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.
Communication problems, especially reliability and interoperability, are widespread and complicate preparedness, training and response
FirstNet, the nationwide wireless broadband network dedicated to public safety, is ahead of schedule, under budget and poised to change the practice of EMS
Company rolls out new products at IWCE
What is the motivation behind the police asking alcohol intoxicated people to choose jail or the emergency department?
Residents protesting an ambulance company that arriv ed late and unprepared to help a woman who later died
Department has to bring in six additional units to keep up with the influx of calls
18-year old under arrest for falsely reporting a motor vehicle accident
Four still missing; worst mine disaster since 1984
Curtis Mitchell died waiting 30 hours for help during bad weather despite repeated calls to 911
Assistant chief of operations ‘call was handled appropriately’ despite man’s death
Veteran firefighter creates customizable incident management software
Suspected drunken driver chatted with an emergency dispatcher for about 20 minutes before getting arrested
Health minister says existing policy ensures patient safety
Upgraded software system implemented in 12 ambulance trusts around England to better response time
7 air ambulance companies agreed to major changes in how pilots communicate with each other
Responders at Tuesday’s meeting said the focus should be on the city’s emergency response system, not on the paramedics
Investigation has uncovered a critical danger placed in CAD software
New spine boards, medical manikins among new wares at tradeshow
A state investigation found that Pittsburgh’s EMS workers did not violate emergency laws during last month’s storm
Kanawha County emergency dispatchers are now able to tell callers what to do until an ambulance arrives
Youngster was scared as grandmother had suffered a severe asthma attack
Dad calls 9 and 11-year-old “super heroes”
Newly-revised FCC includes a proposal to spend as much as $16 billion in the next decade
Current and future challenges to public safety communications
WTX-4100 Tactical Microphone and PRYMEBLU newest products from innovation company
Broadband is coming, but experts disagree on when and how
Radio manufacturer rolls out new radios and plans for digital radios
House Speaker Larry Cretul pulls his support from bill
Nine ambulances will get mounted radios, 20 portable units will be used in the field and a station will get radio equipment
911 dispatcher is on administrative leave following death
7-year-old grateful for dispatcher’s help when he called to report three men robbing his parents
While three armed robbers stormed his house, he and his 6-year-old sister hid in the bathroom and called 911