Smoke Alarm Requirements
Current requirements (varies by state):
- Photoelectric type required
- On every level of the home
- In every bedroom
- In hallways connecting bedrooms
- Interconnected (in some states)
Rental Properties
- Compliance mandatory before lease
- Hardwired or 10-year battery required
- Annual testing recommended
- Records must be kept
Bushfire Areas (BAL Rating)
Properties in bushfire zones must meet AS 3959:
- BAL-LOW: Minimal requirements
- BAL-12.5 to 29: Increasing protection levels
- BAL-40: Significant protection required
- BAL-FZ (Flame Zone): Maximum protection
Bushfire Protection Measures
- Ember guards on vents and gaps
- Fire-rated windows and doors
- Non-combustible materials
- Defendable space around home
- Fire-rated water supply
When Selling
- Smoke alarm compliance required
- BAL rating disclosure
- Pool safety certification