Instructions for Alarm Panels

Arming the Alarm

The last person leaving an area should set the alarm. To do so:

  1. Stand still in front of the panel until the green light goes on. All door & window contacts must be closed, and the motion sensors must be detecting no motion.
  2. Press reset.
  3. Enter your access code.
  4. Press On/Off.
  5. The panel will start beeping; you have 30 seconds to leave.

Dis-arming the Alarm

If the alarm is armed when you open the door:

  1. The panel will start buzzing; you have 60 seconds to enter an access code before the alarm goes off.
  2. Press reset.
  3. Enter your access code.
  4. Press On/Off.

Correcting Errors

If you set the alarm in error:

  1. Attempt to reset the alarm.
  2. Contact Campus Security at +1 (604) 822-2222, apprise them of the situation, and remain in the area until they arrive.
  3. If you were unable to reset the alarm, contact the Mech Office to request their assistance until Campus Security arrives: