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911 dispatchers trained to pick up on peculiarities (NY)

UTICA, NY (WUTR-TV) — Could ordering a pizza alert 911 dispatchers of an emergency? ‘Yes,’ says Oneida County Emergency Services Director Kevin Revere. “We are familiar with that, it’s kind of a basic training tool that’s been used in the past…’ ‘…or pretending that...

Hardin County Sheriff Office Hiring Dispatcher (OH)

The Hardin County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of dispatcher.  Applicants must be 18 years old, have a valid driver’s license and a clear criminal background.  Candidates must be able to work weekends and holidays and...

Wooster trooper and dispatcher of the year announced (OH)

WOOSTER — The Wooster Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol has announced the 2019 Trooper and Dispatcher of the Year. Dispatcher Elza Lloyd was selected as the Wooster Post’s Dispatcher of the Year. The selection was determined by his peers and officers from both the...

FirstNet Authority engages with emergency managers at IAEM

By Tracey Murdock, Senior Public Safety Advisor
FirstNet is here, but that doesn’t mean that our work is done. To ensure the network evolves with the needs of our nation’s first responders, the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) team is regularly engaging with public safety to learn how the network can best support their operations. One of our recent engagements allowed us to dive into the world of emergency management, where data is key to operational success.
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9-1-1 hang-ups still an MD problem (MD)

In an ever-continuing problem for the Taber/Vauxhall RCMP detachment, 9-1-1 hang-ups are still plaguing officers. With an RCMP delegation in council chambers for the M.D.’s regular meeting on Nov. 5, the issue was once again brought up as both council and the...

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PSBTA Releases Survey on First Responder Support for FirstNet Reauthorization

New Survey: First Responders Overwhelmingly Support Reauthorization of FirstNet

A new bipartisan national survey commissioned by the Public Safety Broadband Technology Association finds near- unanimous support among first responders for reauthorizing the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority)– the agency overseeing America’s dedicated public safety broadband network.

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FirstNet and the 4.9 GHz Spectrum

This episode dives into the critical evolution of public safety communications, focusing on the recent FCC decision to establish a nationwide Band Manager framework for the 4.9 GHz spectrum, and discuss the evolution and deployment of the FirstNet System. Host Chris Tubbs interviews Chief Jeff Johnson, a leader in public safety technology and the development of FirstNet. Together, they explore the history, governance, and transformative potential of FirstNet and the 4.9 GHz spectrum in enhancing public safety operations with emerging technologies like AI, 5G, and augmented reality. The discussion emphasizes the importance of protecting and optimizing public safety spectrum, the lessons learned from past advocacy efforts, and a call to action for public safety leaders to remain engaged in ensuring the spectrum’s effective use and governance.


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Accessing Federal Resources When an Emergency or Major Disaster Strikes

In light of the major disasters that our nation has recently experienced, PS Grants is offering this FREE webinar to review Disaster Assistance Programs and how to access them. Learn what federal funds and resources are available through Disaster Assistance, understand the process of requesting assistance, know what to expect before, during, and after, and find out who to contact for help.


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