massacusetts smoke alarms: Understanding the New Massacusetts Smoke Alarm Regulation
- 11/30/09 01:29 AM
Effective January 1, 2010, a new regulation relating to the installation and maintenance of smoke detectors will take effect in Massachusetts. While this information is intended to give you a basic understanding of the change, if you have any questions regarding this regulation please check with your local fire department. There are currently two primary detection methods in use in modern smoke detectors: photoelectric and ionization. Ionization detectors typically have a constant current running between two electrodes and when smoke interrupts the current, the alarm sounds. Unfortunately, ionization detectors are prone to false alarms in areas near kitchens and bathrooms as … (0 comments)
Effective January 1, 2010, a new regulation relating to the installation and maintenance of smoke detectors will take effect in Massachusetts. While this information is intended to give you a basic understanding of the change, if you have any questions regarding this regulation please check with your local fire department.;)
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