In the wake of the National Cabinet advising that (where appropriate) States can start to ease COVID-19 restrictions, we thought it timely to reassess where we stand in response to our obligations to mitigate the spread of this virus that has caused so much disruption; and in some cases devastation, to people’s lives. The intention […]
What a month March was. Our business has been pushed, pulled, tested and twisted. However, I am very proud to say, that due to our amazing team of technicians, administrators and sub-contractors, we have adapted, pivoted and proven our flexibility to be able to continue to operate at full capacity. This process has been vital […]
We thought we would take some time to clarify some possible misconceptions in the industry around a few requirements of smoke alarm compliance, as well as how smoke alarm service providers tend to invoice for their work. First rule of thumb, the 12 month rule… The alarms have to be checked at a minimum of […]
Why it’s in your best interests to update to the 2022 upgrades today!!… It has long been accepted that photoelectric smoke alarms are considered to give significantly earlier warning of a fire than ionisation smoke alarms. The scenario outlined below is an example of why having your rental property upgraded to the new 2022 Smoke […]
Which type of Smoke Alarm is the most effective? All smoke alarms are designed to detect the presence of products of combustion (smoke) in the atmosphere. Different smoke alarm compliance detects different types of smoke products. Did you know that when you sleep your sense of smell also sleeps? If a fire starts in your home, toxic […]
So, you have your smoke alarms and you need to find the best place in your house to place them. Most people think right near the kitchen is the way to go but, there are a few reasons why that may not be the best spot for household fire safety and functionality. The theory behind […]
The New Smoke Alarm Legislation, broken down for you… So you have heard that the smoke alarm rules are changing but, did you know it applies to everyone? It’s not the most thrilling subject in the world to discuss but doing so could save your life! Did you know that when you sleep your nose […]
