Over 50 students enroll in first online 911 telecommunicators class (NC)
Richmond Community College accepted over 50 online students from across the state into the first 911 Communications & Operations class that began last fall semester in August.
Colorado teens are learning to take 911 calls in understaffed El Paso County
One of the first lessons Scott Brettell teaches his high school students is the importance of being last.
The last person to stay with someone through their last moments — even if only over the phone.
Hamilton County 911 center targets gamers to recruit dispatchers (TN)
It’s a lifestyle that could make them prime candidates to become 911 call-takers and dispatchers, Bruce Garner, spokesperson for Hamilton County’s 911 district, said. The district has 34 open positions, Garner said.
Sheriff continues support of bill to allow first responders workers comp. for PTSD (KS)
LAWRENCE, Kan. (WIBW) – The Douglas Co. Sheriff will continue his crusade for a bill to pass in the Kansas Legislature to allow first responders, including dispatchers, to be eligible for workers’ compensation for PTSD.
Changes coming to Sedgwick County Emergency Communications (KS)
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – Changes to staffing, accreditation, and pay are planned to come to Sedgwick County Emergency Communications.
The SCEC director mentioned during the meeting that the department has been asking for approval for changes for years, saying these are not new frustrations.
Northern Michigan’s 911 centers bolster emergency readiness for upcoming storm
OTSEGO COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) — Across Northern Michigan, 911 dispatch centers are preparing to take thousands of calls during the storm.
If the weather does interfere with the safety of dispatch staff, they are provided a place to stay at nearby hotels.
