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DARTdrones awarded $300,000 in grants toward free drone training in the six months of Round One funding
The launch of the UAS Integration Pilot Program kicked off with a live demonstration highlighting drone abilities, such as real-time aerial visibility
The U.S. Department of Transportation and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s grant program will help upgrade call centers to Next Generation 911 capabilities
The Reno Fire Department recently tested sensors by SimpleSense that were designed to assist firefighters in primary searches
The mandatory stop in aircraft use is hampering the fire suppression and repair efforts until it can be verified that it’s safe for firefighters to fly again
The new 22,000-square-foot Fire Station 1 is equipped with rapid opening doors synchronized to its emergency alarms
Investigate incidents that damage fire equipment or apparatus before disciplining those involved
The study aimed to determine whether data could be used to estimate air quality impacts from smoke in areas where air monitoring stations might not be present
The Boise Fire Department purchased four drones and trained four employees to operate them after a year-long effort to receive FAA authorization
Modern station wear has come a long way in both firefighter safety standards and professional appearance
NFPA 1851 specifies clean, dry well-ventilated storage for firefighter gear and PPE
In a climate that seems like it’s teeming with anger at all times, emergency responders must learn how to dial down the intensity
The ballistic gear allows firefighters and paramedics into the “warm zone” alongside law enforcement to quickly provide life-saving first aid
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Use the NFPA 1971 firefighter glove sizing standard to find the best fit for dexterity and protection from compression burns and radiant heat
Proper planning and the right hardware can result in better utilization of the apparatus compartment space
Video surveillance footage can help train apparatus operators and fire officers for improved performance and firefighter safety
The Charlotte Fire Department is using the alert system to help solve the problem of drivers not moving out of the way for fire trucks and ambulances
The bill would fine people convicted of flying unauthorized drones and possibly send them to jail for a year
The Oshkosh Fire Department will use a grant to purchase 10 sets of ballistic vests, helmets and accessories
Using a cloud-based system allows all stakeholders access to the same information, eliminating missteps and documentation mistakes
The SmokeBot can see and navigate through smoke-filled rooms while plotting a route for firefighters with sensors and a laser scanner
The China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology is working on a drone that can search for trapped victims in high-rise building fires by quickly flying through
Johnson County Emergency Management Director Jamie Moore said the new technology has greatly enhanced emergency response efforts
Spring Fire Department firefighter Matthew Corso was able to beat cancer four months into treatment after an abnormality was found on his LifeScan ultrasound
The Remotely Activated Snorkel Site uses robot-controlled valves to tap into an area’s municipal water system, allowing quick access for snorkel helicopters
The Center for the Study of the Drone estimated that the number of public safety agencies using drones has increased by 82 percent in the past year
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