Why Every Business Should Have a Lockout Emergency Plan
One lost key. One jammed lock. One forgotten code. That’s all it takes to lock your team out of your own building or workspace. And when it happens during business hours, the consequences are more than inconvenient—they’re costly.
At Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm, we help Phoenix businesses plan ahead for lockouts, avoid downtime, and stay protected with proactive security solutions.
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Why Lockouts Happen in Commercial Properties
Lost or stolen keys
Employee turnover without returned keys
Dead smart lock batteries or failed hardware
Jammed or frozen locks
Locked doors with keys still inside
Keypads or fobs not functioning
What a Lockout Can Cost You
Hours of lost productivity
Missed deliveries or appointments
Frustrated staff or clients
Emergency service fees
Damaged doors or hardware from DIY entry attempts
What to Include in Your Lockout Emergency Plan
1. Identify All Access Points
List every door that requires a key, code, fob, or badge—including
Front entrances
Back service doors
Storage rooms
IT closets
Garage or gate entry points
2. Designate Responsible Keyholders
Assign 2–3 trusted employees as emergency access contacts. They should have
Spare keys
Digital access credentials
Authority to call a locksmith if needed
3. Store Spare Keys Securely
Install a secure, weather-resistant key lockbox
Place it in a discreet location
Limit access only to management or authorized personnel
4. Create a Relationship With a Commercial Locksmith
Having a locksmith on file means
Faster emergency response
Quicker resolution without damage
Familiarity with your locks and access systems
We can also maintain a key file for you to simplify replacements.
5. Train Your Team
Make sure employees know
Who to call if they’re locked out
What not to do (e.g., don’t force the door or try to pick the lock)
Who has access to backup keys or codes
6. Schedule Regular Lock Maintenance
Avoid lockouts caused by
Worn keys
Rusty deadbolts
Misaligned door frames
We’ll inspect your locks annually and make preventive repairs.
Optional Add-Ons for Lockout Prevention
Smart locks with mobile access
Digital audit trails
Battery backup systems for electronic locks
Keypad locks with manager override codes
24/7 emergency locksmith service contracts
Who Should Have a Lockout Plan?
Retail businesses
Medical and dental offices
Warehouses and delivery hubs
Professional service offices
Schools and daycares
HOAs and multi-unit buildings
Restaurants and bars
Lockout Response and Planning in Phoenix
We help businesses prepare for and respond to lockouts across
Ahwatukee
Arcadia
Maryvale
Downtown Phoenix
Biltmore
Camelback East
North and South Phoenix
And throughout Maricopa County
Be Ready Before It Happens
A lockout doesn’t have to turn into a full-day crisis. We’ll help you build a simple, effective lockout plan that protects your schedule, your people, and your peace of mind.
Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm – Phoenix
(602) 854-2766
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