Junior Security Detective Academy

Alarm Builder Mission

Build a pretend alarm system using sensors, a panel, keypad, siren and family rules.

A modern front door

In this mission you become an alarm designer. You will choose what each part does and learn why alarms need settings. A good alarm design avoids annoying false alarms and helps people respond calmly.

Your mission brief

  1. Match each alarm part to its job.
  2. Choose stay mode or away mode for scenarios.
  3. Write a simple family alarm plan.
Safety rule: A junior detective notices and reports. A trusted adult decides what to do next.

Mission activity

Read each card. Choose the best action, then reveal the answer.

Something looks wrong

You notice a door is open when it is usually closed.

Tell a trusted adult. Do not go looking around alone.

Technology asks for a code

An app asks for a password or verification code.

Ask an adult before entering or sharing any code.

Privacy question

A camera could see more than the entry it is meant to protect.

Adjust the angle or ask an adult to check privacy.

Earn your badge

To finish this mission, explain one thing you learned to a parent, carer or teacher. Good detectives can explain ideas simply and calmly.

Print a certificate Take the final test