Items Tagged with 'AVS-01'

The certification enables improved public safety outcomes and enhances alarm system effectiveness.

AVS Level 0 identifies alarm events verified as not requiring a call for service to an emergency communications center. “Get to Zero” translates into disciplined reporting, clear SOPs, practical training, rigorous verification, and collaboration with alarm dealers and public-safety partners.

The introduction of the AVS-01 standard offers a promising solution to many of monitoring’s longstanding challenges.

Highlights from this week's Security News Round-Up.

With this achievement, Vector Security has reportedly become one of less than 10 alarm monitoring companies nationwide to earn this certification.

According to the announcement, the certification further demonstrates SimpliSafe’s commitment to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency responses and enhancing consumer safety through industry collaboration.

Highlights from this week's Security News Round-Up.

Seattle alarm companies were given just two weeks' notice that, starting October 1, the police department will no longer respond to unverified intrusion alarms.

A Parks Associates white paper reveals that most residential security owners prioritize fast and reliable response times when choosing their systems, while highlighting the challenges and innovations security providers face to meet these expectations.

Industry insiders convened at ISC West to discuss AVS-01, a new ANSI-accredited standard aimed at improving alarm validation and enhancing communication between the security sector and public safety agencies.