SERVICING NORTH BRISBANE, SUNSHINE COAST & THE HINTERLAND
2022 QLD Legislation Smoke Alarm Requirements
From 1st January 2022 all rental properties in Queensland MUST comply with the following additional smoke alarm regulations as set out in the Fire and Emergency Services (Domestic Smoke Alarms) Amendment Act 2016 and Building Fire Safety (Domestic Smoke Alarms) Legislation Amendment Act 2016.
From January 1st, 2022 Smoke Alarms must:
- be photoelectric and less than 10 years old
- meet the new Australian Standard 3786:2014
- be interconnected with the other smoke alarms in the property so all activate at the same time.
- be hard-wired or wireless alarms powered by a non-removable 10 year lithium battery or a combination of both.
AND
- be installed on each storey
- be installed in each bedroom
AND
- in hallways which connect bedrooms and the rest of the property OR
- if there is no hallway, between the bedrooms and other parts of the storey
EXAMPLE FLOOR PLANS SHOWING PLACEMENT OF SMOKE ALARMS FOR 2022 COMPLIANC
Disclaimer: This is a guide only and is not to used, considered or referred to as precise law.
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO?
ACT NOW !
With every QLD rental property needing to be upgraded by the end of the year there is a real risk that many properties will not be upgraded in time.
We strongly advise every landlord to book with us ASAP to avoid being unable to lease their property on Jan 1st 2022.
31ST DECEMBER 2021 WILL BE HERE QUICKER THAN YOU THINK.
Give yourself peace of mind that your property and your tenants are protected by high quality smoke alarms and an experienced compliance team.
For more information see the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services website: www.qfes.qld.gov.au/community-safety/smokealarms/Pages/sold-leased-properties.asp
Meets 2022 QLD compliance.
Certified AS 3786:2014.
SIA Global 5 Ticks Mark.
Photoelectric interconnected technology.
Modern design to suit any décor.
Quality chamber design with screen to mitigate insect ingress and reduce false alarms.
240v hard-wired and wireless 10-year non-removable lithium battery alarms available.
High quality smoke alarm.
High performance in humid and coastal climates
Meets 2022 QLD compliance.
Certified AS 3786:2014.
Photoelectric interconnected technology.
Modern design to suit any décor, smallest smoke alarm in Australia.
240v hard-wired and wireless 10-year non-removable lithium battery alarms available.
High quality smoke alarm.
High performance in humid and coastal climates
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Unless specifically requested, Coast Smoke Alarms will install either Clipsal or Cavius alarms as best fits the structure and layout of your property.
Quick Calculation Table
| Number of Alarms Required | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Upgrade Cost including 1st Year’s Annual Subscription* | $165 | $330 | $495 | $660 | $825 | $990 | $1155 |
2022 COMPLIANT PROPERTIES
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION PACKAGES
Standard Package
$
119
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Outstanding, personalised customer service
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Unlimited smoke alarm compliance inspection visits across the year
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No call out fee for attending beeping alarms
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Safety Switch sighting
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Compliance Report sent within 24 hours
Complete Package
$
169
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Outstanding, personalised customer service
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Unlimited smoke alarm compliance inspection visits across the year
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No call out fee for attending beeping alarms
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Safety Switch sighting
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Corded Blind Safety Report included
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Compliance Report sent within 24 hours
