Home Fire Safety Visits
Ngā Toronga Haumaru Ahi Kāinga
During these visits, we check any existing smoke alarms, give advice on where they should be installed, install new smoke alarms if necessary, and provide personalised fire safety advice.
Where should I put smoke alarms?
Where should I put smoke alarms?
Fire and Emergency New Zealand recommends installing long-life photoelectric smoke alarms in every bedroom, hallway and living area.
You may also choose to install a heat alarm in the kitchen, laundry, bathroom or garage.
Important things to consider
Important things to consider
Smoke alarms should be tested frequently to ensure they are working.
Don't put a smoke alarm in your kitchen, where smoke from cooking could set it off – use a heat alarm here instead.
Smoke alarms cannot detect smoke through a closed door, so think carefully about the layout of your home.
"When you're asleep, you can't smell smoke. Working smoke alarms are your only voice."
"When you're asleep, you can't smell smoke. Working smoke alarms are your only voice."
Tommi Joyce
Tommi Joyce
Volunteer Firefighter
We're committed to helping our community stay safe from fire.
We're committed to helping our community stay safe from fire.
If you would like to sign up for a free Home Fire Safety Visit, please fill out the form below.
If you would like to sign up for a free Home Fire Safety Visit, please fill out the form below.