Timberlake Knox Box Application

References from the 2006 International Fire Code

Key Boxes: Where access to or within a structure or an area is restricted because of secured openings or where immediate access is necessary for life-saving or fire-fighting purposes, the fire chief is authorized to require a key box to be installed in an approved location. The key box shall be of an approved type and shall contain keys to gain necessary access as required by the fire code official. (IFC 506.1)

Locks: An approved lock shall be installed on gates or similar barriers when required by the fire code official. (IFC 506.1.1)

The Timberlake Fire Protection District has implemented a key box system as authorized by the 2006 International Fire Code (IFC) Section 506.1. We use the Knox Box system where the fire department has a secured master key that fits into a key vault, padlock, or key switch that is mounted on a structure or gate. The master key that opens these locks is secured in the fire apparatus and can only be released through a secured keypad combination that is issued per individual.

When ordering a knox box component for your property, be sure to download the application below and specify system code PS-09-0061-08-03 . Once your knox box component arrives, contact the fire department to open the vault or pad lock to secure your building/property keys.

If you change keys to your building/property, please contact the Timberlake Fire Protection District as soon as possible to also update they keys kept in the Knox Box vault.