The purpose of this chapter is to provide minimum standards for the
use, installation and maintenance of emergency alarm systems installed and
utilized in buildings or structures within the Town of Old Saybrook.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
ALARM DEVICE
Any device which, when activated, summons emergency personnel and/or
agencies.
EMERGENCY DISPATCH CENTER
Dispatch agencies for the Old Saybrook Fire Department, Old Saybrook
Ambulance Association, or the Old Saybrook Police Department.
FALSE ALARM
Activation of an alarm device through mechanical failure, malfunction,
improper installation/testing, or negligence on the part of the property owner/agent;
excludes weather-related problems, municipal power failures, and telephone
utility failures.