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Alarm grades in Spain and which businesses must have them

The four alarm grades in Spain, the rules behind them and which businesses in the Balearic Islands are legally required to install a grade 3 alarm.

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What to know about alarm grades in Spain and which businesses must have them

In Spain, alarm systems are classified into four grades according to the risk they must cover. Choosing the right grade is not only a question of security: some premises are legally required to have a specific grade, and insurers may require it too.

01

What alarm grades are

The grades follow the European standard EN 50131 and are set out in Spanish Order INT/316/2011, which regulates how alarm systems work in the private security sector.

02

Grade 1 alarm: low risk

Simple systems designed mainly to deter. They are not connected to an alarm receiving centre, so they are not suitable for professional protection.

03

Grade 2 alarm: homes and businesses with no legal obligation

The usual grade for homes, second homes, small shops and offices. These systems are connected to a receiving centre, detect basic tampering and raise the alarm when there is an intrusion.

04

Grade 3 alarm: mandatory and high-risk premises

Required by law for certain premises and recommended for businesses holding high-value goods or cash.

Key points for your alarm

  • Banks and credit institutions
  • Jewellers, silversmiths and art galleries
  • Petrol stations and service stations
  • Lottery and betting shops
  • Gold buying shops
  • Gaming halls

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How an alarm with police notification works

Four layers between an intruder and your peace of mind

An alarm is not just a device: it is a chain of alerts that works even when you are not looking at your phone.

  1. 01
    DetectionSensors on doors, windows and hallways.
  2. 02
    VerificationAI cameras that tell people, vehicles and animals apart.
  3. 03
    24-hour receiving centreThe signal reaches the centre at any time of day.
  4. 04
    Police notificationThe centre notifies the police in the event of an intrusion.
Questions

Frequently asked questions about alarm grades in Spain and which businesses must have them

Why is complying with the grade 3 rules essential?

Not only for security, but because it is a legal obligation : not having a suitable alarm system can lead to fines, loss of licences or serious problems with your insurer after an incident. Protecting customers, staff and assets is also a responsibility no business can avoid. At AlarmaBalear we advise our clients so that their installation always meets the legal requirements , going beyond the standards and giving complete peace of mind.

Is my business required to have a grade 3 alarm?

It depends on the activity. Regulations require it for businesses such as jewellers, petrol stations, banks and lottery outlets. We review your case during the visit.

What is the difference between grade 2 and grade 3?

Grade 3 requires greater resistance to tampering, dual-path communication and anti-masking detectors.

Do you install grade 3 with no building work?

Yes. We use wireless Ajax equipment certified to EN 50131, including grade 3.

Do I have to close during installation?

No. Installation is wireless with no building work, and we arrange it to disturb you as little as possible.

Does the alarm notify the police?

Yes. The alarm is connected to a receiving centre that operates 24 hours a day and notifies the police in the event of an intrusion.

What does the alarm receiving centre do?

It receives the signal from your alarm at any hour and handles the alert. In the event of an intrusion it notifies the police, and you also get a notification on your phone.

Can I combine an alarm and cameras?

Yes. They can be combined and managed together from the mobile app, so you see what is happening while the centre handles the alert.

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More about alarm grades in Spain and which businesses must have them

In Spain, alarm systems are classified into four grades according to the risk they must cover. Choosing the right grade is not only a question of security: some premises are legally required to have a specific grade, and insurers may require it too.

What alarm grades are

The grades follow the European standard EN 50131 and are set out in Order INT/316/2011, which regulates alarm systems in the private security sector. They range from grade 1, for low risks, to grade 4, reserved for the highest-risk sites.

Grade 1 alarm: low risk

Simple systems designed mainly to deter. They are not connected to an alarm receiving centre, so they are not suitable for professional protection.

Grade 2 alarm: homes and businesses with no legal obligation

The usual grade for homes, second homes, small shops and offices. These systems are connected to a receiving centre, detect basic tampering and raise the alarm when there is an intrusion.

Grade 3 alarm: mandatory and high-risk premises

Required by law for certain premises and recommended for businesses holding high-value goods or cash. It includes connection to a receiving centre with dual communication paths, anti-masking detectors and measures against jamming and sabotage.

Grade 4 alarm: critical sites

Reserved for the highest-risk sites, such as critical infrastructure, with the strictest requirements for redundancy and supervision.

Who is required to have security measures

Spanish private security rules require certain premises to adopt specific measures. They commonly include:

  • Banks and credit institutions
  • Jewellers, silversmiths and art galleries
  • Petrol stations and service stations
  • Lottery and betting shops
  • Gold buying shops
  • Gaming halls

The exact requirements depend on the activity and the premises. During the technical visit we review your case and explain what applies.

How we help you choose the alarm grade

AlarmaBalear is an authorised security company (RNSP 4752). We install grade 2 and grade 3 systems with Ajax equipment certified to EN 50131, connected to a 24-hour receiving centre that alerts the Police.

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