The Residential Knox Box Program is provided to those in our community who are concerned about access to them or their property in the event of an emergency. This allows first responders to enter unassisted and a method of securing the residence when leaving. The benefits are quicker response into the residence and reduce stress and worry for the owner/occupant.
The Residential Knox Box Program is an extension of the Knox Rapid Entry System used now at commercial properties throughout the United States. This rapid entry system has been in use for over 30 years. Over 10,000 city and governmental agencies use the Knox Residential System.
This system is designed to assist fire departments in providing assistance to individuals of all ages. The Residential Knox System protects from forced entry damage and also provides for easily securing the residence when leaving.
Fire department has exclusive access to the box and will use the system only in the event of an emergency.
Examples of uses:
Persons with a history of medical problems
Persons recuperating from surgeries
Persons with reoccurring medical problems
Persons living alone
Those who leave their homes for extended periods
Anyone with a medical alert system
Medical and emergency contact information can also be placed in the box
Any home with a fire alarm system
REQUIREMENTS
All boxes are to be registered with East Manatee Fire Rescue.
Boxes are to be purchased and installed by the user.
Order forms are available at East Manatee Fire Rescue Administration Building.
Completed forms along with payment are to be returned to East Manatee Fire Rescue.
Once reviewed the form along with payment information will be mailed to the Knox Company by East Manatee Fire Rescue.
Delivery of box will be to your residence, not East Manatee Fire Rescue.
Installation is to be on or near the front door.
When the box is installed call East Manatee Fire Rescue at 751-5611.
Keys will be placed in the box by a representative of East Manatee Fire Rescue.
In the event that the user changes the locks and is keyed differently the user is responsible for notifying East Manatee Fire Rescue to place the new key in the box.
User is also responsible for notifying East Manatee Fire Rescue when the box is no longer being used.