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  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...

  A photoelectric smoke alarm is an essential safety feature in any home or building. The smoke alarm provides an early warning of a fire, allowing occupants to evacuate before the fire spreads. To ensure the ongoing reliability of photoelectric smoke alarms, manufacturers must adhere to strict quality management standards, such as ISO 9001. ISO 9001 is a globally recognised quality management system developed by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). The standard outlines the requirements for an organization to meet customer needs and expectations, comply with regulatory requirements, and continuously improve its processes. Implementing ISO 9001 in photoelectric smoke alarm manufacturing ensures that every aspect of the factory's manufacturing process meets the required standards for both quality and reliability.  Do you know if your   photoelectric smoke alarm   has come from an ISO 9001 accredited facility? The commercial production of a photoel...

  Photoelectric smoke alarms are a vital safety feature in any home or building. They work by detecting smoke particles in the air and sounding an alarm to alert occupants of a potential fire. However, like any other lifesaving electronic device, photoelectric smoke alarms require batteries to operate effectively. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of your smoke alarm battery and offer tips on how to maintain it.   Why is your smoke alarm battery important? The batteries in a photoelectric smoke alarm are essential because they provide the power necessary to detect smoke particles in the air. Quite obviously, without functioning batteries the photoelectric smoke alarm would cease to operate – it would not be able to detect smoke and would not sound the alarm, leaving occupants at risk in the event of a fire. When a smoke alarm battery becomes low on power it may make the smoke alarm more susceptible to false / nuisance alarms. Even in situations where you...

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. -     ...

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 an...