PERODIC NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2014

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1 PERODIC NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2014 Peace of mind with COMPLETE COMPLIANCE AUSTRALIA Complete Compliance was recently asked to comment on... Calls for changes to smoke alarm regulations page=1&controller= &action=view& _id=6&wysijap=subscriptions 1/5

2 A recent coronial inquest into a 2012 Logan house fire revealed the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service (QFRS) recommended changes to the current smoke alarm regulations. QFRS Chief State Community Safety Operations Director Neil Reed said the service wants stronger smoke alarm regulations to minimise the risk of fatalities in a house fire. The recommendation is that we install smoke alarms in bedrooms and interconnect them with the ones in the hallway to give the people more chance of getting out when there is a fire, he said. Chief fire investigator at the Slacks Creek house fire Inspector Bernard Nunn confirmed that if working smoke alarms had been installed at the property there would have been time for the occupants to evacuate. Complete Compliance National Compliance Officer Julienne O Neill said at least two working photoelectric battery operated alarms should be installed in all Queensland properties to decrease the chance of fatalities in a house fire. I cannot stress the importance of working smoke alarms. People usually do not wake to the smell of smoke alone and it actually encourages a deeper sleep, she said. That is why the smoke alarms are so loud, so you have a chance of waking up Every second counts to escaping alive when there is a fire. Mrs O Neill said that although the change will be a gradual process, it is necessary. Personally I do think that all properties should have smoke alarms installed in the bedrooms, however with most people it comes down to cost and it will be quite expensive to implement this recommendation into existing properties, Mrs O Neill said. I think it should be mandatory in all new constructions and any properties undergoing major renovations that alarms be installed in all bedrooms and they are interconnected with the smoke alarm in the hallway. article courtesy of page=1&controller= &action=view& _id=6&wysijap=subscriptions 2/5

3 Qualified Technicians For your peace of mind we d like to remind you that of our technicians are licensed and qualified to change hard wired smoke alarms on site. Many other companies do not use qualified technicians. They leave the property Non Compliant and then, at a later date, send out an electrician to make the property compliant. In doing this they not only put the tenant s life a risk but also jeopardise the Landlords insurance!! New technician based in Ipswich We d like to introduce our newest technician Richard. Richard is a licensed electrician in both N.S.W and Qld. He has his Electrical Supervisor Certificate and years of experience under his belt. Richard is based in Ipswich full time. He will be assisting our other technicians keep the western corridor running smoothly. page=1&controller= &action=view& _id=6&wysijap=subscriptions 3/5

4 New service available As an added service for you we can now provide quotes on having broken or damaged blinds repaired or replaced. Steve and his team at The Blind Doctor have 14 years experience in the industry and, if required can quote you directly on having broken and damaged blinds repaired or replaced. In the case of broken or damage blinds, our technicians will still install cord cleats, child safety clips and warning tags so that the blinds will be compliant but they will then advise you if the blinds should be repaired or replaced. The Blind Doctor will provide you a quote directly for you to decide how to proceed. URGENT JOBS Please remember if you need a job done urgently call our office and one of our friendly customer service officers will be able to assist you. Alternatively you can call our technicians directly. We are on the road every day need at the times you need. So we can provide the services you Complete Compliance page=1&controller= &action=view& _id=6&wysijap=subscriptions 4/5

5 Services We are available to attend your property management meetings where we can present our services in more detail. Alternatively, if you would like an update on any changes in the legislation, please call our office to arrange a time for us to attend COMPLIANCE. Friendly staff Ashleigh, one of our lovely customer service officers, will be going on maternity leave at the end of this month. Mackenzie and Renee, our new customer service officers, will be able to assist you in arranging the compliance of your properties. Please continue to use info@completeca.com.au Remember! We're here to help Real Estate Agents and Landlord's meet their legal obligations for compliance. Drop us a line or ask us a question ph: page=1&controller= &action=view& _id=6&wysijap=subscriptions 5/5