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REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF SMOKE DETECTORS IN ONE/TWO FAMILY DWELLINGS IN ACCORDANCE WITH N.J.A.C. 5:70-4.19

  1. All smoke detectors shall bear label showing the detector has been tested in accordance with Underwriters Laboratories Standard 217.
  1. All smoke detectors shall be either battery operated or permanently wired to a non-switchable circuit of the house current. Plug units are permitted if a restraining device is used at the plug and the outlet is not controlled by a wall switch.
  1. All equipment shall be so located that accidental activation will not be caused by jarring or vibration. 
  1. All equipment shall be so located that accidental activation will not be caused by jarring or vibration. 
  1. All equipment shall be affixed to the wall or ceiling surface in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
  1. At least one detector shall be installed on each level of the dwelling. If there are separate sleeping areas on any level, additional detectors are required in the immediate vicinity of each sleeping area.