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KNOX Box/Padlocks
You can now order KNOX® boxes and locks directly from the KNOX® website. Please select IRVING FIRE DEPT as your local department when ordering.
Please remember the following guidelines when ordering:
- Knox boxes must have a tamper switch tied to the fire alarm system as a supervisory signal.
- Knox boxes may be surface or recess mounted 3 to 5 feet from the floor to the bottom of the box.
- Ensure enough Fire Department reflective alert decals have been ordered to be placed on every exterior door. (Part # 1001 listed under Knox accessories).
- When the box has been installed (location must be approved by the Fire Department) and the tamper switch is connected, call (972) 721-2651 to schedule the fire inspector to load it with your building access cards and keys.
- Knox Padlocks must be dual keyed for Irving Police Department access.
Step-by-step instructions for ordering a KNOX Box:
- Enter “Irving” under the "To purchase Knox products, please enter your local fire department/agency below" option.
- Select Irving Fire Dept (DO NOT SELECT THE IRVING FIRE DEPT POLICE AND FIRE ACCESS).
- Select the box you would like to purchase.
- When you order, make sure you select the “tamper switch” option.
- Your Knox Box purchase will be approved by IFD.
- Install Knox Box. Knox boxes must have a tamper switch tied to the fire alarm system as a supervisory signal.
- When the box has been installed (location must be approved by the Fire Department) and the tamper switch is connected, call (972) 721-2651 to schedule the fire inspector to load it with your building access cards and keys.
Contact Us
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Derek Austin
Fire Marshal
HALEY HARSHA
Assistant Fire Marshal
P: (972) 721-2651
F: (972) 721-4864
- What type of application do I need for my plan submittal? What do I need to submit?
- Where can I find a fee schedule of permits?
- What number do I call to schedule a fire inspection?
- I need a Knox Box application. How do I obtain one?
- How do I obtain a copy of a fire report or fire investigation?
- How do I set up a Fire Drill for my business or school?
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