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20 Years
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Trusted Fire Safety Engineering Solutions in Point Cook
Established in 2006, DelFire brings over 25 years of expertise in fire safety engineering and risk management to protect physical assets across diverse industries. Our team, led by Chartered Professional Engineer John De Lorenzo, delivers tailored solutions for corporations, insurance providers, construction firms, and legal professionals. We specialise in fire risk assessments, third-party commissioning of fire systems, and expert witness services, ensuring compliance with Australian Standards and international codes. Our approach combines technical rigour with impartial advice, prioritising client advocacy and long-term relationships.

With a proven track record in complex projectsfrom mine site fire detection audits to catastrophic loss estimateswe integrate fire engineering with risk management to address statutory requirements and insurer best practices. Our commitment to quality is supported by professional indemnity insurance and collaborations with environmental and safety specialists, ensuring comprehensive, transparent project delivery.
Services
Fire Risk Assessments Third Party Commissioning Expert Witness Services Fire Engineering Risk Management
Details
  • Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
  • We have over 25 years of experience in fire safety and risk management.
  • Our team includes Chartered Professional Engineers with international expertise.
  • We provide impartial technical advice aligned with client needs.
  • We offer third-party oversight of fire systems without conflicts of interest.
  • Our services integrate fire engineering with risk management frameworks.
Associations and certifications
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (Aust)
  • National Professional Engineer Register (NPER)
  • Institute of Engineers (Aust)
  • National Fire Protection Association
  • Fire Protection Association Australia
  • Risk Management Institute of Australia
Services
Fire Risk Assessments
We conduct comprehensive fire risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in fire systems and protocols. Our evaluations align with Australian Standards and insurer requirements, ensuring compliance and safety. Clients receive actionable recommendations to mitigate risks.
Third Party Commissioning
Our third-party commissioning services verify fire system integrity through independent testing. We ensure systems meet design specifications and regulatory standards, avoiding conflicts of interest as we are not installers.
Expert Witness Services
We provide expert witness services for legal cases involving fire safety and risk management. Our reports are grounded in technical analysis and industry standards, supporting litigation and insurance claims.
Fire Engineering
Our fire engineering services include FDS modelling and essential safety measures documentation. We design compliant fire safety solutions integrated with asset protection strategies for new and existing structures.
Risk Management
We assess physical and operational risks to develop mitigation strategies. Our approach combines catastrophic loss estimates with business continuity planning, addressing insurance and regulatory requirements.
People
John De Lorenzo
Owner and Lead Consultant
John is a Chartered Professional Engineer with 25+ years in fire safety and risk management. He specialises in fire engineering, underwriting assessments, and risk improvement projects for global clients.
Questions
What services does DelFire offer?
DelFire provides fire risk assessments, third-party commissioning, expert witness services, fire engineering, and risk management solutions tailored to client needs.
How experienced is DelFire's team?
Our team has over 25 years of experience in fire safety and risk management, led by Chartered Professional Engineer John De Lorenzo.
Do you work with insurance companies?
Yes, we collaborate with insurers on underwriting assessments, catastrophic loss estimates, and risk improvement projects to align with policy requirements.
Are your fire system assessments compliant?
Our assessments adhere to Australian Standards, NFPA codes, and FM Global guidelines, ensuring regulatory and insurer compliance.
Can you assist with business continuity planning?
Yes, we integrate risk management with business continuity strategies, including site hardening assessments and loss estimate reports.