MIDDLETOWN —  Nallelyt Smith is more than a dispatcher for the Middletown Division of Police, a job she called “stressful at times.” She also uses Spanish, her first language, to translate for callers to the dispatch center and assists detectives interview...

JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri 911 call centers have until March 31, 2020 to complete applications for a competitive federal grant program that would pay for approved equipment upgrades at their facilities. The grants require a local match. The Missouri Department of...

Firefighters and EMS professionals in Hamilton County now have access to a tool designed to make it easier to get information as they're headed to a scene. The county Communications Center's upgraded fire and EMS dispatch systems are up and running. They include a lot...

Coronavirus Guidance & Webinar for PSAPs
2 hours ago   (0 Comments)Posted by: Chris NussmanWhen preparing for and responding to patients with confirmed or possible Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), close coordination and effective communications are important among PSAPs, the EMS system, healthcare facilities, and the public health system.
Click here to review the CDC’s Interim Guidance for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems and 911 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) for COVID-19 in the United States that provides information on: 
Recommendations for PSAPs
 Modified Caller Queries
Recommendations for EMS Clinicians and Medical First Responders
Patient Assessment
Recommended Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Precautions for Aerosol-Generating Procedures
EMS Transport of a PUI or Patient with Confirmed COVID-19 to a Healthcare Facility (including interfacility transport)
Documentation of Patient Care
Cleaning EMS Transport Vehicles after Transporting a PUI or Patient with Confirmed COVID-19
Follow-up and/or Reporting Measures by EMS Clinicians After Caring for a PUI or Patient with Confirmed COVID-19
EMS Employer Responsibilities
Free on-dmand webinar! What EMS and 9-1-1 Need to Know About COVID-19 WebinarAs the COVID-19 novel coronoavirus outbreak grows, it’s essential fto keep up with the latest. On February 24 NHTSA’s Office of EMS provided an overview of current knowledge and efforts as part of its EMS Focus webinar series. Joining OEMS Director Jon Krohmer, MD, were Capt. Lisa Delaney, MS, associate director for emergency preparedness and response for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and Jonathan Greene, deputy assistant secretary and director of emergency management and medical operations for HHS’ Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR). They outlined what we know about the outbreak, its impact, and what to expect moving forward.
Click here to view the webinar and here to download the slide deck. 

A lifesaving policy known as Telecommunicator CPR (T-CPR) is gaining attention and support in Tennessee by both local and state government. During cardiac arrest - the unexpected loss of heart function - only about 1 in 10 victims survive. Successful resuscitation of...

Rancho Tehama residents got a big boost in wireless connectivity with the installation of a new AT&T cell tower on Oakridge Road in the northwest area of the community. Several state, local and AT&T officials, first responders and residents of Rancho Tehama...

Washington County voters have decided to pass a sales tax that will supply emergency responders with a new radio system. A tax increase of one-quarter of one penny is what the Washington County Emergency Department proposed to voters in a way to fund new communication...

WILMINGTON — Despite some opposition, Wilmington voters allowed for spending $221,000 for planning and acquisition costs related to building a new public safety facility next to the Old School Community Center. In an interview last week, Town Manager Scott Tucker...

The McGowan Government has moved to strengthen mobile telecommunications coverage at Twilight Beach in Esperance to improve public safety and emergency response capacity. In partnership with Telstra, a TGo repeater will be installed on the roof of the Esperance...

Halifax County Board of Supervisors took the next steps to migrate to the next generation 9-1-1 system Monday evening by approving agreements to implement the upgrades. These upgrades, which will allow text messaging and other multi-media acceptance at 9-1-1, are...

BOWLING GREEN – Shortness of breath. A fainting spell. Giving birth. In many of the situations in which Pike County residents call 911, a prompt and efficient exchange of information with the dispatcher can be a life-saver. That’s the theory behind advanced...

Knoxville Fire and Rescue has announced the acquisition of FirstNet phones and digital service for the department. FirstNet is a nationwide public safety broadband network, designed to support hospitals and other emergency care teams. Their mission is to deploy,...

RUSTBURG — After months of discussions, and the vocal backing of Campbell County public safety officers, law enforcement and emergency service crews, the Campbell County Board of Supervisors approved moving forward with efforts to become a part of the Regional...