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Smoke Alarm Inspectors

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3351 7730

Address: GPO Box 1862 4001 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.smokealarminspectors.com

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25.01.2022 Another house gone...sending our thoughts to the family

25.01.2022 How will the new laws affect you? For dwellings being sold, leased or an existing lease renewed From 1 January 2017 Existing smoke alarms manufactured more than 10 years ago must be replaced with photoelectric smoke alarms which comply with Australian Standards (AS) 3786-2014. (Note: the date should be stamped on the back) ... Smoke alarms that do not operate when tested must be replaced immediately. Existing hardwired smoke alarms that need replacement, must be replaced with a hardwired photoelectric smoke alarm. It is also recommended that: o smoke alarms be either hardwired or o powered by a non-removable 10-year battery; and o ionisation smoke alarms be replaced with photoelectric type as soon as possible. For the best protection smoke alarms should be installed on each storey: o in every bedroom o in hallways which connect bedrooms and the rest of the dwelling o if there is no hallway, between the bedrooms and other parts of the storey; and o if there are no bedrooms on a storey, at least one smoke alarm should be installed in the most likely path of travel to exit the dwelling. All smoke alarms should be interconnected. To get everyone out safely during a house fire, it is essential to also have a well-practised fire escape plan. Existing landlord’s and tenant’s obligations continue. Property sellers must continue to lodge a Form 24 stating the requirements of the legislation have been met. See New Smoke Alarm Legislation for more details. From 1 January 2022 All homes or units being sold or leased, or existing leases renewed, will require the installation of hardwired photoelectric, interconnected smoke alarms. If a hardwired smoke alarm cannot be installed, non-removable 10-year battery smoke alarms can be installed in place. Smoke alarms in the dwelling must: o be photoelectric (AS3786-2014); and o not also contain an ionisation sensor; and o Be hardwired to the mains power supply with a backup power source (i.e. battery), although dwellings which were existing prior to 1 Jan 2017 can be hardwired or powered by a non-removable 10-year battery, or a combination of both. o be interconnected with every other smoke alarm in the dwelling so all activate together. The legislation requires smoke alarms must be installed in the following locations: o on each storey o in each bedroom o in hallways that connect bedrooms and the rest of the dwelling o if there is no hallway, between the bedroom and other parts of the storey; and o if there are no bedrooms on a storey, at least one smoke alarm must be installed in the most likely path of travel to exit the dwelling. If a smoke alarm which is hardwired to the domestic power supply needs replacement, it must be replaced with a hardwired photoelectric smoke alarm.

24.01.2022 When you sleep, your sense of smell also sleeps. If a fire starts, toxic fumes can overcome you. Photoelectric smoke alarms see smoke and will alert you early, so you can escape. With interconnected alarms, you will be alerted no matter where you are, or where the fire starts.... New legislation specifies the type, positioning, and interconnectedness of alarms, which are critical factors for an early warning and quick escape. As people become more familiar with the new smoke alarm legislation and what is required, QFES advises they should continue to maintain their current smoke alarms and also practice their fire escape plans. If you require any further information regarding the maintenance or installation of your smoke alarms please contact us.

21.01.2022 How will the new laws affect you? For existing dwellings: From 1 January 2017 Existing smoke alarms manufactured more than 10 years ago must be replaced with photoelectric smoke alarms which comply with Australian Standards (AS) 3786-2014. (Note: the date should be stamped on the back)...Continue reading

21.01.2022 Hi all, we have been working very hard here behind the scenes of Smoke Alarm Inspectors and we are now ISO 9001 and ISO 4801 compliant! Our goal is to become certified by July next year! So watch this space!

19.01.2022 How will the new laws affect you? New dwellings and dwellings being substantially renovated: From 1 January 2017 All new homes or units and substantially renovated homes or units that are subject to a building application submitted from 1 January 2017, will require the installation of hardwired, photoelectric interconnected smoke alarms.... Smoke alarms in the dwelling must: o be photoelectric (AS3786-2014); and o not also contain an ionisation sensor; and o be hardwired to the mains power supply with a secondary power source (i.e. battery); and o be interconnected with every other smoke alarm in the dwelling so all activate together. Smoke alarms must be hardwired, or for existing dwellings, they can also be powered by a non-removable 10-year battery. See more

17.01.2022 Since Friday there has been reports of 4 house fires around Australia.....PLEASE, please, PLEASE check your fire alarms that they work! If you are unsure, contact your agent to get a company like ours out to check compliance or you can push the test button and if it doesn't sound get it changed.....The lives of your family are worth it!

