Smoke alarms
It is your responsibility to maintain smoke alarms. Conduct regular tests, change batteries (if required), and keep them clean and dust free to ensure they are in good working order.
You should not deactivate a smoke alarm or interfere with its operation in any way. If it is identified that you have damaged or removed a smoke alarm, DHA will immediately arrange for the unit to be repaired or replaced, and you will be tenant charged for the repair or replacement.
If you identify a fault, or the smoke alarm is not in working order, notify DHA immediately on 139 342.
Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Carbon monoxide alarms are not legally required in Australian homes. You may temporarily install an alarm at your cost as a modification to the property with permission from DHA, refer to Modifying your property for further information.
