What are the three elements required for an alarm to be entered?

• A. Physical address, Date and Time of activation, license number and name of monitor
• B. Alarm type, Response time, Officer on scene
• C. Owner name, Contact phone, Email
• D. Property address, Activation time, Monitoring company

Answer: (A)

When recording an alarm, you need three things that pinpoint where, when, and who is handling the alarm. The physical address gives the exact location for response and records. The date and time of activation provide a precise timestamp for dispatch, investigation, and any follow-up on false alarms. The license number and name of the monitor identify the authorized monitoring entity and who is responsible, enabling verification, accountability, and appropriate contact if further information or coordination is needed. Without the monitor’s licensed identity, you could have ambiguity about who is overseeing the alarm, which undermines the reliability and traceability of the entry.

The other options miss one of these essential elements, such as not identifying the monitoring entity with its license and name, or lacking a specific location, or not securing a precise activation timestamp.