Fire Alarm Test
& MaintenancePeriodic test, inspection and maintenance of smoke, heat and CO alarms in domestic premises.

Device life. Domestic smoke and heat alarms typically have a 10-year service life from manufacture; CO alarms typically 5–10 years. Any unit beyond its rated life must be replaced regardless of test result. Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2022 require a smoke alarm on every storey and a CO alarm in every room containing a fixed combustion appliance (other than a gas cooker).

Scope & limitations. This periodic test record covers the routine inspection and functional testing of smoke, heat and carbon-monoxide alarms within the dwelling on the date stated, in line with BS 5839-6:2019+A1:2020 (Grades D/F) and the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2022. Testing is by operation of the integral test button and by interlink confirmation; sensitivity calibration is not performed. Concealed cabling, the integrity of the mains supply, and matters arising after the date of test are excluded. Statutory duties of the Responsible Person under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 are not transferred by this report. HSE Property Checks accepts no liability for non-implementation of the recommendations. © HSE Property Checks 2026 — confidential to the named client.