Knox Box Program

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Residental Knox Box Program

The Residential lock box program is designed to allow access to homes during medical or other emergencies where the occupant is unable to open the door. The lock box program also reduces the likelihood of property damage caused by first responders forcing entry into a home in response to an emergency call.

This is a voluntary program for residential properties served by the Tubac Fire District. In this program the building owner/occupant installs a residential lock box on their home to secure a key(s) for use by the fire department in an emergency where the occupant is unable to open the door. Homes having these boxes will be noted in the CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) system at the 911 Center. This allows responders to know that the home or facility is equipped with a lock box. This information is immediately sent to computers in fire trucks and station printers as soon as an emergency call is dispatched. However, purchasing and installing a residential lock box does not entitle the homeowner to a "lock out service". Specifically what this means is if a homeowner accidently locks themselves out of their home, the fire department will not provide the homeowner access to their residence using the lock box program.

What kind of lock box should I purchase?

A: Only keyed lock boxes are accepted.

How do I get a Lock Box

A: Residential lock boxes are available for purchase online at https://www.knoxbox.com/Products/Residential-KnoxBoxes. The cost is approximately $170.

Who installs the box?

A: You are responsible for installing your lock box or hiring someone to install it for you. It should be securely fastened to your home to prevent someone from removing it. The fire department does not provide installation services but we are available to consult on the location of the box.

Where do I have the lock box installed?

A: The top of the lock boxes should be installed between 48" and 60" above finished grade. Lock boxes should be immediately visible and accessible to emergency responders. Do not install lock boxes behind bushes, gates or other obstacles.

What do I do once my box is installed?

A: Contact the Tubac Fire District at (520)398-2255 to have the key to your front door placed inside the box. Fill out the Residential Lock Box Release of Liability Form below entirely and submit.

Residential Lock Box Release of Liability Form

Resident Physical Address Line 1 (required)

Address Line 2 (required)

City (required)

State (required)

Zip Code (required)

Location of the Box (required)

Lock Box Contents (required)

Front Door Keys

Medical Information

Other

Description of other contents:

Contact Information

Phone (###-###-####) (required)

Email (required)

Terms and Conditions - Please check all to indicate you have read understand:

I understand it is my responsibility to contact the Tubac Fire District if the information entered changes or if I no longer need my lock box. (required)

Agree

I understand this program is NOT a "lock out service" for me, my family or my friends. Only emergency personnel and actual participants will be granted access. I voluntarily agree to assume full responsibility for providing the correct key at all times. I understand that in the event of a time sensitive situation or malfunction of the lock box, emergency personnel may not have time to use the lock box. In those situations the undersigned agree that emergency personnel shall have the right to exercise their discretion to gain entry to the home. (required)

Agree

In consideration of my participation in purchasing a residential lock box, the undersigned, to the fullest extent permitted by law, hereby agrees for the undersigned and the undersigned's heirs and representatives, to indemnify and hold harmless the Tubac Fire District and their respective employees, officers, and attorneys from and against any and all claims, suits, judgments, losses, damages, personal injuries (including but not limited to death), or liability(including reasonable attorney's fees), directly or indirectly arising from or in connection with the undersigned's participation in the purchasing a residential lock box. The undersigned acknowledges and agrees that the undersigned's participation in the purchasing of a residential lock box is voluntary. I also understand and agree that purchasing a residential lock box is not intended in any way whatsoever to create or impose a special duty on the Tubac Fire District and their respective employees, officers, and attorneys regarding the undersigned's safety or well-being. (required)

Agree

By entering my name I agree to all terms and conditions and wish to enroll in the Residential Lock Box Program:

First Name (required)

Last Name (required)

Date (required)

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Residental Knox Box Program

Residential Lock Box Release of Liability Form

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