The Smoke Alarm Smart Switch protects not just the wider community, but also the disability sector, says Michelle Baily, CEO of SKS Community, an NSW Central Coast-based organisation.
“I am amazed and impressed of how the Smoke Alarm Smart Switch can help people who are not always aware of their environment; the automatic capability to stop a house fire is a must in their homes,” says Michelle.
Electrical faults and appliances are one of the main causes of house fires, as stated on the NSW Fire website www.fire.nsw.gov.au.
With thousands of house fires in Australia every year this presents a real threat to the community.
The disabled community who are affected by the risk of a home fire is very diverse, ranging from the young, middle aged, elderly and people who live with a disability.
As Michelle says, “The automatic capability to stop a house fire is a must in their homes.”
“With over 4 million people living with a disability, the impact of the Smoke Alarm Smart Switch will save lives!”
“As kitchen fires account for over 50% of house fires, the ability of the Smoke Alarm Smart Switch to turn off the gas and electricity supply by using a standard smoke alarm is a real win for the community as a whole,” says David Frappell director of 2linkinnovations.