Consumer Protection Before You Buy

FARA Publications Consumer Protection Before You Buy Return to Publication List If you are considering purchasing an alarm system, do your homework first! By taking a little time now, you can avoid potential problems...

Audio Video Verification

FARA Publications Audio Video Verification Return to Publication List When utilized in an electronic security application, audio and video verification allows the monitoring center to either “hear” or “see” into the protected premise to determine if an intruder is...

Appropriate Use Of Duress Hold-up And Panic Alarms

FARA Publications Appropriate Use Of Duress Hold-up And Panic Alarms Return to Publication List Duress, hold-up and panic alarms are designed to allow alarm users to activate the system under specific emergency situations when they are unable to dial 911. It is very...

Pests Can Cause False Alarms

FARA Publications Pests Can Cause False Alarms Return to Publication List Law enforcement routinely responds to burglar alarms triggered by pests including: birds, rodents and insects. This response is costly and ties up public safety resources. In some instances, the...

What’s An Alarm User To Do – Alarm User Responsibility

FARA Publications What’s An Alarm User To Do – Alarm User Responsibility Return to Publication List Being an owner or operator of an alarm system, or an employee of a business that is equipped with an alarm, brings with it certain...