Australia's new smoke alarm standard - Australian Standard 3786:2023
A new Australian Standard for smoke alarms, Australian Standard 3786:2023, was published by the Standards Australia Committee on February 17, 2023. This standard supersedes the previous Australian Standard 3786:2014. It is not uncommon for Australian Standards to undergo updates and amendments over time. Australian Standard 3786, first released in 1990, has undergone at least 10 updates and reissues since its inception. Several reasons led to the publication of the new Australian Standard 3786:2023: 1. Technological advancements: The standard needed to incorporate emerging smoke alarm technologies and evolving existing technologies. This ensures the standard remained relevant and reflects current technology available in the market. For example, the new standard now includes provisions for interconnected smoke alarms. 2. Safety considerations: Safety is a crucial aspect of the standard. As new fire risks are identified and existing ones are better understood, the standard has been upd