fire prevention

"Fire prevention may be accomplished by either removing the source of the firebrand or removing the fuel it may ignite. It is the first line of defence."

Working on Fire firefighters spend time in preparation and regular maintenance of fire breaks and fuel reduction through block burning strategies that use fire as a tool to reduce the risk of wild and veld fires.

Control and maintenance of fire-prone invasive alien plants, fireproofing and fuel reduction by removing fuel load are additional fire prevention strategies. National legislation and local bylaws may be enforced, when landowners are negligent of their duty and responsibilities.