Forest Fire Self-Protection Plan

What a Forest Fire Self-Protection Plan is
A Forest Fire Self-Protection Plan sets out the preventive measures and response protocol an installation, development or activity located in a wildfire-risk zone must adopt to reduce the risk of fire ignition and spread, and to ensure an effective response in the event of a wildfire. In Spain, it is mandatory for developments, industrial installations, campsites and other activities located within the wildland-urban interface, under regional wildfire prevention regulation.
What it includes
- Wildfire risk assessment of the surrounding area, considering vegetation, topography and the area's fire history.
- Passive self-protection measures: perimeter fuel management strips, safety distances, fire-resistant construction materials.
- On-site firefighting resources: hydrants, water tanks, first-response equipment available at the installation.
- Evacuation and shelter plan in the event of a nearby wildfire.
- Coordination with regional wildfire services.
When it is mandatory
It is required for developments and population centres in high wildfire-risk areas, industrial or renewable energy installations located within the wildland-urban interface, campsites, and other activities specifically regulated by regional wildfire prevention rules, which vary significantly between Spanish regions.
Why choose Ideas Medioambientales
We draft Forest Fire Self-Protection Plans with forestry engineers specialising in wildfire risk management, tailoring measures to the specific regional regulation and to the real characteristics of the forest environment.
Tell us about your installation's or development's location and characteristics and we'll advise you on your wildfire self-protection obligations.
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It's more than enough time to have an overview of your needs and recommend the best route forward. Here there is a summary of the steps we will follow.

