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WINDOW SAFETY COMPLIANCE
ASQB is proud to be the market leading experts in child window safety, currently servicing
greater Sydney, NSW
First introduced in 2013, the NSW Child Window Safety Legislation made it mandatory for Owners’ Corporations to install child window safety devices to all high-risk windows in their property or risk personal liability.
Having installed window safety devices in over 100,000 homes, and backed by over 25 years of residential and commercial construction experience, ASQB has been at the forefront of window safety compliance since legislation was first introduced in 2013.
We understand the importance of keeping children safe around high risk windows, and are committed to helping strata managers, owners’ corporations, home owners', and building and property managers meet their ongoing legal obligations.
Our dedicated team are always at the ready to manage your window safety compliance needs.
OUR SERVICES
SITE ASSESSMENT AND RISK MANAGEMENT AUDIT
This service includes an internal/external site inspection and assessment where we will identify your high-risk windows. A detailed risk management report will be formulated, outlining all the best compliance solutions for your building, and the necessary actions required to achieve full compliance
*this service can be requested as a standalone service, purely as a risk management report or property exemption report, or, can form part of our complete supply & installation service
SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF NEW CHILD WINDOW SAFETY DEVICES
From site inspection to compliance certification, our team will manage your entire installation roll out. This includes:
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Providing our clients with a detailed execution plan of works
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Taking and managing bookings for the installation day
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Following up to complete units that were unavailable
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Providing our clients with detailed compliance certificates and documentation
Learn more HERE
From small and simple jobs to large-scale installations, we have a diverse range of window safety devices and compliance solutions to suit every type of window, including steel windows.
Learn more about our steel windows solution HERE
ONGOING SAFETY COMPLIANCE
AUDITS & RECERTIFICATION
For Strata Managers and Owners' Corporations
This service ensures child window devices are regularly inspected and tested against relevant legislation to safeguard their effectiveness. This will enable any faulty devices to be identified, and rectified, whilst also maintaining a detailed and up-to-date compliance record for your property, thereby minimising any risk
Our certification includes
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Force Testing
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Detailed documentation of works performed
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Photographic evidence
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ASQB recommends having window safety devices audited annually, at a minimum.
Learn more HERE
END OF LEASE WINDOW SAFETY COMPLIANCE CHECKS
For Property Managers
During a lease, the risk of window safety devices becoming non-compliant, or going missing, is high. This service ensures all relevant legislative criteria is met via a thorough inspection, device testing, and on the spot repairs & replacements, to form part of your end of lease condition report.
ASQB recommends having window safety devices audited annually, or as part of your condition reporting
Learn more HERE
EDUCATION AND AWARENESS RESOURCES
ASQB is passionate about protecting children in the community through window safety education and
awareness.
We have created a range of educational resources to assist our clients with understanding and explaining their legislative obligations. Feel free to download these HERE
We’d love to work with you. Let us know how we can help.
02 97857893 info@asqb.com.au
Supply and Installation of New Child Window Safety Devices
Meet your Window Safety Compliance requirements with our simple 3 Step Process
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FREE SITE ASSESSMENT
Contact us for a free site assessment where we will identify your high-risk windows.
We will then provide you a quote, and outline the necessary actions required to achieve full window safety compliance.
We offer a diverse range of window safety devices to suit all window types
CLICK HERE to read more about our specialised steel window installation
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SUPPLY AND INSTALL OF DEVICES
Once works are approved, our team will manage the installation roll out from start to finish, this includes;
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Providing our clients with a detailed execution plan of works
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Taking and managing bookings for the installation day
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Following up to complete units that were unavailable
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Providing our clients with detailed compliance certificates and documentation
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COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION
Compliance certificates are issued for each residence we attend, providing our clients with a signed record of all legislative requirements being met.
*Our installations are fully compliant with NSW legislation and include a functionality assessment and force testing
When does a window require a child window safety device?
If the window sill is less than 1.7m above the internal floor, and that floor is 2m or more above the external surface outside, a window safety device must be installed.
Ongoing Safety Compliance Checks
It is essential for Strata Managers and Owners’ Corporations to continue to meet their legal responsibilities through regular inspections, maintenance and testing of window safety devices.
Over time, window safety devices can fail to work effectively, resulting in your windows becoming non-compliant.
This can be a result of:
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Device Misuse
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Device Removal
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General Damage
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Lost Keys
ASQB recommends having window safety devices audited annually, at a minimum
What a Window Safety Compliance Check Involves
The inspection and assessment of every child window safety device throughout a residence
Each window safety device will be checked in accordance with legislative requirements.
If required, on the spot maintenance or replacement of non-compliant child window safety devices will be performed.
A new compliance certificate will be issued for each residence visited.
For Further Details Contact Our Team
02 97857893 info@asqb.com.au
How do I know if my current child window safety devices meet legislative requirements?
A window safety device that meets legal requirements must answer yes to the following questions:
WINDOW SAFETY DEVICE
1. Are the keys present?
2. Can the window be locked in the closed position?
3. Can the window be locked in a vent position less than 12.5cm?
4. When the lock is engaged, can it resist a force greater than 25kg?
GENERAL WINDOW CONDITION : The condition of both the frame and sash should also be considered when assessing the window safety device. If the window does not operate as intended, it should undergo a service to ensure occupants’ safety.
WINDOW SECURITY SCREEN (including bars & safety grills)
1. Are all gaps less than 12.5cm?
2. Can the screen resist an outward pressure of 25kg?
GENERAL WINDOW CONDITION : The condition of both the frame and sash should also be considered when assessing any screens or grills that are attached to them. If the window does not operate as intended, it should undergo a service to ensure occupants’ safety.
If your child window safety devices do not meet the requirements above, get in touch with us today
02 97857893 info@asqb.com.au
Education & Awareness
ASQB has created a range of educational resources to assist our clients with understanding and explaining their legislative obligations
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