Schools need effective emergency response systems to address increasing threats. This document provides 5 tips for selecting and implementing a duress alarm system: 1) Determine what features best meet the school's needs, such as mobility and wireless connectivity. 2) Consider all areas that need coverage, including outside locations. 3) Identify who needs access, such as teachers, administrators, and security officers. 4) Check that the system integrates with existing communication systems. 5) Budget for a strong system that provides needed features without being too costly.

1. 5 Tips for Successfully Implementing a Duress
Alarm System in Your Schools

2. Frequent Attacks on Schools
Unfortunately school emergencies are becoming a more frequent part of our lives.
Schools need to be more prepared for a serious emergency like;
An Active Shooter
Bomb Threats
Medical Emergencies
Fights
Bad Weather

3. What Features Best Meet Your District's Needs?
Duress Alarm Systems offer many
features such as; mobility, wireless,
mobile connection, and more.
It’s important to determine what
features and functionality is actually
most important to your school.

4. What Areas Need Coverage?
Emergencies don’t always happen in the classroom
or main office.
Events normally begin in parking lots, stairwells,
hallways, or outside of the normal reach of your
PA system.
Take all of these lesser protected areas into
consideration when determining which Duress
system is better for your school

5. Who Needs Access to the System?
Training is essential for those who need access to
the system;
Teachers
Administrators
Security Officers
But, you’ll want to acquire a system that’s easy to
use in case a young student needs access to it.

6. Does it Integrate Well With Existing Systems?
You can choose a Duress alarm that is your only
security system, but it may need to work with your
current communications system.

7. Do You Have a Budget for Your Duress Alarm System?
As you plan your budget for the school year
remember to include numbers for a strong duress
alarm system.
Luckily there are systems that have all the features
you need without a hefty price-tag.
You may have to balance features and functions,
but you’ll be able to find something for your
school.

8. Summary
While everyone hopes that you never have to use your Duress alarm
system it brings comfort and added protection to everyone in and visiting
your school.
Your system may even stop an unwanted guest from entering your school
in the first place.