Queensland Caravan and Mobile Home Smoke Alarm Legislation

The Queensland government introduced new legislation effective the 1 July 2024, requiring all registered caravans or motorhomes whose registration is commencing or being transferred to have a photoelectric smoke alarm installed. Under the law, a newly registered or transferred caravan or motorhome is required to have a smoke alarm on the ceiling, the smoke alarm must be powered by a 10-year non-removable battery and fit for purpose.

Effective the 1 July 2027, ALL Queensland registered caravans and motorhomes must have a 10 year sealed battery photoelectric smoke alarm installed.

The Quell Caravan and Motorhome alarm, vibration tested and built for tough environments, is designed specifically for campervans, caravans, onsite vans, park vans and annexes.

Built Tough

Traditional smoke alarms are designed to operate in a fixed location within a controlled environment (like a bedroom or living area). The environment inside a caravan or motorhome is more dynamic and often exposed to dust, insects and fluctuations in temperature and vibration due to the nature of their intended use. These common environmental factors can cause traditional smoke alarms to fail prematurely.

The unique architecture of the Quell QC1500 smoke alarm has been carefully selected to endure the rigours of the continuously evolving environmental conditions Australians will experience as they travel in their caravan or motorhome.

Where to install your smoke alarm

QFES recommends placing at least one working photoelectric smoke alarm inside the van where the bed is, and one in the annexe if you sleep there. The smoke alarm should meet Australian Standard 3786-2014.

To learn more about Quell’s Fire Safety offering, visit www.quell.com.au