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| Queensland Smoke Alarm Compliance Checklist – 2025 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Smoke Alarm Type | * Photoelectric alarms only (no ionisation) |
| * Alarms less than 10 years old | ||
| * 10 year sealed lithium battery or 240V hardwired | ||
| 2 | Location Requirements | * One alarm in every bedroom |
| * One alarm in hallways connecting bedrooms | ||
| * At least one alarm on every storey | ||
| 3 | Interconnection | * All alarms interconnected (wireless or hardwired) |
| * All alarms trigger together when one activates | ||
| 4 | Installation Rules | * Ceiling mounted (preferred) |
| * If wall-mounted: 300–500mm below ceiling | ||
| * Minimum 300mm from corners | ||
| * Minimum 400mm from fans or aircon vents | ||
| 5 | Testing & Operation | * All alarms tested and sounding correctly |
| * Audible from all bedrooms | ||
| * No dust, insects, or contamination | ||
| 6 | Selling / Renting Compliance | * Home meets all QLD 2027 requirements |
| * Compliance documented pre settlement / lease | ||
| * Installer compliance form provided | ||
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