Rapid Entry System Order Form / Key Box Requirement

How it works

Sedgwick County Fire District 1 says it requires a Rapid Entry Key Box for new, remodeled, and existing buildings and properties in its response area, with the exception of single-family dwellings. The goal is to give firefighters efficient access in emergency situations without damaging the door or building.

What the work covers

The page describes the Kidde Rapid Entry System / lock box as a way to let fire crews access the building without forced entry. The district says the system helps preserve lives and property, avoids the need for firefighters to carry large key rings, and can reduce damage from delayed entry or delayed sprinkler shut-off. The information sheet also says the requirement can help satisfy local fire codes and emergency access ordinances.

Amounts and costs

The page does not offer a grant, rebate, reimbursement, or tax benefit. Instead, it tells the owner to purchase the lock box directly from the Kidde/Lockbox Company website after signing in or creating an account, searching for “Sedgwick County Fire,” and completing the purchase. The box is described as a one-time, low-cost investment. The page does not state a dollar amount.

How to apply

1. Go to the Kidde/Lockbox Company website.
2. Sign in or create an account.
3. Search for “Sedgwick County Fire” in the organization/fire department field.
4. Select the appropriate lock box and purchase it.
5. Have the box shipped to your location.
6. After installation, contact Sedgwick County Fire District 1 by phone at 316-660-3473 or by email at scfd@sedgwick.gov so a fire crew can secure the building keys inside the box.

Timing and deadlines

The box is shipped in the open position and must be installed before the district visits to place the keys inside. The page does not list a deadline, funding window, or closing date.

Additional notes

For buildings and properties in the city limits of Wichita, the page directs owners to contact the Wichita Fire Department instead. The information sheet also states that the key used to open the lock box cannot be duplicated by anyone other than the manufacturer.