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.
The division chief details when and how to use AI tools
Leading-edge programs will be featured in FireRescue1’s Innovation Museum, part of CPSE’s Center for Innovation
Digital tools may streamline operations, but they risk eroding the face-to-face dialogue and trust that build strong firehouse culture and leadership
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
Identify the key factors for your department’s data needs – terminology, mapping, analysis and the “why”
Four strategies to help fire service leaders focus on technology that is truly “smart”
Focus your cybersecurity investment on initiatives that create more effort for the attacker
Researchers aim to measure the value of virtual reality for providers as they work to identify signs of severe illness and infants and children
4 ways to decrease response times and boost safety with integrated technologies that provide a unified experience from dispatch to fireground
Experts recommend steps to manage wildfire threat, starting with leveraging of technology for detecting and tracking the fires that matter
Preventing ransomware attacks is possible; our expert panelists offer several best practices your agency can follow to help reduce risk and mitigate potential issues
Federal pandemic relief funds are available to help your department upgrade its radio network to enhance interoperability and better serve your community
A system overhaul will encrypt the frequencies used by nine city departments, preventing monitoring of the transmissions
Find out how 5G enables public safety agencies to respond faster with real-time information that keeps first responders and their communities safer
Despite drastic technological advances over the decades, firefighter PPE remains relatively unchanged
Download the free infographic to find out how your department compares to firefighters across the country
The department began using the GoodSAM telemedicine program in December to assess some patients remotely
Glean key decision-making insights from data based on budget, CAD, incident types, geolocation, weather and policies
CognitiveEMS, developed by University of Virginia researchers, provides prompts to support responders’ decision-making
Sonoma County fire officials will “teach” an artificial intelligence system to identify smoke and avoid false positives
How a unique partnership created more reliable connections for fire response and training
With the shift indoors, many fire departments are reconsidering their balance between practical and online training
Maintaining skill sets through regular training is more important than ever, even if it is through online platforms
