by ECC Editor | Feb 14, 2022 | Articles, Comm Center News
Public-safety agencies and organizations and originating service providers (OSPs) sparred over FCC authority and cost responsibility in comments on a National Association of State 9-1-1 Administrators (NASNA) petition asking the commission to help advance the next-generation 9-1-1 transition (NG 9-1-1) in the U.S.
The NASNA petition requested that the commission begin a rulemaking or inquiry to help facilitate the implementation of and transition to NG 9-1-1 services. The NASNA petition asked for four specific FCC actions… READ MORE
by ECC Editor | Feb 14, 2022 | Comm Center News
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) – Officials with Durham Technical Community College say they are moving quickly as they prepare to launch their 911 operator academy later this spring.
Friday afternoon, Durham Tech President J.B. Buxton said they have hired a program coordinator and they are working on developing the curriculum.
The academy is part of a partnership between Durham Tech and the city of Durham to help increase staffing at the Durham Emergency Communications Center, where now 30 out of 60 call-taker positions are vacant… READ MORE
by ECC Editor | Feb 14, 2022 | Articles, Comm Center News
The modern smartphone is a marvel of technology, packing huge computing power and a variety of hardware components into a package that fits in the palm of your hand.
Over the passage of time, communication technology has grown by leaps and bounds, and mobile phones today can even work in very remote locations. However, have you ever wondered how your phone can make emergency calls, even if you’re out of network signal?
You may have seen the message, “No network signal. Emergency calls only,” appear on your phone. But how can your phone make emergency calls without a signal? Let’s find out! … READ MORE
by AllThingsECC.com | Feb 14, 2022 | Comm Center News
State Senator Neil Anderson (R-Moline) and Representative Dan Swanson (R-Alpha) are pushing a new bill through the legislative process that would classify emergency dispatchers as first responders under Illinois code.
“As a fireman I not only understand the stress dispatchers go through, but we rely on them a lot during emergency calls for support and vital information,” said Sen. Anderson. “This bill is a commonsense proposal and something I have been working on for several years now.”
The idea stems from many constituents throughout the 36th Senate District and 74th House District…
by AllThingsECC.com | Feb 14, 2022 | Comm Center News
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a successful collaboration between the New York Power Authority and AT&T to pilot FirstNet, built with AT&T, as part of a NYPA private wireless Long-Term Evolution (LTE) technology pilot project. FirstNet is the only nationwide, high-speed broadband communications platform dedicated to America’s first responders and the extended public safety community. The NYPA project aims to build a secure, robust and reliable LTE network and enhance the statewide utility’s readiness and operational and programmatic capabilities…
by AllThingsECC.com | Feb 13, 2022 | Comm Center News
SHERIDAN — A bill before the Legislature would begin processes to upgrade Wyoming’s 911 system. The bill prepares the state to transition to Next Generation 911 technology, improving the ability of public safety answering points — or 911 dispatch centers — to locate and track callers in an emergency.
Modern consumers have grown accustomed to corporations gathering and using location data. Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft can find riders at specific street corners. The Domino’s pizza tracker informs hungry customers as their pizza approaches. Walmart’s curbside pickup feature tracks drivers to ensure speedy transport of items to a customer’s waiting vehicle…
