When choosing roller blinds for your Central Coast home, design, light control, and privacy often come first. But there’s another critical factor every homeowner should consider — roller blind chain safety and compliance with Australian Standards. Beyond style and comfort, ensuring your blinds are installed in accordance with national roller blind chain safety guidelines protects children, pets, and visitors from preventable hazards.

Roller blinds rely on a chain or cord system that allows smooth adjustment of height and tension. However, loose chains can pose a strangulation risk to young children and infants. Over the years, incidents across Australia have led to stronger national safety laws, making it a legal requirement for installers and retailers to provide compliant fittings and safety devices.

At The Blind Crew, every roller blind we install — whether it’s blockout, light-filtering, sheer, or double roller blinds — is fitted using approved tensioning devices that fully comply with current Australian Standards (AS/NZS 60335.2.97 and ACCC Safety Requirements 2022) for roller blind chain safety. We believe good design should never come at the cost of safety.

All roller blinds installed by The Blind Crew comply with the Australian Standards and ACCC safety requirements for corded internal window coverings, ensuring every chain or cord system is fitted safely and securely.

Under the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) regulations, all new internal window coverings must include specific roller blind chain safety features and installation practices. These requirements apply to chain- or cord-operated blinds, including roller, Roman, and Venetian styles.

Key requirements include:

1. Secure Chain Tensioners: All continuous loop chains must be fixed with an approved tensioning or breakaway device that prevents a loop from forming.
2. Minimum Height Clearance: Chains must be installed at least 1.6 metres above the floor, out of reach of small children.
3. Mandatory Warning Tags: Every product must include permanent warning labels detailing proper use and associated risks.
4. Installer Obligations: Professional installers must fix the chain tensioner to the wall or window frame using the correct hardware, ensuring compliance at handover.
5. Retailer Accountability: Suppliers and retailers are legally obligated to provide compliant hardware and clear safety instructions with every sale.

Failure to comply can result in fines or product recalls, making it essential to choose a trusted company like The Blind Crew that understands and meets these obligations.

Every custom-made roller blind we produce is installed by trained professionals who understand both the technical and legal aspects of blind safety. We ensure:

• All chains are securely anchored using approved wall-mounted tensioners.
• Installations meet or exceed ACCC safety guidelines.
• No loose cords or hanging loops remain after fitting.
• Homeowners receive guidance on safe operation and ongoing checks.

We’re proud to say that our installations meet AS/NZS 60335.2.97, which governs the mechanical and electrical safety of blinds and shades, and ACCC Consumer Goods (Corded Internal Window Coverings) Safety Standard 2022. Our customers can rest assured that their blinds are not only stylish but safe for families.

To eliminate the risk entirely, many Central Coast homeowners now choose Electric roller blinds. These systems operate using a remote, wall switch, or smart-home integration — no chains required.

Motorised and smart blinds are ideal for:

• Homes with young children or pets
• High or hard-to-reach windows
• Modern minimalist interiors that prefer a clean, uncluttered look

At The Blind Crew, we supply and install motorised blinds that comply with AS/NZS 60335 electrical safety standards, integrating seamlessly with leading smart-home systems such as Google Home and Alexa. These innovations not only enhance safety but also improve energy efficiency by allowing you to automate shade control based on time of day or sunlight intensity.

Even with compliant fittings, ongoing safety awareness is essential. Here are a few recommendations to keep your blinds safe year-round:

1. Inspect tensioners regularly to ensure they remain firmly attached to the wall or frame.
2. Keep furniture, cots, and beds away from windows to prevent children from reaching cords.
3. Avoid connecting chains or cords together — this can create longer loops.
4. Teach older children to use blinds properly and safely.
5. Consider upgrading older blinds that don’t meet today’s safety standards.

If you’re unsure whether your current blinds comply, The Blind Crew can inspect your setup and provide advice on safety upgrades or full replacement options.

Our roller blinds not only meet Australian Standards — they exceed expectations for durability, performance, and design. Every blind is custom-made to your exact measurements, using premium fabrics from trusted collections such as Haven, Solace, Coastra, and SOLUS.

Whether you’re choosing blockout roller blinds for bedrooms or light-filtering fabrics for living areas, your installation will be completed to the highest level of craftsmanship and roller blind chain safety compliance. Our mobile showroom brings the latest designs and safe operating systems directly to your door across the Central Coast and Northern Beaches.

Non-compliant blinds not only pose risks but can also invalidate your home insurance or builder warranty in certain cases. Choosing a licensed, safety-conscious installer protects your investment while giving you peace of mind.

With transparent pricing, expert installation, and free safety inspections, The Blind Crew ensures that every blind in your home performs beautifully — and safely — for years to come.

If you’re updating your window furnishings or moving into a new home, contact The Blind Crew for a free measure and quote. We’ll assess your space, recommend safe and stylish solutions, and install roller blinds that meet all Australian Standards and ACCC requirements.

Enjoy the comfort, control, and confidence that come with properly fitted, safety-compliant roller blinds — installed by local experts who care about your home and family.

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Visit blindcrew.com.au or call 1800 337 338 to schedule your free measure and quote today.