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Who is driving drone innovation and what do you need to know?
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How does Airwise streamline regulatory compliance and enhance drone operations for first responders? Where is the new hub for drone innovation? How is Oklahoma State University leading the charge in driving drone research and innovation?Find out from Josh O’Leary - the Chief Technology Officer for Airwise Solutions.
Airwise provides regulatory compliance for the FAA and integrates data from various sources to offer a common operating picture. They specialize in drone operations for first responders, including accident reconstruction, scene evaluation, and satellite fire detection. Airwise also streamlines the process of filing Special Governmental Interest (SGI) requests with the FAA through a digital system.
Tulsa is emerging as a hub for drone innovation, supported by initiatives like the BVLOS corridor and the DFR program, with Oklahoma State University playing a pivotal role in driving research and innovation in the drone industry.
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What is the Drone First Responder (DFR) Initiative?
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What is the transformative role of drones in public safety at the Tulsa Fire Department? How do drones enhance situational awareness for mental health situations? How are Tusla Fire, academia, and local companies advancing drone technology?Learn from Gabe Graveline - an EMS Officer for the Tulsa Fire Department.
Gabe talks about using drones in public safety and the development of the Drone First Responder (DFR) initiative in Tulsa. He highlights the various applications of drones, including pre-incident planning, response to structure fires and search operations, and crisis response for mental health situations.
Gabe also emphasizes the importance of collaboration among the Tulsa Fire Department, academia, and local companies to advance drone technology and create a common operating picture. He underscores the need for data integration and accessibility for first responders and looks forward to the future expansion of the DFR initiative.
So take a listen to hear what he has to share!
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How can creating communities of practice address common challenges in the fire service industry?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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How is The World Fire Congress a platform for global collaboration and knowledge sharing within the fire and rescue services? How did they address terrorism, conflict, and inclusion in the fire service? How are the 2026 roadmap and the upcoming Grenfell Tower fire report driving change and improvement in the industry?Hear from Mark Hardingham - the Chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC).
The World Fire Congress is a global event that addresses common challenges faced by fire and rescue services worldwide. It emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge and creating communities of practice to drive positive change. The event serves as a platform for collaboration and the exchange of ideas, focusing on issues such as terrorism, conflict, and inclusion within the fire service.
Mark talks about the 2026 roadmap and the upcoming report on the Grenfell Tower fire, highlighting the need for change and improvement within the fire and rescue services.
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What solutions did the World Fire Congress talk about?
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How does The World Fire Congress facilitate global collaboration and communication among fire service professionals? What to do about recruitment, retention, and the rise of lithium-ion batteries and EV fires Why are young people and compassionate recruitment important in the fire service?Learn from Billy Goldfeder - the Deputy Fire Chief at the Loveland-Symmes (Ohio) Fire Department, Lexipol's Senior Fire Advisor, and member of the Fire Chief / Rescue Editorial Advisory Board.
The World Fire Congress brings together fire service professionals from around the world to share ideas, best practices, and solutions to common challenges. The event fosters global collaboration and communication, addressing issues such as recruitment, retention, tactical response, and the rise of lithium-ion batteries and EV fires.
The importance of young people in the fire service and the need for compassionate recruitment and retention strategies are highlighted, emphasizing the focus on company officers as a key investment in fire departments.
So take a listen to hear what he has to share!
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What is the World Fire Congress, and how does it benefit firefighters?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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How does the World Fire Congress bring nations together to tackle fire prevention and safety issues? What’s the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) mission at the Congress? How do global collaboration and best practices address common fire service challenges?Hear from Victor Stagnaro - the CEO of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF) - and Gary Krichbaum - the Managing Director at NFFF.
The World Fire Congress brings together nations to address fire prevention, challenges, and health and safety issues in the fire service. The National Fallen Firefighter Foundation (NFFF) plays a key role in event coordination, with a mission to honor fallen firefighters and prevent line-of-duty deaths and injuries.
The Congress promotes collaboration, sharing of best practices, and tackling common issues in the fire service globally.
So take a listen to hear what they have to share!
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What is CIVTAK 2024 and why should you go?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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What is the Team Awareness Kit (TAK)? How to adopt TAK for civilian use cases What is CIVTAK 2024?Learn from Ken Rehbehn - the Principal Analyst at Critical Communications Insights LLC.
