Skip to main content
APCO 2024 Main banner
Icon Legend
This session is not in your schedule.
This session is in your schedule. Click again to remove it.
Presentation Icons
Communications Center Management
Communications Center Management
Wellness in the Emergency Communications Center
Wellness in the Emergency Communications Center
Cutting Edge Developments
Cutting Edge Developments
Cybersecurity for Public Safety Communications
Cybersecurity for Public Safety Communications
Emergency Preparedness, Response & Situational Awareness
Emergency Preparedness, Response & Situational Awareness
FirstNet: Transforming the Future of Emergency Communications
FirstNet: Transforming the Future of Emergency Communications
Frontline Telecommunicator
Frontline Telecommunicator
Leadership Development
Leadership Development
NG9-1-1 and Emerging Technologies
NG9-1-1 and Emerging Technologies
Radio and Wireless Communications Technologies
Radio and Wireless Communications Technologies
Repeat Session
Repeat Session
Back
Evaluation ViewAttendees 2

Emergency Preparedness, Response and Situational Awareness

Enhance Response and Collaboration with Alert Technology

Wednesday, August 7, 2024
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM  
Location: Orange County Convention Center, W209
CEU: 1

    Main Presenter(s)

  • Darin Dillard

    Vice President, Research & Development
    Caliber Public Safety
    Denver, Colorado

    Slides

    • Co-Presenter(s)

  • Todd Thompson

    VP Strategic Development
    Caliber Public Safety
    Winston Salem, North Carolina

  • Isaac Sprague

    Customer Success Manager
    Caliber Public Safety

Presentation Description: Preparing for Critical Events: Harnessing Alerting Technology and Collaboration for a Safer Tomorrow. This session explores mobile alerting technology's vital role in improving readiness for active shooter situations. As such incidents become more frequent, addressing organizational challenges becomes crucial. This discussion uncovers these multifaceted challenges and provides actionable insights for preparedness. Attendees will learn proactive measures, including advanced mobile alerting technology and collaboration, to strengthen resilience. We'll also examine PSAP public organization partnerships to enhance community safety.

Detailed Description: This insightful session delves into the critical role of mobile alerting technology in enhancing organizational readiness for active shooter situations. As the frequency of such tragic events continues to rise, understanding and overcoming the challenges organizations encounter is paramount. Our discussion will unravel the multifaceted nature of these challenges and provide actionable insights into fortifying organizational preparedness.

Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on the proactive measures organizations can adopt to navigate and mitigate the impact of active shooter incidents. From leveraging innovative mobile alerting technologies to fostering collaborative approaches, this session aims to equip participants with a comprehensive toolkit for bolstering resilience.

Furthermore, we will explore the symbiotic relationship between organizations and Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) in their shared commitment to community safety. Insightful discussions will highlight how PSAPs can play a pivotal role in supporting and enhancing the preparedness efforts of organizations serving their communities.

Join us for an engaging exploration of innovative strategies, practical solutions, and collaborative frameworks that can make a tangible difference in fostering a safer environment for all.

Key Presentation Points:
• The critical role of mobile alerting technology in enhancing organizational readiness for active shooter situations.
• Proactive measures for organizations to navigate and mitigate the impact of active shooter incidents, including the use of advanced mobile alerting technologies and collaborative approaches.
• The symbiotic relationship between organizations and Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) in their shared commitment to community safety and the role of PSAPs in supporting and enhancing organizational preparedness efforts.

Learning Objectives:

  • With the growing frequency of active shooter incidents, organizations must adapt their emergency response protocols to ensure more effective collaboration with PSAPs and first responders. At the end of this session, participants will be able to assess current emergency response protocols at their agency for active shooter incidents and offer recommendations for improvements.
  • Gain insights into innovative strategies and technologies that enhance the rapid deployment and coordination of life-saving resources, benefiting PSAPs and first responders. At the end of this session, participants will understand the existing technologies available to improve preparation and collaboration for active shooter incidents and will be able to provide a business case to acquire and implement technology to improve life-saving resource coordination.
  • Discover how PSAPs can play a pivotal role in guiding and directing community organizations, fostering a unified and effective response to active shooter situations. At the end of this session, participants will be equipped to establish effective communication channels with community organizations to formulate strategies for guiding and directing unified responses that promote collaboration in order to ensure an effective community-wide response to active shooter incidents.