911 and Dispatch
Explore our comprehensive collection of articles on 911 and Dispatch, designed to support the EMS workforce in optimizing emergency response. This directory covers essential topics such as call handling, communication protocols, and technology advancements in dispatch centers. Understanding the role of 911 and Dispatch in emergency services is crucial for effective operations. Additionally, you may find insights into related topics like EMS communication systems, which further enhance your team’s efficiency. Stay informed and improve your emergency response strategies with these valuable resources.
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Volunteer fire department president signed grant application for chest compression device that later saved his life
Deputy Fire Chief Rich Elliott met with members of the Kittitas County Community Network and Coalition on Monday about the proposal
Staff then barred medics from entering through an exit-only door
Facility defended its nurse, saying she had followed policy in dealing with the 87-year-old woman
Dispatcher Tracey Halvorson pleaded for the nurse to perform CPR
When Lorraine Bayless collapsed, a staff member at Glenwood Gardens called 911 but refused to give the 87-year-old CPR
A dispatcher noted the “late response due to limited resources,”
‘PulsePoint’ smartphone app helps people get lifesaving CPR
Having been at the epicenter of an active shooter incident earlier this year, Aurora, Colo. Fire Chief Mike Garcia understands Newtown’s hurt
Gone are the static-filled shortwave-like radios and crystal-powered scanners; key the mic today and the entire world listens
Police were alerted of a missing man through the system
The process should start with asking three fundamental questions
EMS unit hour utilization is always calculated as the number of transports divided by the total number of unit hours in the measurement interval
Campaign will focus on how the trust assesses and grades each call to dictate the right response time
The mother and father thought they had more time when suddenly the baby started crowning
Citizens need to have an active role in being prepared and advising emergency responders in advance of their needs
Future public safety communications will take advantage of those ubiquitous cell phone towers
The opportunities 4G presents allow agencies to move forward from outdated technologies and concepts toward new user-friendly, efficient and interoperable communications
Best practices include the strategic application of wireless communication systems to improve response capabilities and safety
Cash-strapped agencies can do more with less by leveraging the communications tools they already have and taking advantage of free or low-cost software applications
Dispatcher said he just tried to keep victim talking until ambulance arrived
Ride to emergency department is not always solution to issues ‘frequent flyers’ face, yet we have few alternatives to implement
According to the LAFD, dispatchers cannot simply send units to a particular call, even if it is obvious from the caller that serious help is needed immediately
Mother suffered lupus attack, fell to the floor unable to move or speak
Mom said she was transferred, put on hold and told ‘they couldn’t find the EMS for my son’
Woman has died 2 days after being found naked and with rope around her neck along road
County EMS director says change intended to discourage circumventing of 911 system
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