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Are your smoke detectors in Queensland compliant with new legislation? The deadline, 1 January 2022, is fast approaching for all landlords in Queensland to install new smoke alarms for improved safety. Owner Occupiers will have until 2027 to make the change. This new legislation was prompted by the Slacks Creek house fire in 2011 that […]

You may have heard your neighbours or friends talking about a pool safety certificate on the Gold Coast. If you are feeling a little doubtful about what exactly this is and why you need it, we are here to shed some light. If you are a parent, especially a parent with a pool at your […]

When was the last time you had your pool inspected? Whether you have been a pool owner for several years or you are just moving into a new home with a pool, regular pool inspections on the Gold Coast are highly recommended. As we will likely spend more time splashing around in our backyards this […]

We all love the holiday season in Queensland. The weather is ideal, there’s so much to do and everyone is generally in a great mood. Don’t let a faulty smoke alarm spoil the festivities! Over the holidays we tend to be more laid back and you may forget or be unable to do regular smoke […]

By now, you may have heard that photoelectric smoke alarms are required in Queensland homes and commercial buildings, and ionisation smoke alarms are no longer permitted. By next year all rental properties will be installed with photoelectric smoke alarms, and failure to do so will result in landlords not being able to lease their property. […]

We’re approaching the time of year when we spend more time in the water, and while we know it’s all about having fun, safety is also a major concern. If safety measures are put in place from the beginning, and you’ve obtained pool safety certification, it means your pool area is fully compliant with regulations, […]

Smoke detectors are essential in every building as a means to protect those who live or work there and to prevent damage caused by fires. However, if they are not installed by professionals,or are neglected and not replaced after a certain period of time, they cannot function optimally. We have put together some important facts […]

The Smoke Alarm Association of Australia has confirmed that the deadline for upgrading smoke alarms in rental properties will not be extended, so it remains at 1 January 2022. Landlords have been urged to get their upgrades done as soon as possible to ensure the safety of tenants and to avoid the possibility of not […]

Having a pool safety certificate on the Gold Coast reassures you that your pool environment is safe and equipped to reduce risks of drowning and accidents. It is also a requirement when buying, selling or leasing a house with a pool. If you have a new or existing pool, it will also need an upgraded […]