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Smoke Detector & CO Detector Compliance Checklist

Ensure resident safety and avoid costly fines. This checklist guarantees your rental properties meet critical smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector compliance requirements - simplifying inspections and protecting your business.

This Template was installed 4 times.

Initial Installation Verification

1 of 6

Confirms detectors were properly installed during construction or initial property setup.

Original Installation Date

Detector Type (Smoke, CO, Combination)

Number of Smoke Detectors Installed

Number of CO Detectors Installed

Detector Placement Verified (Per Code)

Notes on Initial Installation (e.g., deviations from standard)

Detector Inventory & Location

2 of 6

Maintains a detailed record of detector types, locations, and installation dates.

Detector ID

Detector Type (Smoke/CO)

Serial Number

Wattage (if applicable)

Installation Date

Specific Location (e.g., Master Bedroom, Kitchen)

Floor Number (if applicable)

Annual Testing & Maintenance

3 of 6

Documents the dates and results of annual testing and any required maintenance (battery replacement, cleaning, etc.).

Date of Last Test

Time of Test

Battery Voltage (if applicable)

Detector Sounded During Test?

Detector Functioning Properly?

Notes/Observations (e.g., unusual sounds, error messages)

Photo/Video Evidence (optional)

Date of Next Scheduled Test

Tenant Notification & Education

4 of 6

Tracks communication with tenants regarding detector functionality and tenant responsibilities.

Notification Method (e.g., Letter, Email, In-Person)

Date of Tenant Notification

Notification Content – Smoke Detector

Notification Content – CO Detector

Number of Units Notified

Topics Covered in Notification

Copy of Notification Document (if applicable)

Record Keeping & Documentation

5 of 6

Ensures all inspection results, maintenance records, and tenant communications are properly documented and readily accessible.

Inspection Date

Inspection Notes & Observations

Detector Battery Voltage (if applicable)

Supporting Documentation (e.g., photos, receipts)

Detector Functionality Status

Inspector Signature

Inspector Name

Compliance with Local Regulations

6 of 6

Verifies adherence to all relevant local ordinances and building codes regarding smoke and CO detector requirements.

Summary of Applicable Local Ordinances

Detector Type Requirements (e.g., Photoelectric, Ionization)

Required Detector Placement Frequency (e.g., Every X Bedrooms)

Last Regulatory Update Check Date

Interconnected Smoke/CO Detector Requirement?

Copy of Relevant Local Ordinance(s)

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