Ray White recommend that landlords consider the use of an annual smoke alarm service provider as a best practice step to ensure your obligations are always being met .
These types of providers will consistently check that your smoke alarms are in working order and replace them as part of their service , when required . To find out more , speak with your Ray White property manager .
What are the rules around the installation and location of smoke alarms ?
All smoke alarms must be properly installed by the landlord in accordance with the manufacturer ’ s instructions . Landlords should not give smoke alarms to the tenant to install .
These illustrations from New Zealand Standard NZS 4514:2009 show best practice for placing smoke alarms in homes , depending on their different construction styles .
* All information stated is correct at the time of printing ( November 2020 ).
Dead air spaces : Ceiling mount with exposed airflow
Installing smoke alarms - exposed beams ( or other ceiling obstructions )
200mm min . 200mm min .
100mm min .
Smoke alarm should be located minimum 200mm away from beam
200mm min .
Dead air space |
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Smoke alarm |
Dead air space |
100mm min . |
Dead air space |
Beam up to 460mm deep . Note if beam depth greater than 460mm then treat as if it is a wall . |
Dead air spaces : Ceiling mount - sloping ceiling Installing smoke alarms - exposed rafters or floor joists
Smoke alarm should be located between 200mm and 500mm |
900mm or less |
300mm 200mm
Dead air space
Dead air spaces : Ceiling mount not available
200mm min .
100mm min .
Dead air space 300mm max .
Top of smoke alarm acceptable here where ceiling mount cannot be achieved
Side wall
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