About
Smoke Alarm
Working smoke alarms or detectors are compulsory in all rental homes. New smoke alarms must be photoelectric and have a long battery life, or be hard-wired.
Smoke alarms must be installed:
within 3 metres of each bedroom door, or in every room where a person sleeps
in each level or storey of a multi-storey or multi-level home
in all rental homes, boarding houses, rental caravans, and self-contained sleep-outs.
All new smoke alarms must:
be photoelectric
have a battery life of at least eight years, or be hard-wired
installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions
meet international standards.
Landlords must ensure smoke alarms:
are working at the start of each new tenancy
remain in working order during the tenancy
If landlords don’t meet their obligations, they could face financial penalties of up to $7,200.
Concact us today to:
check all smoke alarms in your property
install new smoke alarms
sign up for annual smoke alarm service to ensure it is always compliant.