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.
Speakers and sessions underscored how practical innovation, coordinated planning and early engagement between developers and responders are shaping safer, faster and more efficient emergency operations
Despite the staggering death toll, plus myriad fire protection and human failures, change was not immediate
University of Minnesota researchers flew autonomous, student-built drones to sample and analyze smoke plumes to help firefighters predict spread, improve tactics and manage prescribed burns
The Pierce Volterra Pumper is the first electric fire engine in active service in North America
With long-life lithium batteries, the Red Vantage II helmet-mounted flashlight can keep going as long as you do ─ while supporting a good cause
A FirstWatch alert warns of attacks on communications and public-safety critical infrastructures in the next week to 10 days
The fire department is the first in the U.S. to buy Boston Dynamics’ Spot
Enterprise Control Systems says its products will improve situational awareness and collaboration among services
The FCC is monitoring the 3G phase-out and working to “implement safeguards” for older phones and other devices, a spokesperson said
Technology, NFPA standards and a visionary leader drove key changes to help extinguish antiquated operations
“America Burning” spotlights firefighters, legends propose new tactics, and smoke detectors change the game
The thermal protective test, flash fire manikin and Flash Fire Cylinder are three methods for measuring the thermal insulation of firefighting PPE fabrics
“Grant funding like this — particularly from the state — is needed to keep current with equipment,” said Gardner Fire Chief Greg Lagoy
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
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