Smoke Alarms: Are You Actually Compliant?

Smoke alarms save lives, but many Canberra homes fall short on compliance. Australian standards require interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms in every bedroom, hallway, and on every level—interconnected so one detects fire, all sound. They must be mains-powered with battery backup, tested monthly, and replaced every ten years. Outdated battery-only alarms or those past their prime […]