Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms
Regular alarm testing is your responsibility
You should test the smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms in your property once a month, as it is your responsibility to do this as a tenant.
Your home should have:
- A working smoke alarm on every level.
- A carbon monoxide alarm in every room where a fixed fuel-burning appliance is present (e.g., gas or solid fuel boiler, gas or solid fuel fire).
How to test the alarms:
- Press the test/hush button in the centre of the alarm for up to 10 seconds.
- Smoke alarms are interlinked, so testing one should trigger all hardwired smoke alarms in the property.
- Carbon monoxide alarms are separate from smoke alarms to help identify which device has been triggered.
Adequate ventilation is essential for gas appliances to burn properly, ensure that the provided ventilation is clear and that any chimneys or flues within your home are clear or unblocked.
Important
- Do not ignore a beeping alarm – this may indicate a fault or low battery.
- Ensure adequate ventilation for gas appliances to burn properly. Keep vents, chimneys, and flues clear and unblocked.
Alarm Faults
- If any alarm develops a fault, contact us immediately on: 01636 650000
Alarm Installation
- If a carbon monoxide alarm is not installed in your property, please contact us to arrange installation
If you are deaf or hard of hearing
If you are a Newark and Sherwood District Council tenant and you have difficulty hearing the sounding alarms or your circumstances have changed, please contact us as soon as possible for further assistance.
Other Information
You can contact us in the following ways:
- Manage your appointments via MyHome
- Contact us
Related Links
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue provide more information on smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors, please visit their website here: