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05 May 2011
Are All Smoke Alarms Created Equal?
Mitigating risk of injury or death in a house fire goes beyond just installing smoke alarms. A segment this morning on Breakfast with Adam Spencer on 702 ABC Sydney highlighted issues surrounding the different types of smoke alarms available for use in residential properties.
Adrian Butler, Chairman of the World Fire Safety Foundation, provided comments as to the WFSF’s concerns on the widespread use of ionisation alarms in residential properties stating that “they’re a flame detector - they don’t detect smoke.” Butler also went on to comment on how fire and rescue authorities throughout Australia are recommending the use of photoelectric alarms over their cheaper alternative, ionisation smoke alarms.
Photoelectric smoke alarms are quicker at detecting slow, smouldering fires while ionisation alarms are triggered by combustion particles that come from fast-flaming fires that typically occur with the burning of paper or liquids. In a house fire situation, it is critical to alert occupants as quick as smoke occurs - not to wait until naked flames are visible.
Smoke Alarms Australia adopted a policy early on to only use top quality photoelectric alarms in every property they service. While the current version of AS3786 still has provisions for the use of both ionisation and photoelectric alarms in residential properties, SAA stands by their commitment to remain the responsible choice and not cut corners. SAA is committed to assisting their clients manage their duty of care at the highest possible standards.
It is also important for landlords and property managers alike to understand that the type of smoke alarms installed is not the only issue at hand when it comes to protecting a tenant’s safety. Smoke alarms must also be within their service dates, in the right locations, clear of debris and obstructions, and with an appropriate power source. They must be tested regularly - not just by pushing the test button - to ensure they will actually work in a fire.
To have your property or entire rental portfolio assessed and protected, contact Smoke Alarms Australia at 1300 125 276.
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Adrian Butler, Chairman of the World Fire Safety Foundation, provided comments as to the WFSF’s concerns on the widespread use of ionisation alarms in residential properties stating that “they’re a flame detector - they don’t detect smoke.” Butler also went on to comment on how fire and rescue authorities throughout Australia are recommending the use of photoelectric alarms over their cheaper alternative, ionisation smoke alarms.
Photoelectric smoke alarms are quicker at detecting slow, smouldering fires while ionisation alarms are triggered by combustion particles that come from fast-flaming fires that typically occur with the burning of paper or liquids. In a house fire situation, it is critical to alert occupants as quick as smoke occurs - not to wait until naked flames are visible.
Smoke Alarms Australia adopted a policy early on to only use top quality photoelectric alarms in every property they service. While the current version of AS3786 still has provisions for the use of both ionisation and photoelectric alarms in residential properties, SAA stands by their commitment to remain the responsible choice and not cut corners. SAA is committed to assisting their clients manage their duty of care at the highest possible standards.
It is also important for landlords and property managers alike to understand that the type of smoke alarms installed is not the only issue at hand when it comes to protecting a tenant’s safety. Smoke alarms must also be within their service dates, in the right locations, clear of debris and obstructions, and with an appropriate power source. They must be tested regularly - not just by pushing the test button - to ensure they will actually work in a fire.
To have your property or entire rental portfolio assessed and protected, contact Smoke Alarms Australia at 1300 125 276.
Listen to the segment here. Read More
14 Jan 2011
2 Weeks Away - NSW Residential Tenancies Regulation 2010
Only 2 weeks until the new NSW Residential Tenancies Regulation 2010 becomes effective! Here are few of the key changes:
SMOKE ALARMS
The responsibility now falls solely on the landlord to ensure smoke alarms are installed and maintained.
TENANTS GET MORE TIME TO MOVE OUT
If the landlord wants the tenant to move 'without grounds' the notice period is now 90 days
ALTERATIONS
A tenant will still need approval from the landlord if they want to make minor alterations to the property, such as installing child safety locks on windows. The landlord must be reasonable, but can still say no if it involves structural changes, etc.
FEE-FREE RENT PAYMENTS
Every tenant must be given at least one fee-free way to pay rent.
WATER EFFICIENCY
Premises must be water efficient if tenants of separately metered premises are to pay for water usage.
Are you ready?
To discuss the changes and how they affect your agency or property, contact Smoke Alarms Australia at 1300 125 276.
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07 Dec 2010
NSW Residential Tenancies Regulation 2010
RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES REGULATION 2010
Changes to the residential tenancies regulation means more responsibility for landlords. With the new regulation set to be effective as of January 31st 2011, the responsibility will now fall solely on the landlord to ensure that smoke alarms are installed and maintained in accordance with relevant legislation and regulations.Reduce the amount of stress for your landlords by letting Smoke Alarms Australia handle the installation and maintenance of the smoke alarms in their rental properties. Not only will the properties become compliant, your landlords can be at ease knowing they have fulfilled their duty of care in providing a home that is fit and safe to live in.
Call Smoke Alarms Australia on 1300 125 276 to ensure all your properties are up to date.
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23 Sep 2010
Family of seven flee Baulkham Hills house fire
Clarissa Potter, her brother and five children fled their Baulkham Hills home minutes before it burned to the ground at 7pm last night. Read More
23 Sep 2010
Family suffers tragic loss while waiting for broken smoke alarm to be fixed
The devastated mother of a four-year-old boy who died after he was trapped in their burning home says he was "one of a kind" and a "proud Aussie". Read More
27 Aug 2010
When we say 'no more to pay' we really mean it!
Smoke Alarms Australia has been providing support to property managers and landlords alike since our launch in 2005. In that time our services have been evolving by making investments in a dedicated call centre, our state-of-the-art Online Tracking System and in our fully trained and qualified service technicians. Read More
09 Aug 2010
Experts unsurprised by the tragedy of four more house fire related deaths...
So far this winter, we’ve seen more than 500 house fires and now 9 fatalities in NSW alone. It’s a frightening statistic, but one that will continue to rise say the experts, unless people start taking fire safety seriously. Read More
09 Aug 2010
Four house-fire deaths prompt warning to residents
Four house-fire deaths in as many days have sparked pleas for NSW residents to ensure their homes have proper safety measures in place. Read More
08 Jul 2010
Working Smoke Alarm Alerts Neighbours
As reported on the NSW Fire Brigades website this morning, residents at a unit block in Rocket St, Bathurst, called 000 for the fire brigade when they heard a smoke alarm operating in a neighbour's unit, who had left a roast cooking in the oven. Fortunately, the smoke alarm alerted the neighbours before the situation developed into a fire.Read all about it: www.nswfb.nsw.gov.au Read More
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- Family suffers tragic loss while waiting for broken smoke alarm to be fixed
- When we say 'no more to pay' we really mean it!
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- Four house-fire deaths prompt warning to residents
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