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What Is a Duress Alarm?

 Duress alarms (commonly known as panic buttons) are personal devices designed to keep individuals safe. These alarms are particularly beneficial to lone workers, professionals such as doctors or health care workers working alone, individuals working after hours or outside business hours, as well as anyone in a potentially risky situation without immediate help nearby. Pressing a duress alarm sends a signal directly to a central monitoring station where a team of trained professionals respond. They are able to identify threats, assess emergency assistance needs and contact appropriate responders as soon as possible - sometimes the person activating it can even talk directly with them through microphone, providing them with access to help while in danger. Duress alarms can be set off either manually by pressing a button, or automatically after a specified period of inactivity. Staff members may prefer either an audible or silent alarm depending on their particular needs; there are various models on the market including pressure mats that activate when someone steps on them, voice-activated systems which recognize specific verbal commands, and standard push buttons; all users must receive proper training on how to operate these alarms correctly as well as knowing where their devices are situated. At a time of ever-increasing threats, organizations must remain vigilant to keep their staff secure and ensure they can quickly alert security or law enforcement in case of an incident. In airports, railway stations, bus terminals or any public spaces, incidents ranging from unruly passengers with guns or potential terror threats to contamination issues at water treatment plants to trespassing incidents can put personnel in an uncomfortable situation that necessitates alerting security or law enforcement quickly in case something occurs that compromises security measures. Duress alarms that alert responders and those nearby can make all the difference when it comes to keeping employees safe. The most suitable alarms include features that allow the user to communicate directly with an on-site security personnel team or responders, while also being compatible with video surveillance systems and access control solutions so all response teams are immediately aware of an emergency when it occurs. As part of your evaluation of duress alarms, it's essential that you consider their ability to integrate seamlessly into your existing security infrastructure, and how their cost compares to providing peace of mind to employees. An investment that could save lives should certainly be given consideration today, so reach out to PASS Security to see how incorporating one could benefit your workplace today - we offer installations, monitoring and servicing throughout St Louis Missouri and beyond! lone worker devices

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