Communications and Interoperability
The communications and interoperability resource page is designed to help firefighters keep up with the latest communications gear and best practices in mutual-aid and interoperability.
Real-world case studies from EMS Lawyer Doug Wolfberg reveal critical takeaways for EMS providers working alongside law enforcement
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In Pierce County, Washington, five 911 centers unified into South Sound 911, streamlining emergency communication and inspiring nationwide public safety improvements
AT&T plans to roll out a number of improvements to FirstNet this year
The city of Springfield has purchased more than 400 new Motorola radios, as well as a new radio system
Broward County’s 911 centers are spending millions of dollars in overtime — with dispatchers forced to work the extra hours— to make up for continuing vacancies
Striking the balance between agency independence and operational synergy through conflict resolution, funding and governance
HB 1426 would make it illegal to “impair or degrade” mobile data in disaster zones
A Nevada fire chief says he wants to bypass state lawmakers to get changes made
Manchester Fire Department Lt. Mike Rheault engaged with a 9-year-old boy after responding to a fire alarm in his apartment building
The LaunchPort Rugged System by iPort offers rugged protection, wireless charging and convenient access for your iPad
Don’t rely on trinkets in a pool of piranhas to build a successful fire department
Seamlessly share data between public safety agencies and mutual aid partners with enterprise information management
New design advances both safety and comfort
A firefighter relates her experiences responding to Hurricane Michael in southwest Georgia
“Had we known the shooter wasn’t there, we probably could have flooded that building a lot faster,” SWAT member George Schmidt said
Establish your department’s needs and budget, and learn from other departments and how FirstNet can improve your emergency communications to get your first UAV in flight
Train your incident commanders to use the right technology, in the right place, and to get everyone on scene on the same page
A 911 communications center displays a lifesaver ring as a visual reminder of the purposeful work dispatchers do for their communities
The Demarest Volunteer Fire Department purchased 12 portable radios, which means all 33 volunteers now have their own equipment
Widespread connectivity and technology through remote control can save money, increase security and streamline alerts in the fire house
Verizon seeks innovators to accelerate 5G technology development for first responders
When the unthinkable occurs, 911 operators are the first contact the public has with first responders
An evolving skill set, a focus on communication and new approaches to firefighter training will help to change the culture in the fire service
Chief Marc Bashoor learns the up-and-coming trends in fire service innovation, technology and communication from leaders at Fire Rescue International
FireRescue1 Executive Editor Chief Marc Bashoor speaks with Hank Clemmensen, past president, IAFC, and FirstNet consultant, about what fire chiefs need to know about FirstNet and how to get where they need to be to onboard
Every responder should be trained on four roadway safety basics to prepare for the hazards they face on every trip outside the fire station
50 simultaneous gas explosions and fires in three Massachusetts communities drives home the need for interoperable radios and automatic aid
The telecommunications company noted that it often removes data speed restrictions when contacted in emergency situations
The podcast highlights first responders and their experiences with FirstNet
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