smoke detector test
Safety device verification
A smoke detector test is the periodic check to verify that a smoke alarm is functioning properly, typically done by pressing and holding a test button on the device until it beeps.
Building codes and safety guidelines recommend monthly testing.
The phrase also describes the jarring experience of someone testing a detector nearby: I thought there was a fire, but it was just a smoke detector test.
- alarmUrgent warning signal
- beepShort electronic tone
- batteryPortable electricity storage
- ceilingRoom's upper surface
- chirpShort, high avian sound
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- safety checksfire drill, seatbelt check, inspection, x-ray scan, brake test
- Safety Inspectionssafety audit, fire inspection, building inspection, vehicle inspection, inspector
- maintenancepreventive maintenance, maintenance schedule, scheduled maintenance, handyman, repair
smoke detector testfire drill
Emergency evacuation practice
evacuation drill · safety inspection · emergency evacuation · fire suppression
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