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.
Seven departments participated in the largest drone training exercise in San Joaquin County to sharpen emergency response skills and strengthen interagency coordination across
From drones in the snow to AI analyzing emergency runs, this episode features insights on how tech can support – not overwhelm – first responders
If you didn’t have the opportunity to walk the exhibit hall floor at Lucas Oil Stadium, check out these top products and apparatus from the conference
After Hurricane Sandy destroyed much of its equipment Moonachie Fire Department is getting a helping hand
The jet uses a highly pressurized water which has graphite cutting material injected into it
The department is looking into new software that can better track equipment and call times
Using 3-D motion technology, the project aims to reduce muscle and skeleton injuries
Future public safety communications will use those ubiquitous cell phone towers, but will operate on channels that can’t be clogged with traffic by regular cellular users in an emergency
The project would cost $1.8 million and will use GPS technology
The device contains six cameras that can take two photographs per second and send them to a laptop or smartphone
Interesting products were demonstrated at the European Resuscitation Council 2012 Congress in Vienna, Austria, last week
Department leaders said the mobile computers will improve accuracy and efficiency of responses
The device is envisioned as a tool to help emergency responders coordinate disaster approach
The system transforms wildlands into a “cyber world of information”
The Calif. fire chief will show off the app at what is being dubbed ‘Safety Datapolooza’
Headset communication systems are no longer considered a luxury but a necessity for a fast-growing number of fire/EMS first responders
PulsePoint is a free GPS-powered smartphone app that alerts CPR-trained users of nearby cardiac emergencies
The city of Austin may install high-resolution cameras that will alert firefighters to wildfire risks
Before buying a new TIC, know the differences in their technology
Michael and Jeff Howe say their robots can enter the fray when it’s too dangerous for humans
Knoxville man uses firefighter misting technology to keep football players from overheating
New technology can track a firefighter’s location in 3D remotely
They are a vital and reliable piece of firefighters’ communication tools, and they are getting more versatile
Government engineers design robot to eliminate unknowns of mine, building collapse rescues
Satellites, new technology will ensure responders see more green lights on way to emergencies
The SMS service will offer an alternative for customers who are hard of hearing and cannot make voice calls.
A rural emergency incident requires the timely response of rescuers, response equipment and transport vehicles
White gel-like substance is corn-based product that is biodegradable and nontoxic
9/11 was Red’s first search; she retired in July and is one of last 9/11 search and rescue dogs still alive
NFPA 1901 calls for helmets to be stored, not worn, while on the rig; this unit has been tested to keep helmets tucked away up to 9 Gs
Think of the Raytheon Regional Technology Center as a technology shoot house