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Who’s Checking the Checker?

Why transparency matters in safety compliance When it comes to mandatory smoke alarm and electrical safety checks under the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA), the legal requirements are clear. The tradespeople who perform these inspections know the standards they must meet. But there’s a critical gap that’s often overlooked: how do landlords, property managers, or tenants know the work has actually been done right? In the absence of clear audit trails, photographic evidence, or a reliable compliance report, you’re left hoping

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QLD Smoke Alarm Legislation for Home Sellers

Queensland Smoke Alarm Legislation: Selling a Residential Property? Make Sure It’s Legally Compliant Under Queensland Smoke Alarm legislation, homes sold after 1 January 2022 must meet strict smoke alarm requirements. If your property doesn’t comply, you risk: Delays in settlement A 0.15% non-compliance deduction from your sale price To meet the current laws, your property must have: Photoelectric smoke alarms (AS 3786–2014) Interconnected alarms — if one sounds, they all sound Alarms less than 10 years old Alarms installed in

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