Emergency Lockdown
Emergency Lockdown that keeps you in control
Increase your security with automated lockdown procedures for your building, customised by you to your individual needs.
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What is Paxton Lockdown
Paxton lockdown is a specialised emergency response, designed to help organisations respond swiftly and effectively to security threats.
Whether triggered manually or automatically, lockdown provides immediate, centralised control over access points. This allows users to secure individual doors, specific zones, or the entire site within seconds.
✔ Restrict access to sensitive areas in seconds
✔ Custom lockdown scenarios for all security levels
✔ Seamless integration with existing systems
Essential in emergency situations
We install a wide range of entry systems to suit your security needs - proudly partnering with Paxton for reliable and secure access control, and emergency response.
Active Intruder Events
Quickly secure entrances, hallways, and sensitive areas to prevent an intruder from moving freely through the building.
Nearby External Threats
Lockdown entry points in response to alerts about nearby criminal activity, police incidents or public safety threats.
Violent or Aggressive Behaviour on Site
Protect staff and visitors by locking down zones near the incident while allowing security teams to retain access.
Emergency Medical Situations
Control movement in sensitive areas to protect vulnerable patients and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Unauthorised Entry
Instantly isolate affected areas in the event of a lost or stolen access credential or a breach of restricted zones.
Lockdown Drills and Training
Simulate real-world scenarios to test response and readiness without disrupting day-to-day access control settings.
Why Paxton Net2 lockdown is essential
With Net2, take your security a step further. Customise your lockdown procedure to your specific needs and secure your site, people and assets within seconds.
Rapid Response
Lockdown can be triggered in seconds via software, panels, tokens, or the Paxton Connect app.
Custom Access Rules
Choose which doors lock and who retains access, tailored to you and your site’s personalised needs.
Seamless Integration
Works with existing fire alarms, intruder systems, and building management tools.
Real-Time Monitoring
Real-time door status updates and alerts to security teams for informed, immediate decisions.
Who Can Use Lockdown?
Only designated and authorised users can trigger or lift Lockdown mode, ensuring that the system remains secure and deliberate in its operation.
Access can be tied to specific credentials - like proximity cards or tokens - or restricted to software-level access via secure login. This controlled delegation helps prevent accidental activations and ensures the feature is used responsibly and effectively.
Who it's ideal for
Permissions are managed within the Net2 Pro software, allowing system administrators to grant Lockdown privileges to selected individuals such as:
✔ Security personnel: First responders on-site who can act quickly in a crisis.
✔ Site managers or facility heads: Those responsible for the overall safety of a building or department.
✔ Designated staff members: Such as teachers, office managers, or shift supervisors trained in emergency protocols.
Net2: Smarter Emergency Response
If you're looking for a smarter, more flexible way to manage door access, Paxton's Net2 system is a great option. It's a networked access control solution that lets you manage who can enter specific areas, when they can do it, and even monitor activity in real time all from one central platform.
Centralised management
Control access across your entire site from one interface
Start small, grow easily
Manage up to 1,000 doors and 50,000 users -ideal for growing businesses
Real time monitoring
Track who enters and exits in real-time, enhancing security and accountability
Flexible access methods
Supports cards, fobs, PINs, and mobile credentials
Fits right into your setup
Easily integrates with CCTV, fire alarms, and other building systems
Who we install for
Whether it's a school, office, hotel, healthcare site or elsewhere, the ability to lockdown specific areas, and limit access to specific people in seconds from anywhere is essential.
Schools
School lockdown systems Secure rooms and hallways instantly. Stay safe in an emergency.
Office Buildings
Secure floors or zones in seconds. Stay in control during threats with one simple action.
Hospitality
Protect guests and staff with fast lockdown. Discreet, modern, and effective during any emergency.
Healthcare
Lock critical areas like clinics or wards fast. Ensure patient safety with a controlled, secure lockdown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Emergency lockdown procedures are all about keeping people and assets safe in times of crisis. Whether it’s an intruder, a threat, or any safety concern, knowing how to react quickly and efficiently can make a world of difference in safeguarding everyone on your premises.
