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.
NIOSH investigation finds heat-damaged equipment led to lost communication during a structure fire
Ericsson has joined the ranks of vendors, reinforcing its role in delivering secure, reliable connectivity for enterprises and public safety agencies
The Stevensville Town Council approved a payment to grant writers for an AFG application that would fund 127 new radios for Ravalli County fire departments
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Find out how one rural fire department went mobile and improved communication among its volunteers and the department’s situational awareness
Empower firefighters and incident commanders with mobile computing devices that provide real-time information for better decision-making
Find out how the Motorola Solutions Unified Fire Technology Suite can help your crews respond faster, smarter and safer
The challenge now is how to show up every day, with the same energy, and resist the threats of indifference and complacency
Firefighters of all ranks are encouraged to participate in this state-of-the-industry survey
The “Food for Frontline Workers” program made it possible to deliver more than 150,000 meals to frontline workers, including FDNY EMS members
Our approaches to MCI response and management need to evolve to reflect their increasing complexity and danger
After extensive planning and training, the Long Beach IMR Pilot Program has launched to provide safe, timely and appropriate medical care to individuals in crisis
In this tip, risk management expert Gordon Graham highlights the essential component needed for effective communication in the fire service
People’s emergency text messages will be automatically translated for dispatchers
In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham discusses the vital role telecommunicators play in maximizing public safety in their community
It’s time for ICs to reevaluate the first-arriving transport options and coordination with the facilities that will receive patients
The best way to avoid analysis-paralysis during an MCI is to ‘get some of your thinking out of the way’ beforehand
After a tornado tore through Mayfield, fire crews searched for survivors, evacuated the local jail, and mourned a friend
If we can’t decide what’s best for the fire service, then someone else will decide for us
A FirstWatch alert warns of attacks on communications and public-safety critical infrastructures in the next week to 10 days
Real challenges of an MCI from a metropolitan city’s perspective
It’s time to make MCI training part of the regular rotation
The new APX NEXT XN All-Band P25 Smart Radio from Motorola Solutions supports clear communications in volatile situations with rugged construction, ease of use, clear audio and more
Kevin and Kim McQuade died of burns suffered in the Waukesha fire, and others were injured
It’s one of the most challenging and rewarding jobs in the fire service
FirstNet
The communications platform for first responders went live in 2017 and currently has three million users nationwide
The FCC is monitoring the 3G phase-out and working to “implement safeguards” for older phones and other devices, a spokesperson said
ICs need training reps to practice strategic deployment of resources, backup plans and communication skills
A Nashua, N.H., mayday underscores the importance of a quick mayday call and swift RIT response
Repeated training and breathing techniques to help lower your heart rate will help you make the mental shift
Radios serve as a critical communications and safety tool on any hazardous scene
Here’s how first responders can gain more clarity before arriving at a scene
With the purchase, the city’s paid and volunteer FDs will all be on the same mobile communications system and able to communicate with mutual-aid units
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