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The pursuit of creating a safer Queensland community extends beyond safety at our beaches or safety on our roads, Queenslanders have embraced the implementation of interconnected smoke alarms as a crucial safety measure in their homes as well. This progressive initiative goes beyond the traditional standalone alarms, offering several benefits that contribute to a more robust and effective home fire safety system. One of the primary advantages of interconnected smoke alarms is their ability to communicate with each other. When one alarm detects smoke, it sets off a chain reaction, activating all interconnected fire alarms throughout the property. This rapid dissemination of alerts ensures that occupants are promptly notified, regardless of their location within the premises. In a state as vast and diverse as Queensland, where homes come in various sizes and layouts (from traditional Queenslanders to modern high rise apartments), this interconnectedness is pivotal in providing comprehen

Fire is a devastating force that can destroy homes and take lives in the blink of an eye. Every year in Australia, there are dozens of house fires, resulting in many fatalities and injuries. Smoke alarms are one of the most effective tools in preventing fire-related deaths and injuries. Queensland has recently implemented new interconnected smoke alarm legislation to ensure every home is equipped with the best technology to detect and respond to fires. In this article, we will explore what interconnected smoke alarms are and why they are so important. What are Interconnected Smoke Alarms? Interconnected smoke alarms are smoke alarms that are linked together in a network. When one alarm is triggered, all other alarms in the network also sound an alarm, giving residents an early warning and valuable time to evacuate the home. This is particularly important when a fire starts in an area of the house that is not close to the occupants, such as in a garage or on another floor of the dwelli

  Fire safety is crucial in a campervan as most usually have only one escape route in the event of a fire. Modern vans and motorhomes are made of highly combustible materials meaning you may have only a few seconds to escape a van which catches alight. Fires may grow rapidly, therefore receiving a warning from a photoelectric smoke detector may mean the difference between life and death. Don't risk it! How many smoke detectors are required and where should do they go? It is recommended that you have at least one working photoelectric smoke alarm inside the van where the bed is, and one also in the annex if you sleep there – the image below provides a handy visual guide. As per the Australian Standard, the smoke alarm(s) should also have an integrated ‘hush’ button which allows it to be temporarily silenced, should the alarm be activated due to cooking smoke etc. where to install smoke alarms in your campervan Am I required by law to install a smoke alarm in my campervan? Each Aust

  Ensuring the workplace is appropriately protected against any potential fire hazard is one of the most important steps an employer can take when operating a small to medium size business in QLD. Keeping employees and physical business assets safe from potential fire damage requires an effective fire safety plan and interconnected smoke alarm products, as the first line of defence.   Do you have fire hazards in your workplace? As a business operator it is best practice to identify fire safety hazards in the workplace, and to eliminate their potential to cause a fire. Below are some fire safety hazards which should be considered during the risk management process. Do you have these fire hazards in your workplace?   -         Combustible liquids — Unless stored correctly, combustible and/or highly flammable liquids, could pose threat of fire or explosions. Ensure proper hazardous goods storage is available. -         Electrical equipment — Some of the most common fire hazards are due to

How to install our smoke alarms onto your ceiling! Ever wondered how to physically attach our photoelectric smoke alarms to your ceiling? This short video will show you how!  Prior to undertaking any home maintenance tasks ensure you have basic personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses when using a drill. If using a ladder to reach the ceiling it is always a good idea to have someone supporting the ladder whilst you are standing on it. Checklist of what's needed: - Pencil - Hammer - Screws and anchor plugs (included with our smoke alarms) - Drill with 5mm bit - Smoke alarm and its mounting bracket STEP 1: Gently twist the mounting bracket to remove it from the rear of the smoke detector. STEP 2: Locate the mounting bracket in your chosen position on the ceiling. Use a pencil to mark the location of the two mounting bracket slots on the ceiling. Note that there are specific prescriptive requirements for Queensland smoke alarms , dictating where they should and sho

  There is no point waiting until a fire occurs before figuring out what to do and where to go - especially when family members are involved. Having a well developed and rehearsed fire safety plan will provide the occupants crucial time to escape and could mean the difference between life and death. This article will show you how to develop a home fire safety plan and demonstrate that it needn’t be an onerous exercise.   Develop a floor plan and identify the emergency exit paths Draw a basic floor plan of your house, including key locations such as each person’s bedroom. Review the floor plan collectively with all occupants of the dwelling – identify both the primary and secondary path of exit so there are two means of escape for each person in the event of a fire. Are there obstacles to negotiate such as large furniture? Are there ‘landmarks’ along the way which could assist if smoke has reduced visibility to zero? Are there people in the home of various ages, differing physical