FPN HTML Template (CFA)
HTML sample FPN for council that in a primarily CFA jurisdiction.
Use this template as a basis for creating your HTML template for generating PDF Fire Prevention Notices to be used with the Fire Prevention Notices module.
Only use this template if you are primarily in a CFA jurisdiction. If you have FRV or both, consider using the HTML Smart Template instead or using a variation with FRV terms.
A sample CFA template is bundled with your system and is tested to work as at V5, however may not contain the most up-to-date information. Templates based on older samples may be out of date and may have problems saving due to updated standards. Use the sample here to help update an existing template or as the basis for a new template.
Refer to Using Sample Templates for usage instructions.
Legal conditions may change (according to applicable laws), including the fine amount, you should always check the text in the schedule/explanatory note reflects the current legislation before publishing. Please advise the service desk if the general text needs updating or if you notice any errors in the template provided.
Please report any errors or omissions to Datalink via the Help Desk.
Template Content
<article>
{*
Fire Prevention Notice mail-merge template.
You may edit the text, but keep merge fields like {$MERGE_DATE}, {$item.Asset.friendly}, etc.
*}
{*
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HEADER: Address (left) and Notice Details (right)
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*}
{* Left: Recipient name and address *}
<p class="left-box">
<strong>I direct:</strong><br />
{*
Address block. If you use windowed envelopes.
*}
{if $overrideOwnerDetails}
{$overrideOwnerDetails|nl2br}
{else}
{$assetContact.fullName}<br />
{$assetContact.address1}<br />
{$assetContact.address2}<br />
{$assetContact.address3} {$assetContact.address4}
{/if}
</p>
{* Right: Notice number, property details *}
<p class="right-box right-text">
<strong>Notice #{$noticeNumber}</strong><br />
Issued {$MERGE_DATE}<br /><br />
<em>The owner or occupier of:</em><br />
{$item.Asset.friendly}<br />
Property No.
{if $item.overridePropertyNumber}
{$item.overridePropertyNumber}
{else}
{$item.Asset.friendlyCode}
{/if}
</p>
{* Space below header (kept for window-envelope positioning) *}
<br /><br />
{*
============================================================
MAIN WARNING BOX
============================================================
*}
{* Main red warning section. Update if penalty or legislation changes. *}
<p class="warning-text warning-box center-text">
<strong>Failure to comply with this notice will result in a fine of $2035.00 being issued.</strong>
<br /><br />
Penalty amounts are determined under the <em>Country Fire Authority Act 1958.</em>
<br />
The amount of a penalty unit increases annually on 1 July under the <em>Monetary Units Act 2006</em>.
</p>
{*
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REQUIRED WORKS
============================================================
*}
<h2>
To do the following work in respect to land at {$item.Asset.friendly} by {$IN_THREE_WEEKS} or {$due}.
</h2>
{* Work conditions – plain text merged from the system *}
<p>
{$conditionsAll}
</p>
{* Special Notes (optional) *}
{if $specialNotes}
<h2>Special Instructions:</h2>
<p>{$specialNotes}</p>
{/if}
<p>
<em>These works are necessary to protect life or property from the threat of fire.</em>
</p>
<p class="warning-text center-text">
If you are unable to complete the work by the due date contact 03 5734 6200.
</p>
{*
============================================================
SIGNATURE BLOCK
============================================================
*}
{* Officer signature and details *}
{$ASSIGNEE_SIGNATURE}<br />
<strong>{$ASSIGNEE_NAME}</strong><br />
{if $ASSIGNEE_SIGNATURE_TEXT}
{$ASSIGNEE_SIGNATURE_TEXT}<br />
{else}
Fire Prevention Officer for Council<br />
{/if}
{$MERGE_DATE}<br />
{*
Alternative table-based signature layout (not currently used).
Keep this for future reference.
*}
{*
<table>
<tr>
<td>Signature:</td>
<td>
{$ASSIGNEE_SIGNATURE}<br />
Date: {$MERGE_DATE}
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Name:<br />
Position:
</td>
<td>
{$ASSIGNEE_NAME}<br />
{$ASSIGNEE_SIGNATURE_TEXT}<br />
Fire Prevention Officer for Council
</td>
</tr>
</table>
*}
{*
============================================================
PAGE TWO (OPTIONAL): EVIDENCE PHOTOS
============================================================
*}
{* Evidence photos page – only appears when $media exists *}
{if $media}
<hr />
<br />
<h1 class="center-text">Evidence</h1>
<p>
{foreach from=$media item="inspectionPhoto"}
<img class="media" src="{$inspectionPhoto}" alt="Inspection photo" />
{/foreach}
</p>
{/if}
{*
============================================================
EXPLANATORY NOTE / LEGAL INFORMATION
============================================================
*}
<hr />
<br />
<h1 class="center-text">Explanatory Note for a Schedule 5 Fire Prevention Notice</h1>
<div class="small-text justify-text">
<h2>Power and Purpose</h2>
<p>
The Municipal Fire Prevention Officer of the Council has the power under section 41 of the
<em>Country Fire Authority Act 1958</em> to issue this notice.
</p>
<p>
The purpose of this notice is to require you to take the necessary steps to protect your life and property,
and that of your neighbours, from the threat of fire.
</p>
<h2>Effect of not complying with this notice</h2>
<p>
If you do not comply with this notice within the time specified or you do not lodge an objection (see below):
</p>
<ul>
<li>
The Municipal Fire Prevention Officer may arrange for the Council, a fire brigade or other contractor to
enter upon your land and take the steps specified in this notice. The Council will then send you an
account for the cost of taking these steps. If you do not pay the account, the Council can take you to
Court to recover the cost including interest (see sections 225 and 232 <em>Local Government Act 1989.</em>)
</li>
</ul>
<p>In addition:</p>
<ul>
<li>
The Municipal Fire Prevention Officer may serve you with a Fire Prevention Infringement Notice requiring
you to pay a penalty of 10 penalty units. Failure to pay may result in further enforcement action.
</li>
</ul>
<p>Or</p>
<ul>
<li>
Proceedings may be taken against you for failure to comply. Penalties can be up to 120 penalty units or
12 months imprisonment (see section 41D(1) <em>Country Fire Authority Act 1958</em>).
</li>
</ul>
<h2>Objection</h2>
<p>
You can object within 7 days (see section 41B <em>Country Fire Authority Act 1958</em>). The Municipal Fire Prevention Officer must confirm, vary or
withdraw the notice within 14 days.
</p>
<h2>Appeals</h2>
<p>
If an objection is not resolved within 14 days, or you disagree with the outcome, you may appeal to the
Chief Officer (see section 41C <em>Country Fire Authority Act 1958</em>).
</p>
<p>Appeals must:</p>
<ol>
<li>Be in writing;</li>
<li>Be lodged within the required 7-day timeframe;</li>
<li>Fully state the grounds of appeal.</li>
</ol>
<p>
The Chief Officer (or delegate) will investigate and then confirm, vary or cancel the notice. You will be
notified in writing.
</p>
<p class="center-text">
<strong>If you have any enquiries, please contact the Municipal Fire Prevention Officer.</strong>
</p>
</div>
</article>
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