rip across states at lightning speed. One scenario that is rarely anticipated is that you may not have access to your car. If this happens, and the fire takes it, you may want to have your license and registration, in the glove compartment of your car, where it is both accessible during everyday travel – and can keep your valuables safer when you aren’t nearby.

The CDC says ‘Be Prepared’ – COVID-19 was just on the horizon when they issued that statement. It was at this moment that most of us realized just how unprepared we were.

We believe you should be ready for the next catastrophic event, not wishing you were prepared.

We help in preparing go-bags with a list of items specific to fire.

 SUPPLY LIST: [1]

AIR SUPPLY

• Air Filtration Masks – AT LEAST 1 PER USER. – We recommend 3M N95 reusable masks. [2]

WATER AND WATER FILTRATION

• Portable filtration system [3]
• We would also recommend a bottle of chilled water in the refrigerator that is rotated into your normal water consumption cycle. If it is left behind then no foul, but it’s a smart move to have it there if you need it.

FOOD

• Rations and a fishing kit 
• Cookies
• A bush cooking kit / gasless fire starter kit.
• Basic food utensils

FIRST AID

• • Burn gel
  • Antibiotic ointment
  • Antiseptic wipes
  • anti-bacterial wipes.
  • Painkillers
  • Gauze pads
  • Sunscreen
  • Bush Insect Repelant
  • Medical gloves
  • Instrument kit: A kit filled with necessary medical instruments and supplies can be useful in a myriad of ways. A comprehensive kit should include scissors, forceps, safety pins, and medical tape.
  • Bandages and Band-Aid
  • First aid instructions: It’s all well and good to have a comprehensive first aid kit, but what about situations in which instructive care is needed? A good bug out bag should include first aid instructions, including CPR tips, and steps required for other basic injury care.

In our opinion, when you are faced with a forced evacuation it is wise to keep a photocopy of your passports and insurance, as well as copies of emergency contact details.

WHICH SUPPLIES ARE IN YOUR FIRST AID KIT?

A complete list can be found here [4] and here [5]

WHY DO WE NEED EMERGENCY KITS?

People have been surprised by emergencies such as bush fire since the dawn of civilization, those that were prepared were more likely to survive – survival of the fittest sometimes means survival of the smartest. A home emergency kit provides another layer of protection for your valuables, an additional step to ensure the security of your property, and sometimes necessary documents. 

WHAT ELSE CAN I DO TO ENSURE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS?

Red Cross dot org provides a comprehensive process assisting in your preparedness for a myriad of evacuation scenarios . Check them out here [6]

References:

[1] https://unchartedsupplyco.com/blogs/news/bug-out-bag-checklist

[2]https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/company-us/search/?Ntt=6200dd

[3] https://www.backcountry.com/msr-miniworks-ex-ceramic-water-filter

[4] https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/first-aid-kit-checklist

[5] https://firstaidkitsaustralia.com.au/first-aid-kits/softpacks-backpacks-trauma

[6] https://www.redcross.org.au/prepare