Who We Are

The Monitoring Association (TMA) is the trade association that represents companies who install, service, and monitor security systems for commercial, government, and residential markets, in addition to manufacturers and industry service providers

TMA AVS-01 Monitoring Center Operator Training

The TMA-AVS-01 Monitoring Center Operator training is a free course that includes three comprehensive modules that provide detailed guidance on the classification process and the standardized communication protocol. Monitoring center leaders can use these training modules to ensure smooth implementation and seamless integration of AVS-01 into their operations. Learn more about this free online training program HERE.

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SIA Webinar Provides Latest on NextNav Petition to the FCC

Attend May 11th webinar for the latest update on the petition before the FCC to reallocate portions of lower 900 MHz band, which is used by millions of security devices.

Public Safety Orgs Sign Letter Opposing NextNav Petition

The IACP, IAFC, NSA, and APCO address concerns over NextNav’s proposed PNT solution and its potential negative affect it would have existing operations.

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Committee Begins Development of New ANSI Video Standard

The Monitoring Center Video Procedural Standard (TMA-AMS-01) will define normalized and repeatable procedures for video alarm monitoring center services.

TMA Programs

The ASAP Service

Save time and improve accuracy of emergency signals with the ASAP Service

ASAP is designed to increase the efficiency and reliability of signals from monitoring centers to ECCs.

Five Diamond

Give your business a unique advantage in today’s competitive market

The Five Diamond designation is granted annually to monitoring centers that demonstrate TMA’s five points of excellence.

FirstNet

Apply for FirstNet services today for your alarm communications

FirstNet is the nationwide public-safety wireless broadband network platform, built and deployed through a first‐of‐its‐kind public‐private partnership.

IQ

Build a positive revenue stream and drive-up customer satisfaction

The IQ Program is the only quality control program for installations, monitoring, maintenance and service of electronic safety systems.

That’s over 19% of the U.S. population that is protected under the ASAP service.

Telguard Announces TG 7FX Sole Path Fire Communicator for Commercial Fire Applications

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Telguard, a trusted leader in alarm communications, today announced…

Public Safety Organizations Sign Joint Letter Opposing NextNav Petition to the FCC

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The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials-International…

Latest News on NextNav Petition to the FCC Focus of SIA Webinar, May 11th

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The lower 900 MHz band (902-928 MHz) is used by millions of Part…

Vector Security, Inc. Hires David G. Smith as Chief Financial Officer

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Vector Security, Inc., a leading provider of intelligent security…

Meg DiVito Promoted to Director of Marketing

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DMP announced that Meg DiVito has been promoted to Director…
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