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.
Fire-rescue leaders share key aspects of preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery
How to help younger generation firefighters improve their in-person communication skills
Researchers are developing AI systems that analyze social media posts during emergencies to help responders act faster
Following the 9/11 Report, we have continued to struggle with command and communications
The faster information can get into the hands of decision makers, the increased potential for a successful outcome
“I don’t think you can ever be prepared for something like this” East Palestine Fire Chief Keith Drabick said about the fiery derailment
Former Hialeah dispatchers say calls are unanswered because the 911 center is severely understaffed
How to “own” the incident through quick, accurate and ongoing information
Detailing the U.S. Fire Administration initiative to create consistency of messaging among the fire service’s many organizations and agencies
31 residents died in the Christmas 2022 storm that dumped over 50-inches of snow with hurricane-force winds
“Every recoverable victim was saved,” Allen Fire Chief Jonathan Boyd said, highlighting the work by EMS crews
Russell Fire Chief Dylan Riedel was flown to a burn unit after being caught in a garage fire explosion
Fire Chief Reggie Johnson and Communications Shift Supervisor David Bradshaw address the mayday call, fill-in response, and heroic acts amid loss of life
Preplanning is an integral part of the fire service’s responsibilities and should be a priority for all departments
Whether to send crews into the warm zone is one of the most difficult for ICs
It’s admirable to want to rescue occupants, but the gamble elevates the risk for firefighters and prolongs fire operations
Tips for enhancing your live-fire training, focusing on factors like ALS transport, hoseline deployment, gpms, interior and exterior safety officers, and more
Amid a nationwide staffing shortage, learn how you can support the lifesaving role of public safety dispatchers – the FIRST first responders
eDispatches’ latest app feature adds a new dimension to the mapping of hydrant locations and other community POIs
Officers must take personal responsibility for member readiness and plan single-company and multi-company drills to hone their own command skills
Navigating incident and operational briefings, team feedback and morale, and hot washes
“We can’t plan for everything, but with the right people, policies, training, and supervision in place we can best handle whatever may come our way”
A new Las Cruces, New Mexico, program aims to better serve community members experiencing mental health emergencies
The incident in Ohio serves as a reminder for all first responders to both train and coordinate early and often with community partners
A back-to-basics review of communication center types and facility equipment, plus must-have dispatcher skills
The new NFPA 1802 standard sets the bar higher – but Motorola was well-equipped to meet it
Crews added more than 2,000 wireless network antennas and additional improvements in and around State Farm Stadium and the Phoenix metro area
Captain Ashley Losch explains the endless coordination at play, identifies the biggest hurdles ahead, and even spills a little big game tea
Applying new concepts to accepted communication models could heighten fireground efficiency and effectiveness
The benefits of 5G are not limited to wireless phone use
Dozens of potential integrations can help keep providers better informed
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