Ken is a data communications expert and industry analyst who is also a volunteer firefighter. He has been tracking the evolution of technology in public safety, particularly in the area of mission-critical communications and situational awareness tools like the Team Awareness Kit (TAK).
TAK is a common operating picture platform that delivers geospatially linked information to field users, allowing for collaboration and data interoperability. It is non-proprietary, open source, and can adapt to different communications capabilities.
Ken is spearheading the CIVTAK 2024 conference, which aims to bring together agencies and innovators to share success stories and drive the adoption of TAK in civilian use cases.
The CIVTAK 2024 conference is on October 1 - October 3, 2024, at the Hilton Washington Dulles Hotel. Click here to register!
And take a listen to hear what he has to share!
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What's the future of AI in the fire service?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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How is AI transforming fire service operations? How does AI enhance EMS for better patient care and safety? How can AI act as a virtual assistant for first responders?Hear from Scott Roseberry - the Battalion Chief at Garland Fire Department - and Sai Narain - the Director of Technology Strategy; State & Local Government at Microsoft.
The two talk about the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the fire service and public safety. They explain that AI is like a computer brain that can learn, adapt, and assist in decision-making. They discuss various use cases of AI in the fire service, such as improving communications, incident command, and community risk reduction.
Scott and Sai also touch on the ethical considerations of using AI and the importance of responsible AI implementation. They envision a future where AI acts as an extra person in the fire service, helping with decision-making and improving firefighter safety.
So take a listen to hear what they have to share!
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What issues are Be The Change Analytics working to solve?
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How is Be The Change Analytics reducing wildfire risks and preserving ecosystems? How does rapid response protect first responders and the environment? Why are collaboration and unity the keys to solving societal and environmental challenges?Learn from John Krasowski - the President and Founding Partner of Be The Change Analytics.
John highlights the importance of reducing risks for wildfire first responders and preserving ecosystems. He discusses his participation in the XPRIZE competition and the need for innovative wildfire detection methods.
John also shares the motivation behind starting Be The Change Analytics, which tackles issues like human trafficking and water quality, emphasizing unity and collaboration for positive societal and environmental change.
So take a listen to hear what he has to share!
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How does FirstNet support firefighter wellness?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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How is AT&T revolutionizing public safety communications? How does FirstNet offer unmatched priority and preemption for emergency responders? Discover new opportunities within the FirstNet ecosystem for public safety innovationsHear from Ryan Fields-Spack - the Associate Director of Responder Wellness at FirstNet, built with AT&T.
Ryan highlights the significance of a dedicated network for public safety. FirstNet ensures uninterrupted communication for police, fire, EMS, and emergency management during large-scale incidents. Ryan also talks about the benefits of FirstNet, including priority and preemption, opportunities for entrepreneurial innovation, and initiatives supporting firefighter wellness.
So take a listen to hear what he has to share!
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How can we decrease the frequency and severity of wildfires?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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How American Family Insurance & XPRIZE are joining forces to combat wildfires with cutting-edge tech Protecting homes and ecosystems through innovation and collaboration Investing in startups to create effective wildfire detection and suppression solutionsFind out from Stephanie Mueller - the Programs and Partnerships Director for American Family Ventures.
American Family Insurance has teamed up with XPRIZE to combat the devastation caused by wildfires. By investing in innovative technologies and supporting startups, they aim to protect homes and reduce wildfire impact.
So take a listen to hear about this partnership that connects them with top innovators and researchers to find effective detection and suppression solutions.
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When was the last time you got screened for cancer or cardiovascular issues? Here's why sooner is better than later:
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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The vital role of early detection in firefighter health How United Diagnostics is leading the way in cancer and cardiovascular screening for first responders How to promote collaboration and kindness in the fire service for a healthier futureHear from Ron Kuley - a retired fire captain from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue.
Ron talks about the critical role of early detection in cancer and cardiovascular screening for first responders.
He highlights United Diagnostics' efforts in providing ultrasound diagnostic services and stresses the need for collaboration among fire chiefs, union presidents, and medical professionals to prioritize firefighter health.
