A combination light switch cover/communicator device that can serve as both an easy-to retrofit single- or dual-gang light switch cover and an emergency safety device. The cover communicator can be designed to install in similar process to a conventional light switch cover, while also preferably containing a remote monitor and lockdown switch, which can also provide for emergency activated video monitoring availability. A preferably provided lockdown button can be used to minimize the time it takes to contact first responders or to lock down a building. Where provided, live video of an emergency/event can be recorded and preferably upon activation can be provided or remotely forwarded to provide police and other first responders with current information concerning the emergency/event. The communicator portion provides for monitoring and can digitally transmit critical information to others who may be remotely located and can also provide critical information to individuals involved with the event through audio, hi-resolution LCD screen and/or multi-character text display. The communicator also can provide location information in real-time, to help first responders to arrive faster to the event.

A combination light switch cover/communicator device that can serve as both an easy-to retrofit single- or dual-gang light switch cover and an emergency safety device. The cover communicator can be designed to install in similar process to a conventional light switch cover, while also preferably containing a remote monitor and lockdown switch, which can also provide for emergency activated video monitoring availability. A preferably provided lockdown button can be used to minimize the time it takes to contact first responders or to lock down a building. Where provided, live video of an emergency/event can be recorded and preferably upon activation can be provided or remotely forwarded to provide police and other first responders with current information concerning the emergency/event. The communicator portion provides for monitoring and can digitally transmit critical information to others who may be remotely located and can also provide critical information to individuals involved with the event through audio, hi-resolution LCD screen and/or multi-character text display. The communicator also can provide location information in real-time, to help first responders to arrive faster to the event.