Wireless Interlinked Smoke Detectors: A Smarter Way to Meet Fire Safety Regulations

Meeting fire safety regulations means having interlinked smoke detectors for many homes, villages, and multi-unit dwellings. This ensures that all alarms sound simultaneously when one alarm is triggered, providing maximum warning time. However, installing wired interlinked alarms can be costly, disruptive, or impractical, especially in older homes or buildings where electrical wiring is not feasible.

INS LifeGuard now offers a 10-year Lithium Wireless Smoke Detector Solution, ideal for clients who cannot install hardwired alarms. This system includes:

• Wireless 10-Year Battery-Powered Smoke Detectors
• Smart Wireless Interlink Hub for seamless connectivity
• Remote Test & Hush Controller for convenient operation

What is an Interlinked Smoke Detector?

An interlinked smoke detector is a smoke alarm that connects with other alarms in the system. When one detects smoke, all interconnected alarms activate simultaneously, ensuring everyone in the building is alerted, no matter where they are.



The Importance of Interlinked Smoke Detectors: Lessons from the Quakers Hill Tragedy

A key driver behind stricter smoke alarm regulations in Australia was the tragic Quakers Hill Nursing Home fire in 2011. The fire, which claimed the lives of 11 elderly residents, exposed critical shortcomings in fire safety, particularly the lack of mandatory interconnected smoke alarms and automatic sprinkler systems in aged care facilities at the time.

Following this tragedy, governments across Australia introduced new laws requiring interconnected smoke alarms in residential settings. These regulations ensure that when one alarm is triggered, all alarms sound, giving residents and caregivers maximum time to respond.

The Challenge: Interlinked Smoke Detectors & Compliance

Many jurisdictions mandate that homes with multiple smoke detectors must have them interlinked to ensure that all alarms in the property sound simultaneously if one alarm is triggered. While 240V mains-powered interlinked smoke detectors have been the traditional solution, their installation requires professional wiring, which can be:

• Expensive – Electrical work and additional wiring costs can quickly add up.
• Disruptive – Retrofitting wired alarms into existing properties often requires invasive modifications.
• Impractical – Wiring constraints can make traditional interlinked systems unfeasible in heritage buildings, rental properties, or large multi-unit developments.



The Solution: Integrated Wireless Smoke Detection with INS LifeGuard

Previously, we could only offer 240V mains-connected smoke detectors that required wiring for interconnection. Now, the PSA Lifesaver 6000DCW series provides an advanced wireless smoke alarm system that eliminates the need for physical wiring while delivering full interconnectivity and compliance with fire safety regulations.



Key Features & Benefits

• Wireless Interconnection – Connect up to 24 smoke alarms without wiring, ensuring full property coverage.
• 10-Year Lithium Battery – Sealed, maintenance-free, and long-lasting power supply.
• Photoelectric Sensor Technology – Detects slow, smouldering fires more effectively than ionisation alarms.
• Smart Interlink Hub – Enables seamless wireless interconnection between alarms and additional safety devices.
• Remote Test & Hush Control – The LIF6000THL Remote Controller allows users to test or silence alarms without needing a ladder.
• Meets Australian Standards – Fully compliant with AS3786:2014 and AS4268:2017, ensuring regulatory approval.

Ideal for Various Settings

This wireless smoke detection system is perfect for:



• Homes & Multi-Unit Dwellings – Helps homeowners comply with fire safety laws without costly electrical work.
• Retirement Villages & Assisted Living – Ensures fire safety while making maintenance easier.
• Rental Properties & Heritage Homes – Provides effective fire safety without modifying the building structure.
• Property Managers & Facility Operators – Enables simple and scalable safety upgrades.

INS LifeGuard Smoke Alarm Monitoring: 24/7 Protection

When smoke or fire is detected, an alert will automatically be sounded in your home. At the same time, our 24/7 Emergency Response Centre is notified, ensuring a rapid response. We will immediately alert emergency services if necessary, providing essential protection when every second counts.



Key Features of INS LifeGuard Monitoring

• Automatic Emergency Response – Immediate action is taken when an alarm is triggered.
• Wireless Installation – Simple and efficient setup with minimal disruption.
• Sealed Lithium Battery – Powers the smoke alarm and radio module, eliminating frequent battery replacements.
• Reliable Signal Transmission – Ensures alerts reliably reach our monitoring centre.
• Tamper-Resistant Design – Prevents easy removal or accidental disconnection.

Why Choose INS LifeGuard?

• Rapid Fire Detection – Homes with monitored smoke detectors detect fires faster and reduce casualty rates.
• Immediate Emergency Response – A local alarm sounds if a fire is detected, and our monitoring centre alerts emergency services if needed.
• Hassle-Free Installation – Wireless setup ensures immediate and automatic protection without hardwiring.
• Long-Term Reliability – A 10-year battery life means reduced maintenance and lower replacement costs.

Future-Proof Your Fire Safety with INS LifeGuard

Paired with INS LifeGuard’s in-home personal alarm monitoring service, our wireless smoke detectors provide an extra layer of protection. This ensures that not only are alarms sounded locally, but emergency services can be contacted immediately when needed.

Call 1800 636 040 to learn more about INS LifeGuard’s monitored wireless smoke detectors and how they can improve fire safety in your retirement village, home or facility.