LockNow Safety serves schools near Des Moines by providing panic button technology to School Administrators and Safety Coordinators. The LockNow Safety Appequips schools with the active threat alerts and training needed to develop and implement effective safety mitigation and response practices. This enables school safety teams to ensure an immediate response to active shooter attacks. The safest response to an intruder is the fastest response, and immediate alerts from LockNow Safety bring this to your campus.

Active Shooter Response

In Des Moines, LockNow Safety provides schools with the ability to act without delay when a threat arises. Our panic button feature allows any staff member to instantly notify the entire campus of an intruder, ensuring no time is lost. Developed through years of experience and cross-sector collaboration, the LockNow Safety App addresses the communication gaps that have proven deadly in past school emergencies. The key to a swift response is making sure everyone knows — immediately.

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Active Shooter Alert Details

Alert Details

When an active threat alert is sent, users receive the alert with an alarm to ensure they receive the critical information. The notification identifies the location of the threat on your campus, allowing immediate situational awareness for all school personnel. With the app, authorized staff can immediately activate an active shooter alert as soon as danger is detected, helping responders act much faster. Its streamlined interface is intentionally built for crisis moments when user performance may be reduced. This alert enables swift decision-making based on where the intruder is located and what the safest course of action is for staff and students. Ongoing internal communication within the app allows everyone to stay informed about intruder movement, missing students, or class lockdowns. Providing the attacker’s location without using location services is unique to the LockNow Safety App — customized for the specific layout of your facility.

Preparation and Communication for an Intruder Event

  • Immediate alerts to your campus or campuses.
  • Active threat alerts or text alerts to your staff.
  • Location of the active threat provided with alert for immediate situational awareness and the safest decisions.
  • Simple communication for your entire staff to share critical information during an attack.
  • The ability to activate drills with the app so your practice communication matches a real crisis.
  • Include cooperating authorities, police and first responders in alerts.
  • Customized set up for each user and campus.
  • Personalized service for your staff. We communicate with troubled users directly removing admin from the process so they can focus on their job.
  • The fastest response possible when used in conjunction with other communication methods
  • Safety protocol resources for your campus to mirror protocol in the Locknow App.
  • Run, Hide, Fight active shooter response resources for your school or campus.
  • Free active threat response video training for your staff.
  • Free physical security assessment.
  • Discounted on site active shooter response training

Customizable

With the Locknow Safety App, we customize the app to fit your campus and user needs. You control who can activate and receive alerts as well as who can activate drills and other permissions. We typically recommend that all staff have access to the panic button and active threat alert. Additional features during an active threat event allow simple communication for all users to receive updates, report concerns, or provide important information. Locknow customization provides the option to select particular users to receive text alerts only. You have full control over user capabilities—deciding who can trigger alerts, receive them, and view essential crisis communication. You have control of how your facility is set up. Does your school have multiple campuses? We can connect your administrators to each campus if you prefer — again, you determine each users settings.

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Authorities

The LockNow Safety App allows first responders and cooperating authorities to receive instant notifications via app or text alerts during an intruder situation. These critical partners in emergency response can be registered to receive only real active threat alerts, avoiding interruptions from routine drills. When a panic button is activated, registered authorities are notified simultaneously with school personnel, helping improve overall response times.  CLICK HERE for a free, no obligation trial for your team.

What Are People Saying

LockNow has features that are easy to use and can help deliver critical information when time is of the essence, said Josh Angel, Superintendent of the Marion C. Early School District.

At LockNow Safety, we understand the demands placed on school leaders. That’s why our team handles all technology-related concerns, allowing principals and administrators to concentrate on their core duties. Founded by a former principal, our approach is built on empathy and efficiency. We serve each individual with the attention they deserve, because safety matters to everyone.

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Locknow Safety Founder

With over 29 years of experience as a school administrator and school protection officer, Randy has dedicated his career to improving school safety. The creation of Locknow Safety stemmed from his recognition of widespread security challenges and the need for reliable communication tools. He understands the complexities of safety planning and works passionately to support others in building stronger emergency frameworks. Randy is certified in facility safety instruction and provides specialized safety training to schools, churches, and businesses. His experience includes developing proactive strategies, managing crisis events, and evaluating safety procedures.

Safety Is Our Passion

Your school community deserves the best in safety and preparedness. We are passionate about school safety. We support our customers with as many safety resources as possible. Safety protocol graphics and active shooter response graphics and plans are just a few of the items we provide to our customers for free. It is our desire to help you keep your school as safe as possible. If your school is looking for panic button technology to enhance emergency response, email us at TEAM@LOCKNOWAPP.COM. We are aware of the barriers that exist in school communication during a crisis. Our system was designed to simplify communication during emergencies and reduce response times. We’re committed to supporting your team with tools that make a real difference.

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About Des Moines

Des moines is the capital and the most populous city in the u.s. State of iowa. It is also the county seat of polk county. A small part of the city extends into warren county. It was incorporated on september 22, 1851, as fort des moines, which was shortened to in 1857. It is on and named after the des moines river, which likely was adapted from the early french name, rivire des moines, meaning. The citys capital, it is the site of the first caucuses of the presidential primary cycle. Many presidential candidates set up campaign headquarters in des moines. A 2007 article in the new york times said, according to the united states census bureau, the city has an area of 90.65 square miles, of which 88.93 square miles is land and 1.73 square miles is covered by water. It is 850 feet above sea level at the confluence of the raccoon and des moines rivers. As of the census of 2010, there were 203,433 people, 81,369 households, and 47,491 families residing in the city. Population density was 2,515.6 inhabitants per square mile. There were 88,729 housing units at an average density of 1,097.2 per square mile. The racial makeup of the city for unincorporated areas not merged with the city proper was 66.2% white, 15.5% african americans, 0.5% native american, 4.0% asian, and 2.6% from two or more races. People of hispanic or latino origin, of any race, made up 12.1% of the population. The cities racial make up during the 2010 census was 76.4% white, 10.2% african american, 0.5% native american, 4.4% asian. Non-hispanic whites were 70.5% of the population in 2010.

If your school is seeking assistance with enhancing your instituion’s safety measures, feel free to contact us at team@locknowapp.com. Our team specializes in providing comprehensive safety solutions for churches, schools, and businesses. We are dedicated to helping you create a secure and welcoming environment that allows your school to grow with peace of mind.

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