Ron also voices concerns about divisiveness in the fire service and emphasizes the importance of kindness and empathy.
So click play now to hear what he has to share!
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How does AT&T's new Marine Division enhance response capabilities in water-based environments?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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Innovative solutions for emergency communications How FirstNet is enhancing response capabilities for water-based emergencies How are FirstNet and AT&T collaborating?Find out from Fred Scalera - Director of Program Management and the Response Operations Group (ROG) for the FirstNet Program at AT&T.
Fred talks about the group's role in providing emergency communications and support to public safety agencies. He shares examples of ROG's innovative solutions and the collaboration with FirstNet and AT&T to expand capabilities, including the launch of a Marine Division for water-based emergencies.
Fred also emphasizes the importance of finding solutions to overcome obstacles and effectively support public safety.
So click play now to hear what he has to share!
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Accountability in the fire service means knowing what you're accounting for, where you are, where your crew is, and what's going on around you. Here's how Tablet Command can help:
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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How does Tablet Command integrate with CADs and provide early notifications, customized maps, and staffing solutions for firefighters? How does Tablet Command enhance collaboration and information sharing? Tablet Command aims to become the standard MDT solution for the fire service, revolutionizing incident command with technology.Learn from Will Pigeon - CEO and Co-founder of Tablet Command.
Tablet Command, an incident command application, started as a standalone app for the iPad, allowing users to manage resources and view them on a map. Since its 2013 launch, it has evolved to integrate with CADs, provide early notifications to firefighters, offer customized maps, and integrate with staffing solutions.
The app addresses challenges like managing high-rise incidents and ensuring accountability. Future features include incident sharing and ongoing improvements for enhanced user experience. Tablet Command enables real-time incident sharing between communication centers, aiding collaboration in mutual aid situations. It also offers in-app audio streaming, allowing users to stay informed even without a radio.
The company aims to become a standard MDT solution for the fire service, integrating with different CAD vendors for a unified tactical operations platform.
So click play now to hear what Will has to share!
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How can we better understand firefighters' behavior - and why do we need to?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
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Emphasizing the importance of psychological assessment in the fire service to understand firefighter behavior How early detection screening is the key to mitigating occupational hazards and ensuring firefighter health Understanding fire culture and the Prometheus paradoxFind out from Dr. Burton Clark - an American Fire Culture Researcher, Author, Speaker, and Instructor.
Dr. Clark talks about the Firefighter Health and Safety 360 Conference, highlighting the importance of tactical patience and tactical pause, the need for psychological assessment in the fire service, and the impact of occupational hazards and early detection screening.
He also touches on the Prometheus paradox in relation to fire hazards, emphasizing the need for a deeper understanding of the psychological aspects of firefighting and addressing occupational risks.
So click play now to hear what he has to share!
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How can the customer help improve software functionality?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
Welcome back to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the Reveille Peak Ranch and by our friends at Granite Defense, and showcased the use of robotics (air/water/ground) in public safety via keynote presentations, training scenario stations, roundtable conversations, and more.
In this episode:
DroneSense's critical role in enhancing public safety Challenges in developing user-friendly drone software The importance of collaboration in public safety technology innovationHear from Cole Fox - a Senior Solutions Engineer at DroneSense.
Cole talks about the importance of integrating DroneSense into public safety operations and the challenges of creating user-friendly software interfaces. We explore the process of crowdsourcing customer information and the need for communication and collaboration between end users and developers.
Cole also highlights the role of NIST and events like the Texas Robotics Summit in fostering collaboration and standardization in the public safety industry.
So click play now to hear what he has to share! And that's a wrap for our Mini Series! Stay tuned for the next weekly episode.
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Can drones help catch criminals?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
Welcome back to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the Reveille Peak Ranch and by our friends at Granite Defense, and showcased the use of robotics (air/water/ground) in public safety via keynote presentations, training scenario stations, roundtable conversations, and more.
In this episode:
How drones are transforming crime scene investigation Ethical considerations and future advancements in law enforcement drones The value of networking and innovation conversations at the Texas Robotics SummitHear from Gerald Baum - a detective from the Dallas Police Department.
Gerald talks about the benefits of networking and sharing ideas at the summit and the use of drones in crime scene investigation. He explains how his department has been using drones to capture video footage and improve the documentation of crime scenes.
