Kentec has unveiled its Wireless Lockdown Notification System, developed to support public venues in adhering to the UK's Martyn's Law legislation and avoid significant penalties.
This system is aimed at enhancing public safety against terrorism threats by offering a prompt and reliable response solution for emergencies.
Understanding Martyn's Law
Martyn's Law, named after Martyn Hett who tragically died in the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, seeks to bolster the security of public spaces. Officially termed the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, it mandates over 180,000 venues in the UK to carry out risk assessments, create security plans, and develop procedures for terrorist attacks, including evacuations.
The law was sanctioned on 3 April 2025, with compulsory compliance by April 2027. Failure to meet the requirements could incur fines of up to £18 million or result in criminal charges, with enforcement conducted by a new regulatory body under the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
Features of the Wireless Lockdown Notification System
The system helps venues meet legal requirements and protect against terrorismThe Wireless Lockdown Notification System by Kentec offers a solution that is quick, reliable, and easy to implement. Leveraging Kentec's extensive expertise in fire safety, the system enables venues to comply with legal requirements and safeguard individuals against terrorism.
Applicable for diverse environments, such as educational institutions, theater spaces, libraries, and corporate offices, the system boasts several key features:
- Fire system technology integration: Utilises Kentec's reliable K-Mesh technology for dedicated lockdown measures.
- Instant activation: Allows immediate notification system-wide through simple switch control, facilitating swift lockdown procedures.
- Pre-recorded messages: Delivers three clear and precise lockdown messages, including options for lockdown, covert alerts, all-clear, or evacuation, ensuring clarity even in chaotic scenarios.
- Audible alerts: Produces up to 91dB(A) sound output at 1m, ensuring messages are heard in large or noisy venues.
- Indicator panel: Features integrated LEDs for clear visual alerts and status updates, aiding quick decision-making and efficient diagnostics.
- Self-healing network: Devices connect to the strongest signal, maintaining communication continuously.
- Long-lasting batteries: Devices offer up to 10 years of battery life, minimising maintenance needs.
- Simplified installation: Configured using Kentec’s K-Mesh software with minimal cabling for ease and speed of installation.
Commitment to public safety
Derrick Hall, Director of Sales & Marketing at Kentec, emphasized the company's dedication to public safety: "At Kentec, public safety is at the heart of everything we do. With Martyn’s Law set to reshape how venues approach security, our Wireless Lockdown Notification System allows organisations to implement effective, immediate protective measures without compromising operational efficiency or visitor experience."
Hall also noted the system's integration capabilities: "It integrates seamlessly with existing fire alarm, access control, and security systems, providing a comprehensive safety solution that prioritises speed, simplicity, and intelligibility. By enabling venues to enact instant, fully audible and easy-to-follow lockdown procedures, Kentec is helping organisations mitigate risks while providing reassurance to employees and visitors alike."
Kentec, a foremost provider of innovative life safety solutions, is proud to announce its Wireless Lockdown Notification System, designed to help public venues comply with the UK’s Martyn’s Law legislation – and avoid hefty fines.
About Martyn’s Law
Martyn’s Law is named after Martyn Hett, one of the 22 people who died during the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, and aims to enhance the safety of public spaces in the face of terrorism threats.
Also known as the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, it requires the UK’s 180,000-plus venues to assess their capacity and implement risk assessments, security plans, and procedures for responding to terrorist incidents, including evacuation.
The bill received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025, and compliance is mandated by April 2027. Falling foul of the rules, that will be enforced by a new regulatory function within the Security Industry Authority (SIA), could result in fines of up to £18 million - or even a criminal conviction.
Wireless Lockdown Notification System
Kentec’s Wireless Lockdown Notification System has been designed to offer a fast, reliable, and easy-to-install solution. It applies the company’s decades of experience in fire safety to life safety, empowering venues to react quickly, remain compliant, and protect staff and visitors from immediate terrorism threats.
Suitable for a wide range of venues, from schools and theaters to libraries and corporate offices, the key features of our Wireless Lockdown Notification System include:
- Designed using fire system technology: Applies Kentec’s proven K-Mesh life-safety reliability to a dedicated lockdown solution;
- Rapid response: Instantly activate notification throughout the building / site via simple switch control, enabling the rapid implementation of lockdown procedures in the event of a security threat;
- Three pre-recorded clear, precise spoken lockdown messages for high intelligibility of the announcements, even in the most hectic environments. Options include lockdown, covert alert, all clear, or evacuation. Only one message is broadcast at a time, ensuring instructions remain unambiguous in an emergency;
- Up to 91dB(A) sound output at 1m: Ensures announcements are clearly audible across large, noisy environments;
- Lockdown indicator panel: Visual alert indication with integrated LEDs provides clear visual system status, immediate confirmation during incidents, and detailed fault logging to support fast decision-making and efficient diagnostics;
- Self-healing mesh network: Each device automatically connects to the strongest available signal path, ensuring communication is maintained at all times;
- Up to 10-years of device battery life: Long-life batteries reduce maintenance demands;
- Minimal disruption: The system is easily configured and commissioned using Kentec’s K-Mesh software with off-site pre-programming, while its minimal cabling design ensures fast installation with minimal disruption.
Public safety
Derrick Hall, Director of Sales & Marketing, said, “At Kentec, public safety is at the heart of everything we do. With Martyn’s Law set to reshape how venues approach security, our Wireless Lockdown Notification System allows organisations to implement effective, immediate protective measures without compromising operational efficiency or visitor experience."
“It integrates seamlessly with existing fire alarm, access control, and security systems, providing a comprehensive safety solution that prioritises speed, simplicity and intelligibility. By enabling venues to enact instant, fully audible and easy-to-follow lockdown procedures, Kentec is helping organisations mitigate risks while providing reassurance to employees and visitors alike.”
