What is Key Holding and Alarm Response?

Posted on Wednesday 29th June, 2011

Usually two people are required to hold keys to business premises to respond to alarms and to allow for access to your premises should the Alarm system be activated either by a fault or by an intruder.  This will also allow access for the emergency services should they require it.  This is not always convenient or safe for the business owner or employees.  Many businesses and even private residents now choose to pay for a security company to hold their keys and respond to alarms on their behalf, either on a full time or part time basis. 

KEY HOLDING / ALARM RESPONSE


When looking for a security company to hold your keys you need to take into consideration how secure their offices are.  As an example we offer a secure key holding facility at our Brentwood Head office, which is a 24 hour CCTV coverage and fully accountable control room.  Access is controlled by means of swipe cards, locked doors and secure key cabinets; not marked with the client's identity for added protection. 

You need peace of mind knowing your business premises or even your private residential property is being looked after in your absence any time of the day or night.  Ensure the security company you choose will respond to every alarm and will check your premises are secure before they leave. 

On the rare occasion there may be an emergency or break-in, it is better to have a professional security company respond and unlock your premises avoiding risk to you or your staff. 

ALARM ACTIVATION / RESPONSE

There is always the risk that without a professional security response, you, your staff or your family could be at threat from the following;

• Discovering a burglary in progress.
• Be subject to personal Robbery or kidnap.
• Assault
• Criminal damage to your property.
• Avoid lengthy waits for boarding up or emergency services.

With the current climate, it is a known fact that during a recession, crime rates increase dramatically, as criminals become more desperate to secure your personal wealth and belongings. 

A security company should be your first line of response.  Your Alarm/CCTV monitoring company will be monitoring your alarms.  They should then contact the security company who will respond to alarm activation. 

The security company should provide a uniformed officer with your keys to assess the situation, patrol your property and react as required. 

The best security companies will organise glaziers, boarding up services, locksmiths and contact the emergency services where needed.  The security company should also reset your alarm, or if damaged, arrange for an engineer to fix it and making sure before leaving your property is secure. 

Every security company should record and inform you of every call out.  There should also be a log sheet left at your premises and emailed to you accordingly keeping you informed at all times. 

VIP SECURITY SERVICES provides a simple, hassle free and effective key holding and alarm response service that offers real value for money and peace of mind, with a guaranteed response from a highly experienced team of over 22 years experience for any business or private residence. 

We have built our reputation as one of the leading companies in our sector, with the highest security accreditations and an unwavering commitment to quality and service, which is constantly being reviewed, updated and perfected. 

VIP Security Services