An Option to Better Secure Your Building

Written By Sarah Waterman

Washington Elevator recently spoke at length with a City of Seattle Elevator Inspector about the unfortunate security challenges customers are facing with vandalism and theft. His recommendation, which we want to share, is to have buildings replace their existing (red) fire key box with a more secure 1400 series Knox Box.

Ordering from the KNOX Box Company directly, using the Seattle City code, will allow you to order it at considerable cost savings compared to other purchasing methods.

If a new 1400 series Knox key box is purchased and installed,

  1. Be sure to follow the mounting instructions for the best security guarantee of your building and to meet specifications within the code.

  2. Be sure to contact your City of Seattle Elevator inspector to schedule a time when he/she can secure the keys within the new building key retainer boxes.

  3. The District Conveyance Inspector (also known as Jurisdiction Having Authority or JHA) on behalf of the City of Seattle, must verify the box installation and correct placement of required keys.

Did you Know?

Key boxes are required to provide code required keys not only elevator inspectors, but also the Fire Department. The new 1400 series is an extremely robust vandal proof design if mounted and installed correctly. More questions? Reach out to our Chief Problem Solver, Sean!

Sarah Waterman

Sarah has been in the customer service business for over 25 years, first in Property Management, then transitioning into the Elevator industry, where she held the position of General Manager at Seattle's largest, most reputable independent company, followed by Branch Manager & Senior Sales Manager at one of the OEM majors.

However, her shared values & trust with the Founder, Jason, whom she worked with for nearly 10 years in the trade, plus her authentic desire to bring a breath of fresh air into the industry, compelled her to join Washington Elevator as a Partner in July of 2022. Sarah strives to provide a positive customer experience in order to build a long-term partnership.

When she isn't leading the team, she loves spending time with her two amazing teenagers, crabbing on Whidbey Island, but on a good night, her favorite activity is beating her husband in a game of cribbage!

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