Tulsa and OKC Security Systems - False Alarm Prevention Tips

Frequent false alarms in a Tulsa or Oklahoma City security system can negatively affect the business or homeowner as well as the community on a very substantial level. Security system false alarms fees can cost a business greatly. The local community also suffers as police department resources are squandered on false alarms. And what happens if the police department’s earnestness to get to your business or home is weakened because of recurring false alarms? The results could be devastating.

What can OKC and Tulsa business owners do to decrease the number of false alarms in their security system?

First, knowledge is essential. Thoroughly train all employees on how to effectively use the alarm system before they begin using it. Make sure they know how vital conducting pre-arming checks are, all of the company’s opening and closing procedures, how to cancel accidental activations, and which doors to use to enter/exit, the City of Portland police department reported. It’s good to even hold a monthly training session to practice these procedures, ensuring everyone knows the correct pass codes and arming codes.

Theft and burglary often increase during the holidays, but ironically this is also a time when false alarms can become more widespread. It’s thus important to carefully train all temporary holiday employees, Portland police noted. Be careful about schedule changes where inexperienced employees are in charge of arming or disarming the alarm system, they noted, and holiday parties where employees could become thoughtless with the security system.

Make sure the OKC and Tulsa security company knows your current pass codes and all authorized users. Notify them directly of any changes.

For your home, make sure all users of the security system like babysitters, children, or relatives know the pass code and how to correctly use the system.

With both home and commercial security systems in Tulsa or OKC, make sure all doors and windows are locked and secure before arming the security system.

Be careful about items that could accidently activate your motion detectors, Portland police noted, like seasonal decorations, heaters, fans, curtains, plants, pets, etc. Even ceiling vents, large exhaust fans, or overhead doors, that allow entry of birds, they noted, could cause motion detectors to accidently activate. Your security company can recommend choosing and installing motion detectors so as to prevent these kinds of false alarms. 

Make sure your security system is always properly maintained, with working batteries, and serviced. Upgrade old alarm systems to reduce the amount of false alarms. Make sure all your alarm monitoring system equipment is in good, working order and is up-to-date.

Mac Systems, Inc. can recommend the best security system for your Tulsa or OKC property and provide regular testing, inspection, and maintenance. These simple tips can help to prevent costly and even at times dangerous false alarms.