Gerald also emphasizes the importance of using video to tell a story and engage juries. And lastly, he discusses the ethical and practical applications of drones in law enforcement and the potential for future advancements.
So click play now to hear what he has to share! And stay tuned for the next Mini Series episode!
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Here's some insight into the controversy around Chinese-made drones:
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
Welcome back to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the Reveille Peak Ranch and by our friends at Granite Defense, and showcased the use of robotics (air/water/ground) in public safety via keynote presentations, training scenario stations, roundtable conversations, and more.
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Standardization and integrity in the drone industry Addressing controversies and setting training standards The roadmap for excellence in drone operationsFind out from Jon McBride - owner of UAS TechTalks and drone guru.
Jon talks about the importance of standardization, certification, and training in the drone industry. He highlights the need for consistent training standards and levels of proficiency to ensure safe and effective drone operations.
Jon also addresses the controversy surrounding Chinese-made drones and emphasizes the importance of integrity and excellence in the industry. He shares his roadmap for the future, including his work with Autel and the Droning Company.
So click play now to hear what he has to share! And stay tuned for the next Mini Series episode!
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What's the value of drone programs?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
Welcome back to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the Reveille Peak Ranch and by our friends at Granite Defense, and showcased the use of robotics (air/water/ground) in public safety via keynote presentations, training scenario stations, roundtable conversations, and more.
In this episode:
Standardizing drone training in public safety The importance of collaboration and measurable impacts Cultural shifts and unifying efforts in drone adoptionHear from David Danielson - an Adjunct Associate Research Scientist with PREP at NIST and the Head of IEDO Fire and Rescue Drone Commission.
David talks about the development of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) drone program and the importance of standardized training and proficiency in the public safety drone industry.
He emphasizes the need for collaboration between entrepreneurs and public safety organizations and the value of reporting quantifiable metrics to demonstrate the impact of drone programs.
David also highlights the role of cultural understanding and the importance of unifying voices in the industry. Overall, he emphasizes the power of technology, such as drones, in improving safety and efficiency in public safety.
So click play now to hear what he has to share! And stay tuned for the next Mini Series episode!
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What can we learn from cockroaches and spiders?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
Welcome back to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the Reveille Peak Ranch and by our friends at Granite Defense, and showcased the use of robotics (air/water/ground) in public safety via keynote presentations, training scenario stations, roundtable conversations, and more.
In this episode:
Insights into bio-inspired robotics and practical applications The synergy between biology and robotics for innovation The future of untethered robots in various fieldsFind out from Heiko Kabutz - an Insect Robotics PhD student at the University of Colorado Boulder.
Heiko talks about his research on bio-inspired robotics, specifically studying cockroaches and spiders. He explains the importance of making research relevant and applying nature's concepts to robot design.
Heiko also explores the difference between bio-inspiration and biomimicry. He shares his future plans and challenges in developing untethered robots and using them for practical applications. And lastly, Heiko emphasizes the value of learning from field experience and using robotics to understand the world around us.
So click play now to hear what he has to share! And stay tuned for the next Mini Series episode!
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Why should TAK become a default tool for public safety operations?
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Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
Welcome back to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the Reveille Peak Ranch and by our friends at Granite Defense, and showcased the use of robotics (air/water/ground) in public safety via keynote presentations, training scenario stations, roundtable conversations, and more.
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The role of TAK in Colorado's public safety operations Enhancing situational awareness and decision-making The widespread adoption and future of TAK in public safetyGet the inside scoop from Dr. Robert (Bob) Gann - the Deputy Director of the Center of Excellence for Advanced Technology Aerial Firefighting.
Bob talks about the implementation and benefits of the Team Awareness Kit (TAK) in Colorado. TAK is a tool that allows for sharing situational awareness in public safety. The Colorado TAK ecosystem provides a platform for agencies to manage their own people and information, improving efficiency and decision-making.
The implementation of TAK in Colorado has been successful, with over 100 agencies and 1,200-1,500 responders currently using the system. The future of TAK looks promising, with the goal of making it a default tool for public safety operations.
So click play now to hear what he has to share! And stay tuned for the next Mini Series episode!
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