Re: Fire safety compliance strata/body corporate vs landlord responsibilities

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06/02/2015 at 8:00 am #22966
Cobra
Flatchatter

    I found the above very informative for my issue but I still need some clarification and additional answers which I hope someone can help me with;

    1. In our block (1970s NSW) the smoke alarms are battery operated and installed after construction. I am not sure but I believe they were installed by the OC, notwithstanding I take it from the earlier posts that the alarms would be the lot owners responsibility.

    2. We have an annual fire safety inspection which includes smoke alarms. I also gather from the previous posts that these inspections are a statutory requirement.

    3. We have not been displaying the certificate on the notice board. Is this mandatory and if yes could you advise where I find the requirement?

    4. If the inspection reveals the smoke alarm requires repairs, replacement or new batteries can the OC undertake the remedial action and then bill the lot owner?

    5. In the answer to 4 is No, what action can the OC take to ensure the smoke alarm is serviceable?