Technology
The technology topic will keep you up to speed on new firefighting technologies, including improved emergency communications, advances in PPE, new fire apparatus and high-tech EMS technologies.
Verizon Frontline launched a nationwide App Developer Challenge, offering a $25,000 grand prize for innovative mobile apps that boost first responder safety and efficiency
Lessons from agencies mastering real-time collaboration under pressure
The Mesa fire chief spotlights the department’s forward-thinking approach to health, safety, social services and more
While self-rescue drills are vital, so too is mayday prevention training focused on fire dynamics, building construction, case studies and technology
Radios serve as a critical communications and safety tool on any hazardous scene
Nearly every fire department in the Commonwealth was awarded a grant to purchase equipment ranging from coats and helmets to TICs and hoses
Simple ways fire departments can leverage technology and data, and how fire chiefs can use data to inform decisions
Learn how balanced usability, access and security enable first responders to do their jobs more effectively wherever they are
Mission critical communications networks and Wireless WAN work in concert to enable first responders to make informed decisions and act quickly
How technological advances influence PSAPs and ECCs and redefine the public safety ecosystem
The new XL Extreme 400P from L3Harris is much more than P25-compliant
Fire apparatus evolve to include more safety, storage and communication features
Addressing the key turnout gear questions from the FireRescue1 community, one by one
Moore-Merrell spoke to the USFA mission, data system modernization, and the return of a full-service National Fire Academy in 2022
Significant questions arise as turnout-focused standards are consolidated
Officials say the upgrades aim to improve voice quality, allow for more seamless communication among agencies, and enhance network security
While world leaders debate and approve actions to reduce methane emissions and protect forests, public safety is already putting no-emission EVs into service
A Rochester EVT helped design the technology used on the department’s new Pierce 100-foot aerial platform ladder and engine
FirstNet, warning systems focus of House subcommittee update
At the Women in Fire 2021 International Conference, 129 female firefighters were measured as part of research into creating uniforms made for women
State grant funding has been awarded to counties statewide and the city of New York for improving communications operability
The award will support firefighter training and PPE in Kenya, Malawi and Zambia
The new NFPA online learning program is designed to provide recommendations and best practices so that fire departments can take their drone programs to a higher level
The county came to a $6.9 million agreement with New Mexico Department of Information Technology (DoIT) to join the Statewide Digital Trunked Radio
Is it time to establish new metrics for assessing the longevity of modern firefighting gear?
Last month, the president approved a disaster declaration for California, providing federal aid for the counties affected by the Dixie and River fires
All members of the fire service must take ownership of setting a new expectation of fire service pride
RFID allows agencies to eliminate inventory waste, gain insight into supply shortages and track all assets, even on vehicles
Zero-emissions pumpers can save municipalities money, plus reduce wear-and-tear on expensive equipment
In this video, learn about Ziamatic Corp’s new slide out mechanism for SCBA brackets for close compartment mounting, as well as its Sure-Grip Tool Mounts
The system, developed by Accenture, is the result of a four-year project to build a modern, reliable platform with expanded features
Firefighters must be students of history to appreciate the evolution of the fire service and its impact on current fire tactics
A West Virginia county takes a whole-community approach to implementing broadband
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