Are you selling a home?
If you are selling a house built before 1997 you must install mains powered smoke alarms before settlement from 1 October 2009 when new laws come into effect.
If this does not occur your Local Government can inspect the property and issue a rectification notice, infringement notice or prosecute for any breaches with a fine up to $5000.
From 9 August 2009, two Residual Current Devices (RCDs) must be fitted to protect all power point and lighting circuits in all homes before the land title is transferred.
If you are planning to sell your home and it does not already have two RCDs protecting all power point and lighting circuits, you will need to engage a licensed electrical contractor to fit two RCDs to the main switchboard or distribution board.
Electrical inspectors will monitor homes sold or leased for compliance. Penalties of up to $15,000 for individuals and up to $100,000 for a body corporate may apply if the regulations are breached.
For more information visit:-
www.energysafety.wa.gov.au/RCD or call 9422 5200.
You can also read, download or print this flyer on Residual Current Devices.
Ïnformation regarding smoke alarms is available from Building Code of Australia or from the FESA Fact Sheet:-