What is meant by Door Open Alarm?
The term "door open alarm" refers to a warning or alert system that is triggered when a door remains open for longer than a predefined time period or is opened without authorization. This alarm serves to monitor security and prevent doors from being left unattended, which could pose a security risk, particularly in sensitive or secured areas.
Typical software functions in the area of "door open alarm":
- Real-Time Alerts: Immediate notification when a door remains open longer than the set time, which can be sent via email, SMS, or app notifications.
- Timestamp Documentation: Logging of the times when the door was opened and the duration of its being open.
- Alarm Management: Configuration and management of alarm parameters, such as the duration after which an alarm is triggered and the type of notification.
- Reporting: Generating reports on door open times, alarm events, and incidents for analysis and improvement of security measures.
- Access Logs: Integration with access control systems to verify who opened the door and whether it was an authorized access.
- Visual Monitoring: Integration with surveillance cameras for visual confirmation of alarm events and better tracking.
- Automated Responses: Automatic control of systems like locks or alarm systems to close the door or take additional security measures.