17.01.2022 Tough New Smoke Alarm Laws in Queensland New laws mandating the installation of photoelectric smoke alarms in all Queensland homes will make households safer, the State Government says. Laws have been passed to make smoke alarms mandatory in all bedrooms as part of the Government's response to a coroner's report into Australia's worst house fire at Slacks Creek, south of Brisbane, in 2011.... Eleven people, including eight children, died when fire tore through the Logan property. The house was fitted with two smoke alarms but neither had worked for several years. Queensland smoke alarm law rollout: By January 1, 2017: All new dwellings or substantially renovated properties By January 2022: All dwellings sold or leased; all Government-owned housing By January 2027: All domestic dwellings Emergency Services Minister Bill Byrne said the legislation passed overnight also required the smoke alarms to be interconnected, and either hardwired or fitted with a 10-year battery to ensure they gave people the best chance of survival. Mr Byrne said says the laws would be phased in over 10 years. "On the 1st of January 2017, photoelectric alarms will be required to be installed in homes any time a smoke alarm is being replaced or a new one is being installed in any way," he said. "The evidence is overwhelming that interconnected smoke alarms and installing them in bedrooms greatly increases the chances of families escaping from fires unharmed. "The Palaszczuk Government will not sit back while more Queensland families are torn apart by house fires." The Opposition supported mandating the smoke alarms but raised concern that the time frame could put financial pressure on households.

16.01.2022 This could've been much worse if their smoke alarms weren't working....

13.01.2022 So sad to hear of another fire this morning in Sydney. Our thoughts are with the family of the man who lost his life. CHECK YOUR FIRE ALARMS are in working order

11.01.2022 Well done to our sales team for securing another agency for 2 years! GO TEAM!

09.01.2022 We have been working hard here at Smoke Alarm Inspectors & are pleased to announce another agency has signed on with us! It's certainly exciting times here & we are loving getting to know our new clients.

07.01.2022 We here at Smoke Alarm Inspectors ensure we do our part for the community and support charities. This year we are supporting Neighbourhood Watch Australasia and the Qld Street Smart Handbook which supports teenagers in the community. The Streetsmart initiative aims to educate our youth on the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse, depression , health, bullying and social behaviour in the community. This program is fully supported by Neighbourhood Watch Australasia who work closely with Police and the local community with a goal of bringing people together to create a safe, connected and inclusive community.

05.01.2022 Another house fire at Coolum. Please, please ensure you have working smoke alarms that meet legislation! If you are unsure why not give us a call! That 44 year old should still be with us. May they rest in peace. Again if you are unsure we are happy to have a discussion with you 07 3351 7730. Call us now!

05.01.2022 We want to thank all of our customers for an outstanding year! We have worked hard this year & have been able to sign up another agency to close out this year. Our office will be closed from Monday 19 December until Tuesday 3 January 2017.... From our family to yours we wish you all a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

03.01.2022 It is almost Christmas, which means that the new legislation will come into effect from 1 January 2017. If you are a Landlord will your properties meet the new requirements? As a Property Manager are you aware of the new requirements for all rental properties?... Don't delay! Call us today so we can walk you through the new requirements to ensure your Landlords become compliant.

03.01.2022 Melbourne house fire because of smoke alarms not working. Thank goodness no one was hurt. CHECK YOUR SMOKE ALARMS! Even if you are renting you need to ensure your alarms work. If they don't, call your agent for correction immediately. If you are a home owner go check your alarms now!

02.01.2022 Do you have an evacuation plan for your home? In a fire, you may only have a few minutes from the sounding of the smoke alarm to when your life is seriously threatened by fire or smoke. It is very important that you prepare and practice an escape plan, that everyone knows what the smoke alarm sounds like, and that everyone in the household knows what to do in an emergency.... Email us if you would like more information and handy tips on developing your home evacuation plan at [email protected] or call us on 3351 7730