1. Access Control Panels: These are like the gatekeepers stationed at key entry and exit points.
2. Access Control Software: This is your command centre. With a simple click, administrators can initiate an emergency lockdown.
3. Emergency Buttons and Mobile Access: Paxton gives you multiple ways to start a lockdown. There are physical buttons in crucial spots and mobile access for those in charge.
When a lockdown kicks in, here’s what happens:
– All assigned doors and gates lock up tight, keeping unauthorised folks out.
– Access cards and fobs get a temporary holiday, so only authorised people can move around.
– Alarms go off, and notifications shoot out to alert security or the right authorities.
Emergency lockdowns are critical in a range of places:
– Schools and Universities: Lockdowns keep students and staff safe from intruders or security threats.
– Corporate Spaces: Businesses use lockdowns to shield employees during surprise emergencies, like workplace violence or security breaches.
– Healthcare: Hospitals use lockdowns to secure sensitive areas, ensuring the well-being of patients and healthcare heroes.
– Factories and Warehouses: Industrial setups rely on lockdowns to tackle safety hazards and stop any uninvited visitors.
Getting your emergency lockdown plan ready with Paxton Access Control is as easy as pie. Administrators can decide which doors or gates need locking, create schedules for lockdowns, and appoint the folks who can give the green light for lockdowns. Plus, you can even trigger a lockdown from your smartphone for a lightning-fast response.
Paxton Lockdown is a specialised emergency response feature within Paxton’s access control systems, enabling organisations to quickly secure doors and zones to protect people during security threats.
Paxton Net2 Lockdown integrates with the Net2 access control platform, allowing centralised control to lockdown selected doors or entire sites instantly, either manually or automatically, using software or hardware triggers.
An access control lockdown button is a physical device that can be installed on-site to manually trigger a lockdown. It offers fast, reliable activation of Paxton Lockdown without needing to access software systems.
Yes. Paxton Lockdown allows you to lock down individual doors, specific zones, or the entire site within seconds, giving you flexible control during emergencies.
Absolutely. Paxton Net2 Lockdown is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing Paxton access control hardware and software, enhancing your security without complex upgrades.
Lockdown can be triggered within seconds, either manually via an access control lockdown button or automatically via software alerts, providing immediate protection when it’s needed most.
Yes. The system allows you to set up different lockdown scenarios tailored to your organisation’s security needs, ensuring appropriate response for various threat levels.
More information about us
Expertise in Paxton Emergency Lockdown
Secure Entry specialises in providing advanced security solutions, and the Paxton Emergency Lockdown system. Our deep knowledge of the Paxton Lockdown platform ensures that your organisation can respond rapidly and effectively to any security threat, minimising risk and maximising safety.
Comprehensive Paxton Net2 Lockdown Integration
Our services include full implementation and support of the Paxton Net2 Lockdown system - a powerful, centralised access control solution. This platform allows you to manage lockdown scenarios with ease, securing individual doors, zones, or entire sites instantly.
Reliable Access Control Lockdown Button Solutions
Secure Entry integrates physical access control lockdown buttons and software triggers seamlessly into your existing Paxton infrastructure. This ensures emergency lockdowns can be activated quickly, whether manually by staff or automatically via system alerts. Emergency lockdown alarm systems provide protection in seconds exactly where it’s needed.
Tailored Security for Your Unique Needs
Every organisation is different, which is why at Secure Entry, we customise your Paxton Emergency Lockdown system to fit your specific environment. From educational institutions and healthcare facilities to corporate offices and public venues, our solutions are scalable, user-friendly, and designed to minimise operational disruption.
School lockdown systems
ELockdown systems are especially important for school access control. School lockdown alert systems provide instant real time updates so you can react as quickly as possible to potential emergencies and dangers.
Committed to Safety and Peace of Mind
Our priority is to empower your security team with cutting-edge technology based on the trusted Paxton Net2 Lockdown platform. With our expert support and tailored lockdown strategies, you can have confidence that your access control lockdown system will perform reliably when every second counts.