Commercial Buildings in Menomonee Falls are required to install a key box approved by the Menomonee Falls Fire Department. (MFFD) The system used by the MFFD is the high-security Knox-Box® key box. The property owners purchase the key box and it is mounted near their building entrances. Each Knox-Box is keyed to a single master key controlled by the MFFD which can be used to access the owner supplied entrance keys or access cards stored in the key safe during emergencies. This system reduces response time and property damage by eliminating the need to force doors open to gain entry.
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin - Code of Ordinances
Chapter 46 - FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION, Division 1. - Generally, Section 46-59. - Key box
All buildings and structures subject to this article shall install and maintain a key box in an accessible location. The key box shall be a type approved by the chief of the fire department and shall contain keys necessary to gain access to the entire building or structure.
NFPA 1: Fire Code, 2012 Edition - Chapter 18 Fire Department Access and Water Supply -18.2.2 Access to Structures or Areas (Key Safes & Gate Access)
Ordering a Knox-Box
The MFFD uses the 3200 Series Knoxbox which is available in surface mount or recessed configurations.
- Surface Mount Knoxbox (Part Number 3261)
- Recessed Mount Knoxbox (Part Number 3270)
- A Recessed Mounting Kit (RMK) (Part Number 3290) may be required for new construction
Larger boxes are available for sites with a large quantity of keys, keycards or fobs. (Series 4400)
Knox Gate Switches & Padlocks
For sites that are secured with fencing and gates, a Knox Keyswitch or Padlock is required for emergency fire department access. Both of these can also be ordered on the Knox website.
Click here to order a Knox-Boxes online (Click on the red "BUY" button in the upper right corner and then select Wisconsin, Menomonee Falls Fire Dept. and then Commercial Knox Products)
Please call the Menomonee Falls Fire Department Administrative Offices at 262-532-8853 with any questions. (Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)