Swimming pools in Australia must meet specific requirements of Australian Standards, which govern the conditions of the safety barriers erected around the pool. Pool inspections on the Gold Coast may find that you are falling short of these requirements. Read on for a simplified explanation of the requirements for pool safety fences and gates. Minimum […]
Having the attitude of “it won’t happen to me” is a foolish mantra when it comes to fire safety issues in your home. You need a well-designed plan in the event of a fire, take fire prevention actions and have photoelectric smoke alarms installed for your fire safety in Queensland. Read on to find out […]
If you are a new landlord, you are probably doing your level best to ensure that your building is up to date with all regulatory safety standards in Queensland. Tenant safety is always a priority, from electrical wiring to ventilation to fire exits. Another safety measure to keep in check is your smoke alarm compliance. […]
If you are looking for an easy way to get a pool safety certificate on the Gold Coast, we have both good and bad news for you. The bad news is that there is no quick fix for anything important in life. Think about your driving licence or getting a business licence ‒ you have […]
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. […]
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