To ensure efficient and effective protection for your home, it’s important that the battery is checked regularly and smoke alarm is kept clean from contaminants. Every Month Test your smoke alarm using the test/hush button and check the batteries with mains power switched off. Clean the alarm by removing dust and insects. Every 3 Months […]
Category Archives: Home Safety
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May
May
With so much technology at our fingertips, now is the perfect time to modernise your home. Smart home technology doesn’t just enhance convenience; it also improves security to keep the bad guys at bay. With these two custom-designed products from IntelLink, you can make your home to become smarter and more secure than ever before. […]
27
Apr
Apr
While we are all very aware of the dangers of smoke inhalation and the destructive power of fires, there is an odourless, invisible toxic gas that can also be present as a deadly killer in our homes. Carbon Monoxide, or CO, is produced when fossil fuels (commonly used in our houses) fail to combust properly. […]
07
Apr
Apr
Getting ready for the new stringent smoke alarm legislation in Victoria will mean that landlords have to understand what current system they have in place. Only then can they ensure they are compliant with the smoke alarm regulations and also, they know how to give instruction to their tenants around maintaining and testing the system. […]
07
Apr
Apr
As the changes to the Residential Tenancies Regulations are now in effect, it is important that landlords act now to ensure they are compliant with the new smoke alarm laws. Here are the top tips for landlords and agents to make sure they don’t run the risk of putting tenants lives in danger, as well […]
07
Apr
Apr
For landlords of residential properties in Victoria, changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) have been made that will impact your legal obligations that you need to be aware of now. The changes to the legislation were delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, however the Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2018 has now come into effect […]
14
Sep
Sep
The smoke alarm is an essential safety device for every business and home, so it’s crucial to purchase a model that provides adequate warning in the event of an emergency. Not only is having an effective smoke alarm important for safety, it’s also a mandated legal requirement throughout Australia. If you’re in the market to […]
01
Sep
Sep
A smoke alarm is one of the first lines of defence when it comes to protecting the family from residential fires. These invaluable early warning systems not only protect you but also the community around by giving out the first signs of fire detection. A number of fatalities occur when occupants are asleep and unable […]
10
Jun
Jun
For more than 25 years, Australians have depended on the LIFESAVER smoke alarm range to safeguard their homes and families. Statistics reveal that almost half of the fatal housefires Victorian firefighters have responded to in the last 10 years, have started in livingrooms or bedrooms. With so many people working from home due to COVID-19, […]
02
Apr
Apr
Carbon monoxide (CO) is perhaps the most dangerous gas that can enter your home. Carbon monoxide is an odourless, colourless gas that often goes undetected, striking victims off guard or in their sleep. Even low concentrations can be enough to cause a negative health impact, especially on those with chronic illnesses, the elderly, young children […]