The most important update to the smoke alarm safety standards (known as the UL 217, 8th edition), which went into effect in 2024, means that new alarms are better at detecting both smoldering and ...

“It’s a simple step that could save lives.”For homes with hard-wired smoke alarm systems, the NOFD advises replacing the 9-volt backup batteries. For those relying on older stand-alone 9 ...

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