School Lockdown Alarms
When a threat materialises inside a school, the first 60 seconds determine the outcome. A dedicated Camelott Lockdown System ensures those seconds aren't wasted.
The Split-Second Dilemma
Itās a normal Tuesday. Shouting erupts in the corridor. A pupil bursts into the room holding a weapon. In that instant, a teacherās mind races: Do I intervene, shield the children, or leave the room to find help?
If raising the alert means leaving the room, those are seconds you canāt afford. A classroom-level alarm allows staff to remain with their pupils while alerting the entire site instantly.
The Critical Distinction
Using a "pulsed" fire alarm for lockdown is a dangerous compromise. It leads to evacuation by instinct ā exactly what an intruder expects.
| Feature | Standard Fire Alarm | Camelott Lockdown Alarm |
|---|---|---|
| Intended Action | Evacuation to open space | Immediate Invacuation |
| Signal Recognition | High confusion risk | Instant verbal/tone alerts |
| Activation Points | Corridors / Near Exits | Classroom desks / Wearable fobs |
| Hardware Range | Hardwired restricted | 1km High-Penetration Wireless |
UK Incidents: Evidence of Need
All Saints Catholic High, Sheffield (Feb 2025)
Fatal incident involving Harvey Willgoose. School initiated lockdown; rapid response supported during the lunch break emergency.
Moseley School, Birmingham (Jun 2025)
15-year-old boy stabbed on grounds. Lockdown triggered immediately before 2pm, securing the site for arriving emergency services.
Manor Community Academy, Hartlepool (Apr 2025)
Precautionary lockdown following an assault on a teacher. Immediate signalling prevented any injuries to the pupil body.
Newport High School, Wales (Jan 2025)
Ex-pupil assaulted three staff members. Lockdown triggered immediately, preventing access to student-populated areas.
The Birley Academy, Sheffield (May 2024)
Three people injured by a sharp object. School entered lockdown instantly while police apprehended a suspect for attempted murder.
Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, Wales (Apr 2024)
Two teachers and a pupil stabbed. Lockdown maintained throughout the response; system timing was cited as critical to safety.
Tewkesbury Academy (Jul 2023)
Teacher stabbed after being lured from a classroom. Lockdown lasted several hours during a major armed police operation.
Hardware Tech Specs
| Wireless Frequency | 868MHz High-Security Band (Independent of Wi-Fi) |
| Signal Penetration | Concrete/Steel rated up to 8 floors |
| Alarm Volume | 114dB with multi-tonal selection |
| Battery Backup | 72-hour standby with low-power encryption |
| Anti-Tamper | Encoded signals to prevent jamming or sabotage |
System Capabilities
- Classroom-Level Alert: Triggered without leaving pupils.
- Visual Strobes: For noisy sports halls or workshops.
- Procedural Support: Aligned with UK Protect Duty frameworks.
- One-Touch Protocol: Zero-complexity for high-stress events.
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