The KNOX-BOX® Rapid Entry System is a secure, rapid entry program specifically developed for the fire department. With one master key, you can gain access to commercial and residential property. More than 9,000 departments nationwide use Knox key boxes and vaults, Haz-Mat cabinets, key switches, and padlocks. Many of these departments use Sentralok(tm), the master key security system, to control their master key.

Property owners in your community store entrance keys, access cards and floor plans in high-security Knox-Boxes mounted near their building entrances. Each KNOX-BOX purchased by the property owner is keyed to a single Knox® Master Key controlled by your department.

With the Knox System, there is no cost to the fire department, no waiting for a property owner to unlock the door in the middle of the night, and no forcing the door open to gain entry. The Knox Rapid Entry System reduces response time, property damage and the liability for lost keys.

How fire departments can get started with the Knox Rapid Entry System.

How property owners can order Knox Rapid Entry products

Register for the system with the Knox Company

• Appoint a program coordinator in your department
• Request program materials from the Knox Company
• Educate local citizens on system value and benefits
• Incorporate into building permit/inspection program
• Request a sample ordinance kit from the Knox Company

City Ordinance

Many fire departments using the Knox System have been successful in passing a city ordinance to help implement a public safety program for rapid entry. Knox offers guidelines and sample ordinances to help other interested departments win ordinance approval. Guidelines include:

• Using Knox as a Resource
• Would a Key Box Ordinance be Helpful?
• How to Structure and Ordinance
• Winning Ordinance Approval

Contact us by e-mail or call us at 866-625-4563 for a complete package of ordinance guidelines.

How to Order Knox Products

• Ask your local fire department if they use Knox-Boxes
• If they do, ask them for an Authorization/Order form
• Complete all of the information requested on the form
• Obtain an authorized signature from the fire department
• Send your order with payment to the Knox Company via fax or mail
• You can also click on "Online Purchasing"

If the fire department does not use Knox-Boxes, contact the Knox Company at 866-625-4563 and we'll try to help your local department get started.

The KNOX-BOX Rapid Entry System helps your fire department respond to emergencies quickly and safely. It pays for itself the first time it is used.