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This doesn't prove it'll work in a fire though, which is the reason the companies test with simulated smoke. Again, for Vic there isn't any new legislation, so one can assume that tenants are responsible for the change of batteries during their tenancy and are responsible to notify the...

Morg, I do see your point and agree that it's becoming far too ridiculous and grown ups need to take responsibility, but the problem is (as mentioned) hitting the test button is simply not enough. Unfortunately the RTA is very pro tenant so much is put back on the landlord.

Probably more likely! FWIW recently there was a house fire in Melbourne, whilst it was the tenants fault the landlord was aware the detectors weren't working, which means the tenant can claim compensation. I think $80 per year is a reasonable amount to pay for peace of mind, especially if the...

Not aware of anything new yet either..

Unfortunately I don't yet, hope to hear something soon so I know what I will need to arrange!

I've heard that too. Whilst I think it's great to test alarms (from a PM perspective) I don't think I want to take on that responsibility by saying that it has been tested as working. Still waiting for the updated legislation to come in re smoke alarms in Vic and really looking forward to...

Russell, how do you test them? Do you carry a ladder to each property, or borrow a broom? Silly question I know.

I don't test either, it's the tenants responsibility to make sure batteries are change and at inspections I ask if they've tested it. These rules are about to change though..