Executive summary: This is an independent Wanlin Fire editorial explanation of current material published by Service-Public.fr and Légifrance. The official source remains authoritative.
What does the official source establish?
- French housing rules require at least one standardised smoke detector in each dwelling.
- The official installation text prefers circulation or access areas serving bedrooms.
- A detector may be battery powered or use dwelling power when an emergency backup supply is provided.
- The owner is responsible for installation; maintenance and renewal responsibilities generally fall to the occupant, with specific rental checks for the owner.
What should a buyer, designer or integrator verify?
- Verify the current DAAF marking and conformity evidence for the exact model.
- Plan location from sleeping-room circulation while following the official text and manufacturer instructions.
- For rental programmes, define installation, inventory check, maintenance and renewal duties in writing.
Official source and evidence boundary
Jurisdiction: France
Issuing body: Service-Public.fr and Légifrance
Official source: Read the current official publication
Reviewed by: Wanlin Fire Technical Team
This page is not legal advice, product approval or a substitute for the current law, code, standard, fire engineer or authority having jurisdiction. Verify the latest official text and project conditions before specifying, importing or installing equipment.
Frequently asked questions
How many detectors are required?
The cited national rule requires at least one standardised smoke detector in each dwelling.
Who installs the detector?
The owner is responsible for installation under the cited housing provisions.
Can a mains-powered detector be used?
Yes, where it has backup power able to operate during an electrical failure.
Product-selection record
Record the exact model, sensing method, alarm output, power source, interconnection, listing or approval, label language, installation environment, maintenance interval and responsible authority. A product catalogue or overseas certificate alone does not establish compliance.