Why is a key safe an essential safety tool

A key safe is an essential safety tool

Sometimes the simplest things make life feel the safest. If your current backup plan for letting people into your home involves a flowerpot, a door mat or a loose brick, it’s time for an upgrade. A key safe may be small, but for people who live alone or anyone who relies on regular support, it provides a safer, smarter way to let trusted carers and emergency services in — offering easy access for the right people. No secret hiding spots and no need to break a door or a window.
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What is a key safe?

A key safe is a compact, heavy‑duty metal lockbox that attaches securely to a fence or other fixed structure outside your home. It’s designed to hold a spare set of house keys and can be opened using a secret code.
Only people you trust need to know the code, making it a safe and convenient way for others to enter your home when you’re unable to answer the door. In an emergency, a key safe can save precious time, which can save your life.

The key safe can also be very useful if you accidentally lock yourself out. Instead of waiting for someone to arrive with a spare key, trying to climb the side gate, or calling a locksmith, you can quickly get the spare key from the key safe and get back inside before anyone catches you in your pyjamas.

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The secret code

The secret code to the key safe should only be provided to people you trust completely. They can be family, neighbours or carers.

If you have a MePACS alarm, sharing your key safe code with us ensures emergency responders can reach you as quickly as possible. MePACS will only ever provide your code directly to emergency services when urgent access is required and you’re unable to open the door. We will never give the code to anyone else without your explicit permission.

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Getting and installing a key safe

Unlike security system or home modifications, a key safe is an affordable solution with significant benefits. You can purchase a key safe from hardware shops, or directly from MePACS for a cost of only $80.

Installing a key safe is easy. Simply attach it to a fixed solid structure such as a metal gate or sturdy pipe to ensure it cannot be removed easily. If possible, place your key safe in a discreet but easily accessible spot. Keeping it out of direct sight helps deter tampering.

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A small step toward better safety

When paired with a MePACS 24/7 monitored personal alarm, a simple key safe can make a surprisingly big difference to your independence and safety. It ensures trusted carers and emergency responders can reach you quickly, day or night. That speedy access might be exactly what helps you avoid serious injury… or worse.

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