A tactile model for training, discussion and shared learning
The Bushfire Model provides a practical way to create bushfire scenarios, run tabletop exercises, and encourage shared learning during training and brigade activities.
Training
Supports training discussions, activities, and demonstrations.
Scenario Exercises
Provides a practical way to create and facilitate bushfire scenario exercises.
Sharing Experience
Supports the sharing of firefighting experience and mentoring.
Designed by firefighters for firefighters
The Bushfire Model is a practical training tool used by volunteer brigades, trainers and agencies across Australia for training, scenario exercises and sharing firefighting experience.
Using a flexible landscape and different fireground elements, crews can create bushfire scenarios, share experience and build a shared understanding.
Registered Australian Design
See it in action
Firefighters use the model for training—working through scenarios, sharing experience, and improving decision‑making together.
Firefighters working through fireground decisions in a structured scenario
Crews discussing strategies
Simulating fire spread and suppression strategies
Integrated into structured training
Used by brigades and trainers across Australia
Supporting training across multiple states and operational environments.
Used by volunteer brigades and trainers across Australia.
Used in brigade training, fire agency courses and scenario exercises.
In use since 2016 and continually refined through real training environments.
Map shows the indicative distribution of Bushfire Models across Australia.
Markers indicate areas of use, many locations use multiple kits.
Feedback from brigades and trainers across Australia:
“These kits have changed the way we train and assess. They make sessions more realistic, and engaging." — Trainer
“The crew were still talking about the session days afterwards; it made a real impression.”
— Chief Bushfire Control Officer
“A fantastic idea. We use it for different scenarios from bushfire to HAZMAT”
— Captain, Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service
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Practical | Proven | Effective
For more than a decade, brigades across Australia have used the Bushfire Model as a practical tool for training exercises, scenario discussion, and knowledge sharing.
Since its introduction in 2016, the model has been used by brigades and fire agencies to provide clear, hands‑on learning; helping crews better understand fire behaviour, and suppression strategies.
Why the Bushfire Model Works
Supports All Learning Styles
The Bushfire Model turns complex bushfire behaviour and operational concepts into something that can be seen, moved and discussed. Whether students learn best by seeing, doing, or working through scenarios, it gives everyone a practical way to engage and build understanding.
Exploring Decision-Making in Training
By working through scenarios with trainers and experienced firefighters, participants can explore how changing conditions influence priorities and decisions.
Practice Tough Calls Without Real‑World Risk
Crews can work through different scenarios, and learn from outcomes without the risks associated with actual incidents. This provides a safe environment to test strategies, build confidence, and refine decision‑making.
Highly Engaging and Collaborative
The model naturally brings people together. Participants gather around the scenario, move elements, discuss strategies, and work through solutions as a team — creating an interactive learning environment.
Builds Capability at All Levels
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New firefighters build understanding and confidence
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Experienced firefighters share insights, discuss reasoning and refine skills
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Trainers facilitate discussion, run exercises and guide decision‑making
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Leaders mentor and provide feedback
The Bushfire Model enables firefighters to share knowledge, test understanding, and learn through practical scenarios.
A range of models and specialist kits are available for training and exercises across Rural Fire, Fire and Rescue and State Emergency Service applications. Explore the available options in our Buyer's Guide.
Ordering is as simple as contacting us to discuss your needs. We can help you select the most suitable model or provide a quote for a customised package.