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APPENDIX A–
ALARM SYSTEM NOTICE
Alarm System Limitations
Not
even the most advanced alarm system can guarantee protection against burglary, fire,
or environmental problems. All alarm systems are subject to possible compromise or fail-
ure-to-warn for a variety of reasons.
If sirens are not placed within hearing range of persons sleeping or in remote parts of
the premises, or if they are placed behind doors or other obstacles.
If intruders gain access through unprotected points of entry or areas where sensors
have been bypassed.
If intruders have the technical means of bypassing, jamming, or disconnecting all or
part of the system.
If power to sensors is disconnected or inadequate.
If freeze, flood, or any environmental sensors are not located in areas where the
appropriate condition can be detected.
If smoke does not reach a Smoke Sensor. For example, Smoke Sensors cannot detect
smoke in chimneys, walls, roofs, or smoke blocked by a closed door. Sensors may not
detect smoke on other levels of the building. Sensors may not warn in time when fires
are caused by smoking in bed, explosions, improper storage of flammables, over-
loaded electrical circuits, or other hazardous conditions.
If telephone lines are out of service. Telephone lines are also vulnerable to compro-
mise by any of several means.
Inadequate maintenance is the most common cause of alarm failure. Therefore, test your
system at least once per week to be sure sensors, sirens, and phone communications are all
working correctly.
Although having an alarm system may make you eligible for reduced insurance premiums,
the system is no substitute for insurance.
WARNING: Security devices cannot compensate you for loss of
life or property.
Service
If you have any questions about your system or if you ever need service, please contact
your security consultant.
Company Name______________________________
Phone Number_______________________________
Address____________________________________
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