INTRUDER ALARMs

 
Whenever there is a power cut in Delph, there are a number of intruder alarms which immediately begin to sound. During a power outage, alarm systems should continue to operate as normal via their internal standby battery. Those which go into ‘alarm mode’ would appear to be either very obsolete or are defective, and therefore could be considered to be a nuisance under environmental health legislation. The problem is usually cured by fitting a replacement battery which have a limited life.

Some intruder alarms in the village have been known to sound for more than the permitted 20 minutes. Enforcement action can be taken by the local authority against any alarm which exceeds the 20 minutes.

Clearly there are some intruder alarms in the village which require attention!