Smoke alarms must be installed in every bedroom and in every hallway outside all bedrooms.
Smoke Alarm Changes
Old ionisation smoke alarms can be slow to react, and may not give you or your loved ones enough time to escape.
That’s why there’s new legislation to install photoelectric smoke alarms, which have been proven to be more effective in the domestic home.
From 1 January 2027, all existing private homes, townhouses, and units must have interconnected photoelectric smoke alarms. All registered caravans and motorhomes must also be fitted with a photoelectric smoke alarm.
As a renter or tenant, landlords are responsible for the installation of smoke alarms that comply with this legislation. During a tenancy, the renter must test and clean each smoke alarm in the home, at least once every 12 months.
Upgrading your smoke alarms today could save a life.
In addition, we also recommend everyone having a well-practised fire escape plan.
The New Standard
Note: The diagrams are examples of minimum requirements to suit that particular layout. Different layouts may require more alarms to achieve compliance.
