As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
ALARM SYSTEM
Any assembly of equipment, mechanical or electrical, device,
or series of devices, including, but not limited to, systems interconnected
via radio frequency signals, arranged or designed to signal an alarm
indicating fire, smoke, excessive heat, or sprinkler water flow in
the occupancy, by emitting or transmitting a remote or local audible,
visual, or electronic signal indicating an alarm condition and that
requires immediate attention and to which the Fire Department is expected
to respond. Alarm systems include devices activated automatically
such as fire, heat, or smoke detectors, water flow alarms and individual
emergency pull stations. "Alarm system" does not include:
A.
Alarm installed on a vehicle.
B.
Alarms designed to alert only the occupants of a premises that
does not have a sounding device that is audible on the exterior of
the alarm site.
BUILDING AND/OR STRUCTURE
Any building and/or structure which has an automatic fire-suppression
system or fire alarm system transmitting to a central or remote station
with the exception of one- and two-family residential dwellings, which
are not included.
FIRE OFFICIAL
The Chief of the Fire Prevention Bureau of the Township of
Toms River or his or her designated representative.
MASTER KEY
The key maintained by the Fire Department that unlocks a
key box.
PERSON
Any individual, corporation, partnership, association, organization,
or similar entity.
PROPRIETOR
Any person who owns or controls the use of property in which
an alarm system is installed.
RAPID ENTRY BOXES AND KEY SYSTEMS
A device designed to safely secure keys, or other pertinent
facility access devices or information, for the use of emergency services
personnel to quickly gain access and entry into occupancy.
The Bureau of Fire Prevention shall prescribe specifications
as to the recommended rapid entry box and key system and location
and shall be responsible for the enforcement of the terms and conditions
of this article.