To establish procedures for the use of the duress alarm system at
the Alapai headquarters.
DURESS ALARMS
A. Duress alarms are designed to summon immediate
assistance from uniformed officers to handle
emergencies.
D. Elements that have alarms are responsible for training
and orienting all personnel in their operation.
Personnel trained to use the alarm are responsible for
compliance with procedures governing its use.
ACTIVATION OF ALARM
A. The Central Receiving Division is responsible for
monitoring the system and responding to all activations
in a timely manner.
B. When a duress alarm is activated,
1. If there is immediate danger,
2. If the activation is a false alarm,
DEACTIVATION OF ALARM
A. After each activation,
B. The alarm response team will complete and submit all
necessary reports before the end of its tour of duty.