PITTSBURGH – Security and smart automation solutions provider Vector Security, Inc., today announces its achievement of UL Alarm Validation Scoring (AVS-01) standard certification, a milestone that “further solidifies its commitment to improving alarm verification and emergency dispatch communication between alarm monitoring centers and first responders.”
With this achievement, Vector Security “becomes one of less than 10 alarm monitoring companies nationwide to earn this certification,” according to the company announcement.
Developed by The Monitoring Association (TMA) and UL Solutions, AVS-01 “establishes best practices for burglar alarm monitoring to ensure first responders receive accurate, prioritized information,” the announcement says.
By implementing a scoring system ranging from Level 0 (no call for service) to Level 4 (threat to life), the standard “provides emergency responders with actionable, prioritized alarm information, allowing them to allocate resources more efficiently and effectively,” the announcement says.
How Vector Security Earned AVS-01 Certification
“AVS-01 enables improved collaboration with law enforcement to better prioritize the safety and security of our customers by assigning the appropriate level of response to burglar alarms,” says Josh Studeny, director of central station services for Vector Security, in the company announcement.
“Achieving this certification underscores Vector Security’s dedication to protecting our communities through faster, more accurate emergency response, as well as our pioneering efforts to reduce false alarms,” he says. “By adopting this standard, we’re not only enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of alarm responses but also strengthening our role as a trusted partner to law enforcement and the customers we serve.”
Vector Security was awarded the AVS-01 certification after evaluation by UL for utilizing enhanced call verification; designating and detailing the appropriate threat level to emergency centers; and internal auditing for ongoing operator coaching and training.
