Knox Box loaner program
If you or a loved one could find it difficult to get to the door to provide entry for emergency responders such as police, fire fighters and EMS personnel, the department’s Residential Knox Box Program may be the answer. Residents of Helena Township can take advantage of this program, which provides for the installation of a secure key vault outside your door. Emergency responders can open the vault with a special master key, and retrieve the key to your home from inside.
The department will install the Knox Box at no charge. When you move, or no longer require the Knox Box, the Fire Department will retrieve it.
To sign up for this program and have a Knox Box installed at your home, or if you would like additional information, please contact Chief Fabiano at 231-331-4204. For information on Knox Box products, please visit www.knoxbox.com.
Residential and Business Knox Boxes
The South Torch Lake Fire Department utilizes the “Knox Box” key storage system to gain rapid, non-destructive access to your residence or business. Only the South Torch Lake Fire Department is able to gain access to the Knox Box. These boxes are secure, may be connected to your burglar alarm system, and are listed by Underwriters Laboratory. Both Commercial and Residential key boxes can be ordered directly from the Knox Box website. The size and type of box are based on your needs.
Should you change the locks to your business or home, contact the Fire Department at your earliest convenience to make arrangements for us to change the key(s) inside your Knox Box. If you have questions about a Knox Box or want to learn more about the box please contact the Fire Department at 231-331-4204
Commercial KnoxBox
Keys to vital areas of your business are required to be placed within the KnoxBox. Vital areas include the main entry door, an interior master key, roof hatches, and fire sprinkler rooms. The Fire Department understands that the cost of a key is often far less than the cost of repairing a damaged door or frame. Knox Boxes are able to be ordered directly from KnoxBox.com. If your Knox Box is capable of holding additional keys, they can be placed in the box as well. After you’ve installed the box, contact the Fire Department at 231-331-4204 to make arrangements for securing your keys inside.
Residential KnoxBox
Besides out Knox Box Loaner Program for residents with medical issues, the Fire Department allows residents the ability to purchase a residential KnoxBox for installation on their residence. Residents are able to order the box directly from the Knox Box website in a variety of options and colors. Once ordered, the box will ship directly to you. After you’ve installed the box, contact the Fire Department at 231-331-4204 to make arrangements for securing your key inside.