Commonly asked questions about Fire Restrictions and days of Total Fire Ban: Can I have a barbecue, light a campfire or light a fire for warmth or comfort? I am a caterer. Can I set up and light a fire to operate a barbecue or a spit at outdoor functions? Can I light a fire in the open air for burning off grass, stubble, weeds, undergrowth or other vegetation? Can I drive a vehicle in places where the vehicle will be in contact with crops, grass, stubble, weeds, undergrowth or other vegetation? Can I use an incinerator? Can I carry out welding, grinding, soldering or gas cutting? Can I use machinery with an internal combustion or heat engine, such as tractors, slashers, excavating or road making equipment within 9 metres of any crops, grass, stubble, weeds, undergrowth or other vegetation? Can I use a chainsaw, plant or grass trimmer or lawn mower? * All information above is linked directly to the Official CFA web site http://www.cfa.vic.gov.au