South Australia Home Safety solutions to protect what matters most
Safeguard your home with our comprehensive compliance packages - designed to ensure your property meets all required regulations while giving you peace of mind.
Smoke alarms
Smoke alarms
Reliable smoke alarms are crucial
Every year, Australia experiences more than 17,000 house fires. Properly installed and maintained smoke alarms are crucial for saving lives.
In every Australian State, property owners and residential rental providers are legally required to install, manage, and maintain working smoke alarms.
Don't compromise on your safety!
Inclusions:
- Annual inspections including testing & cleaning
- Switching to interconnected systems
- Photographic compliance reports
- We cover all Manufacturer's warranties
- 24/7 Tenant Phone Support for Alarm Troubleshooting
- Online property management portal
Compliance of Smoke Alarms
What's required in installation & connection
In South Australia, it is legally required for all residential properties to be fitted with working smoke alarms. Houses built before 1 February 1998 must be fitted with replaceable battery-powered alarms. Smoke alarms must comply with Australian Standard AS 3786. Smoke alarms should be installed on every storey, in hallways leading to bedrooms, or located in rooms near bedrooms to ensure adequate warning while asleep.
South Australian law about smoke alarms in residential properties
Homes built since 1 January 1995 must have hard-wired smoke alarms; older homes need at least replaceable battery-powered alarms. From 1 May 2014, homes with multiple alarms must have mains-powered and interconnected alarms. If a home with battery-powered alarms is sold after 1 February 1998, the new owner must install hard-wired alarms, or alarms with 10-year batteries, within six months. Penalties apply for non-compliance.
Safety Switches
Regular testing protects tenants
Routine safety switch testing helps protect occupants from electric shock by ensuring the electricity supply is shut off when a current leakage is detected. Regular testing provides peace of mind and ensures landlords and property managers meet their responsibilities.
For added reassurance, our technicians can check the safety switch during your scheduled smoke alarm service. If a fault is detected, we'll arrange a swift replacement by a licensed electrician for a fixed fee.
Don't compromise on your safety!
Inclusions:
- Safety switch testing
- Compliance Report
Compliance obligations for safety switches
Safety requirements for properties
For homes constructed after 1992 it is a legal requirement to have safety switches installed on all power circuits in all rental properties. Properties built prior to 1992 may not have safety switches installed; it is strongly recommended to install safety switches on all circuits, including power and lighting, to ensure tenant safety. For sales properties sold without a safety switch, the new owner must install a safety switch for power circuits within three months of the property transfer. It is recommended that safety switches be tested every three months to ensure correct functioning. The installation and maintenance of safety switches are governed by the Electricity Act 1996 and the Electricity (General) Regulations 2012 in South Australia, which require landlords to ensure all electrical installations and appliances in rental properties are safe and comply with relevant standards.
Corded blinds
Prioritise safety for everyone in the property
Regular inspections of blinds and window coverings help prevent potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations for tenants' well-being, and ensure landlords and property managers meet their responsibilities.
Our technicians, whilst onsite, will ensure thorough assessments, strictly following Australian Standards and state-specific requirements.
Don't compromise on your safety!
Inclusions:
- Ensure that all blinds, window coverings, and fittings are securely installed
- In line with current safety standards and legal obligations
- Compliance Report
- Fixing or replacing any cords whilst onsite
- Additional fees may be applicable depending on your selected package
Installation & Labelling
Installation requirements
Corded blinds and curtains must be installed so that a loose cord cannot form a loop 220mm or longer at or less than 1,600mm above floor level. Blinds and curtains must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions on any retail packaging. A cleat used to secure a cord must be installed at least 1,600mm above floor level.
Labelling requirements
The person installing a corded blind or curtain must attach a label with the name and contact details of the person or company responsible for the installation. Warning labels or swing tags supplied with the corded blinds or curtains must not be removed.
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We help homeowners, landlords, and property managers install smoke alarm systems that deliver real protection when it matters most.
