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.
Communication and command failures were key in fatal Florida fire that killed Loretta Pickard
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How AI-driven platforms are revolutionizing public safety messaging and disaster preparedness
Ill. OSHA report highlights accountability, communication among several errors in the death of a relatively new firefighter
Dispatchers overwhelmed by initial fire calls were inundated by calls looking for missing persons, trapped tourists
Wichita firefighters flag a problematic call after responding to a medical emergency and finding a structure fire
“Yo there’s a big explosion here,” one caller said when reporting the blast at the Sandman Signature Hotel in Fort Worth
Dr. Danny Evans, aka “The Language Tutor,” shares simple keywords, directives and questions that all firefighters should know
The report on Burlington Firefighter Colin McFadden’s death points at early cancer screenings, timely communication about follow-up exams
5G, new technology and tighter security among the changes to watch for
Deputy Commissioner JonPaul Augier looks back on the deployment of FireCAD system and other tech improvements
The union for Wichita firefighters claims dispatchers did not relay information about where the victim was trapped
This webinar explores exactly how to do it
5G connectivity plays an important role in areas where wires aren’t available
Tips for securing AFG funding for radios
Get started now so you’ll be ready when the application period starts
Fort Lauderdale firefighters faced fire showing from a home and an injured person
Artificial intelligence is being tested to see how it can answer non-emergency calls, reducing dispatchers’ workload
Don’t assume residents know what your department does; spell it out and explain how additional funding would positively impact community members
At least 98 people were killed and over 2,000 structures destroyed in the Lahaina wildfire
Developing systems and processes that support excellence ultimately drives effective leadership and fire department success
Maximizing the power of response vehicles
The AskRail program gives dispatchers information on train contents and provides FFs with hazmat training additional chemical details
If you don’t believe public safety personnel should be held to a higher standard, please go back to class
Why technology is the key to avoiding the next 9/11 and MCI preparedness
From remote areas to emergency vehicles, agencies can count on consistent connectivity with cellular access
Unpacking the survey data and identifying solutions to address the perfect storm of stress
Data collected will help assess emergency communications capabilities and needs of federal, state, local, tribal and territorial governments
The FirstNet Health and Wellness Coalition supports initiatives that turn post-traumatic stress into growth
Orange County Fire Authority Probationary Dispatcher Chris Carvalho had only been on the job for three months
Colorado Springs firefighters now have a 24-hour drone service to assist with fireground operations and search and rescue
The carrier’s powerful 5G performance makes it a strong choice for the emergency services
If your department is struggling to replace its radios, a fire grant can help
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