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What does FirstNet ready mean for you?
One of the challenges observed after 9/11 concerned emergency response communications … particularly in the presence of a disaster. Congested zones, damage to the infrastructure, inconsistent platforms; these challenges are not only present during a disaster, but also on a daily basis for some communities.
Bill to Reclassify 9-1-1 Telecommunicators Passes House as Part of NDAA
The 911 Supporting Accurate Views of Emergency Services Act (911 Saves Act) sponsored by Reps. Norma Torres and Brian Fitzpatrick would direct the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to reclassify 9-1-1 telecommunicators and dispatchers in the federal government’s Standard Occupation Classification (SOC) System.
Putnam County 9-1-1 Center merger proceeds
Earlier this year plans to merge the Putnam County 9-1-1 Dispatch Center with the sheriff’s office dispatching division were met with great optimism and a request has been made by the Bureau of Emergency Services to transfer grant funds to purchase three consoles for the advanced center received unanimous support.
Bossier Sheriff’s Office dispatchers helping in Baton Rouge during Tropical Storm
Lt. Amy Pope, communications supervisor for the Bossier Sheriff’s Office, knew she would be busy when she headed to Baton Rouge Friday morning to assist the LA. Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness with dispatcher calls and radio traffic.
CHP plans dispatcher recruitment seminar for San Luis Obispo area
The California Highway Patrol is hiring dispatchers for the San Luis Obispo Communications Center and will hold a recruitment seminar at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, in the CHP office at 675 California Blvd., San Luis Obispo.
Tote bringing joy during dark times for dispatchers
Fresno Police 911 call center in crisis. Dispatchers not hitting state mandate, to answer calls in 15 …
A Fresno County grand jury report found Fresno’s 911 emergency center is under staffed and not about the keep up with the call demand. So CBS47 went out to investigate.
Dispatcher helps save clerk shot in Gholson Road robbery attempt
A convenience store clerk shot in a robbery Wednesday night was likely saved by the actions of a Bellmead dispatcher who help lead Waco police to the injured man.
Henrico County accepting dispatcher applications through early August
The salary for the position starts at more than $38,000. The application process closes on Aug. 5.
People called 9-1-1 to complain about the Amber Alert notification, once again
Toronto Police have once again had to reiterate that 9-1-1 is only for emergencies, following a number of calls from people complaining about this morning’s Amber Alert notification.
Dispatchers get overdue recognition
Gov. Greg Abbott recently signed House Bill 1090 that states dispatchers are now considered first responders.
Public Safety Advocate: PSCR, More on PTT, Future Technologies
This week the Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) organization under The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is holding its annual meeting to discuss with public safety and the vendor community how its research is progressing, how it has provided funds to others for projects and, of course, to present some technology demonstrations. Unfortunately, I am not able to attend the event this year but I will be reporting on PSCR’s findings and activities in next week’s Advocate.
Everything is awful: People still calling 9-1-1 to complain about Amber Alerts
Carbyne, Google to Offer Mobile Location for Emergency Calls in Mexico
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Carbyne, Google to Offer Mobile Location for Emergency Calls in Mexico.
Lateral 9-1-1 Police Communications Dispatcher Supervisor
Your Healthy Family: Lightning injuries and safety tips
Dr. Reckard says If you're with someone who is struck by lightning, the first thing to do is call 9-1-1 and get help on the way. Once you have done that, ...
9-1-1 … not an emergency, Kohli’s World Cup semi-final scores!
Cape Town - There's no doubting Indian skipper Virat Kohli is one of the greatest cricketers of his generation. READ: 45 minutes of bad cricket put us ...
Ohio county signs agreement to complete 911 requirement
Meigs County 911 has one dispatcher on shift at a time and, according to ... testimony in support of an alternative to the two dispatcher requirements.
Branch County approves temps at 911
Branch County Commissioners Tuesday approved hiring retired dispatchers Cindy Kochendorfer and Nancy Marson as temporary contract employees ...
Newport Beach, CA, 3GPP Plenary Meetings Recap
By Dean Prochaska, Senior Director of Standards
The June quarterly Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) meetings in Newport Beach, CA addressed standards in several areas relevant to the evolution of the public safety broadband communications and the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN).
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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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Podcast
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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