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Knox-Box Information
In the course of responding to a fire or medical emergency , the Fire Department in many cases
faces barriers to entering buildings or spaces w ithin buildings so that they are able to address
the subject of the call. In those circum stances in which lock boxes are not available, the Fire
D epartment must break through barr iers. Breaking throug h barriers for the purpose of
perfo rm ing its duties in many cases results in pro perty damage in addition to damage caused by
the em erg en cy. It is the policy of the City of Oshkosh to protect pro perty and minim ize damage
to buildings and stru ctur es experiencing fir e emerge ncies or other distress. It is the public
policy of the City of Oshkosh to therefore require that lock boxes with keys be available to assist the
Fire Department with its statutory duties and to m inim ize damage to pro perty.
What is a Knox-Box?
The Knox Box is a secure emergency access program developed for property owners and first
responders. The Knox Box Rapid Entry System to allows firefighters and paramedics immediate entry
into buildings and property without forced entry damage or delay.
Who is required to install a Knox Box?
Every newly constructed building, except one and two-unit family dwellings, and any
existing building w ithout a lock box but is subject to any addition to the building, except one
and tw o-unit family dwellings.
How do I obtain a Knox Box?
Building owners and property managers can now purchase key box products and receive
fire department approval for orders online at http://www.knoxbox.com/.
**Be sure to indicate that you are within the jurisdiction of the City of Oshkosh Fire Department.**
Where should the Knox Box be installed?
Once obtained, the key boxes shall be installed at or near the main entrance to the building at a height
of not less than four feet and not to exceed six feet. To have your buildings keys secured in the box, to
change keys, or for additional questions please feel free to contact Fire Marshal Jack Clark.
Office: 920-236-5242 or Email: jclark@oshkoshwi.gov