Triforce Electrical and Air supplies and installs smoke alarms for homeowners in Brisbane, Bayside and the Gold Coast’s northern suburbs.
Smoke alarm safety is vital – the health and welfare of your family, pets and assets, are all dependent on the installation of updated and operative smoke alarms in your home.
It’s vital that you comply with Queensland Smoke Alarm Legislation and have your alarms expertly installed by an electrician. Triforce are smoke alarm specialists, we understand the relevant QLD laws, and the difference between all the products and brands on the market. We can help you map out a plan to ensure that your home complies with QLD law and provides a safe environment for your family.
Your home must have photoelectric (optical or photo-optical) alarms installed that detect visible particles of combustion. They respond quickly to a wide range of fires, in particular smouldering fires and dense smoke, for example burning furnishings and PVC coated wires. They are not as prone to “nuisance” cooking alarms and don’t contain radioactive material. Click here for more information on photoelectric alarms and how to identify them.
All existing and new Queensland dwellings require photoelectric interconnected smoke alarms that must be hardwired (with inbuilt back-up battery) or have a non-removable lithium battery that has a 10-year life. They must comply with Australian standards 3786-2014. This standard should be marked clearly on the packaging.
There are specific installation requirements for stairways, sloping ceilings and ceilings with exposed beams. To maximise smoke alarm operation and effectiveness, they should not be placed near windows, doors, fans, bathrooms, exhaust fans or air-conditioners. The law is very specific about the type of smoke alarms you must install and where you can locate them in your home, as follows:
All existing smoke alarms that were manufactured more than 10 years ago must be replaced with photoelectric smoke alarms that comply with strict Australia standards. The date of manufacture should be stamped on the back of the alarm.
It’s possible to have a combination of hard-wired and battery operated smoke alarms installed; interconnectivity can be both wired and wireless. Specialty alarms are also available, including alarms for deaf and hearing-impaired clients or alarms with emergency lights and heat sensors. It’s important that you let us know about any special needs, so we can supply you with the correct product. For more information please follow this link.
To comply with legislation, interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms are required:
Triforce Electrical and Air are smoke alarm install specialists. For help selecting the best smoke alarms for your property and a professional install, call us on 0412 922 265 or send us an email to discuss your requirements.
If you’re looking for a professional electrician in Brisbane or the northern Gold Coast suburbs, call Triforce Electrical and Air.
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