Which description matches Central Station in alarms?

• A. A small wall box that emits audible alerts.
• B. A local alarm horn.
• C. A facility that receives alarm signals from a protected premises and re-transmits or otherwise reports such alarm signals to the Fire Department.
• D. A backup battery for alarms.

Answer: (C)

Central Station refers to a remote monitoring facility that watches for alarm signals coming from a protected premises. It receives those signals and then re-transmits or reports them to the Fire Department, ensuring authorities are alerted even if the on-site notification devices fail or are not heard. This is different from on-site devices like a small wall box or a local alarm horn, which only provide audible/visual alerts at the location itself, and from a backup battery, which is simply a power source for the system. The central station acts as the bridge to ensure timely reporting to the Fire Department and coordinated response.