1. Technology and Transparency March 31, 2018
Technology and Transparency
March 31, 2018

2. Background and Challenges…
More calls for service
Poor communication
No Interoperability
Culture resistant to change
New generation of staff

3. Challenges

4. Results Failing system Low performance (response and recovery)
No interoperability
Maintenance cost
Low morale/high turnover

5. Integration of Technology
Improved communication - Social Media
Computer Aided Dispatch and MDT’s
General Fire Service tracking software; Incidents, training, inventory control, etc…
Electronic patient care reports – ePCR
Firefighter tracking software enables Incident Commanders to track personnel

6. Technology
Flood sensors – send automatic messages to homes near creek when water rises
Flood/Tornado sirens – remote activation
Pre-emption systems at traffic lights allows 1st Responders to change traffic lights while responding to emergencies
Thermal imaging

7. Results Increased communication Increased performance More efficient
Interoperability improved
Cost of Maintenance
Improved morale

8. Technology and Transparency March 31, 2018
Technology and Transparency
March 31, 2018