SESSIONS

AS 1851-2012

Unlock the Key to AS 1851 Compliance

AS 1851 is the cornerstone of routine service for fire protection systems, ensuring they remain effective and operational. This essential standard outlines the inspection, testing, and maintenance requirements for critical fire safety assets, helping building owners and facility managers meet their legal obligations while enhancing life safety and asset protection.

Join our session to gain expert insights into AS 1851, including common compliance pitfalls, practical implementation strategies, and how to navigate regulatory expectations. Whether you’re a fire safety professional, building owner, or facility manager, this session will provide the knowledge and confidence to stay ahead in fire protection compliance. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your expertise—register now!

Simon Rickard

National Technical Manager, FPA Australia

With more than 35+ years of experience in the Fire Industry throughout Australia and Europe, Simon has developed a high level of Operational Management & Business acumen associated with the Fire Protection and Essential Safety Measures industry.

This international experience has offered a foundational grounding in varying best practices, techniques, and methods of operations utilised in and beyond Australia. Simon’s career has been built upon a consistent commitment to supporting those involved with him professionally – be it clients or staff, with the emphasis on the technical aspects associated with Fire Protection.

Glenn Talbot

Managing Director, Verified

Glenn Talbot is the founder and Managing Director of Verified, Australia’s leading SaaS solution for managing risk and safety, building compliance, work permit, visitor management, and delivery verification. He has been General Manager of some of Australia’s leading service providers, has managed manufacturing facilities in Australia and New Zealand, and been responsible for national and international product distribution. He holds an Associate Diploma in Applied Science and remains as an Independent Chair for Australian Standards, Chairing committee FP-001, the committee responsible for the development of AS 1851 “Routine Service of fire protection systems and equipment”. He has been a volunteer Board member and President of a successful not-for-profit industry association.

John Lynch

General Manager Business Services, Wormald

John has been working in the fire Industry for 26 years, with the last 23 years working at Wormald.

In his current role at Wormald his areas of responsibility cover, Australian Standards representation, TAC representation by Wormald team members, CEO of the Wormald Registered Training Organisation, Fleet, Marketing, Distribution Services and Procurement.

He is currently the Chair of TAC 1 which covers the maintenance area of fire protection systems and equipment (AS1851) and is the current FPA Australia representative on the Standards Australia FP 001 Committee. He has also been a member of TAC 3/7 (extinguishers, fire blankets, and fire hose reels) for the last 15 years.

He has previously been a co-opted Director of the Fire Protection Association of Australia, and also was a member of the Federal Department of Communications and the Arts – Fire alarm and lift phone migration committee (migration to the NBN), and also the Fire alarm migration (migration to the NBN) working group.

John also holds qualifications in Marketing, and Business Administration.

Jody Aldag

Director , Fire Matrix

Jody Aldag is a seasoned expert in the fire industry, bringing over 39 years of experience to his field.

As the owner of Extreme Fire Solutions and Fire Matrix Pty Ltd, Jody plays a key role in site audits, APFS endorsements, and providing expert guidance on the BCA/NCC and Australian Standards. He also represents Fire Matrix and Extreme Fire Solutions in various Technical Advisory Committees (TAC).

A qualified APFS, Jody leads his teams in Fire Matrix to delivering exceptional customer service through client education and system compliance. His commitment to life safety ensures that communities benefit from reliable and effective fire protection solutions.