False alarms have become a critical problem for police and fire departments. Besides wasting valuable time,
they have become an ever-increasing drain on the resources of many local communities. As
an alarm user please take the time to review
these tips that can save you and local authorities time and money.
Please test your system --- the right way
Its important to test your alarm system frequently
but it is just as
important to make sure you know how
to do it. Always refer to your manual or alarm company instructions. Always make sure that you call
the central station first and make sure the system is put on "test”. Keep in
mind to call them back after you’re done testing
to make sure they received your many signals and that they know you're done testing.
When testing the various parts of your system—including smoke detectors—make
sure the main alarm system is in test mode and
that you have notified the central station or the proper authorities.
By keeping these points in mind, and reviewing your owner’s
manual, you can prevent
a test horn becoming an embarrassing situation, with the police or fire department show up at your front door.
