From the Chief’s Corner: And so it begins: The Origins of the Safer Buildings Coalition
Posted on May 27, 2021
Like me, I am sure many of you are involved in many different activities and organizations related to business, relationships, or even hobbies. I suspect for the most part you take those activities and organizations at their face value without thinking about how they began. Often, our beginning is simply when or where we became involved. But the history surrounding them can be quite interesting sometimes. Have you wondered about the real beginning of the Safer Buildings Coalition? We have a lot of new members at the Coalition, so this month I want to take you on a little journey back in time to the birthplace of the Safer Buildings Coalition for a look at the when, where, and why we exist both today and tomorrow.
It's Here! Pre-order the SBC In-Building Public Safety ERCES Handbook with NICET IB-PSC Study Guide by 6/30/21 and get a 10% discount!
Pre-order the Study Guide by 6/30/21 and receive a 10% discount (retail price is $129)!
Posted on May 27, 2021
This first-of-its-kind printed desk reference and study guide titled, "In-Building Public Safety ERCES Handbook with NICET IB-PSC Certification Study Guide", authored by the Safer Buildings Coalition (SBC), includes comprehensive learning and reference material pertaining to Emergency Responder Communications Enhancement Systems (ERCES), plus everything you need to prepare for the NICET IB-PSC Certification.
SBC No-Noise Task Force Forges Ahead with a BHAG: Become the One Source of ERCES Truth
Posted on May 27, 2021
BHAG stands for Big Hairy Audacious Goal, an idea conceptualized in the book, “Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies” by James Collins and Jerry Porras. According to Collins and Porras, a BHAG is a long-term goal that changes the very nature of an organization's existence.
The 2021 election for the Safer Buildings Coalition Board of Directors is coming up. As always, we strongly encourage our members to vote in this election -- and to consider putting your name on the 2021 ballot and help the Coalition continue to make a difference.
Meet us at the upcoming Tech Talk webinar as Safer Buildings Coalition Member PCTEL® does a fast, but deep dive into the causes of radio communications impairments.
SBC’s John Foley to Moderate IWCE Webinar with Member Nextivity
Posted on May 27, 2021
Join Safer Buildings Coalition Managing Director John Foley who will moderate an expert panel that will discuss code advancements and new technology. As the workforce is returning to work, and buildings are being re-purposed; new UL2524 Compliant Equipment is being installed to ensure safe buildings and quicker Certificates of Occupancy. Join our panel as they discuss the latest benefits to server side monitoring as well as hear about the latest innovations that have taken Public Safety ERCES a major step forward. We will conclude the session with a Case Study overview of Cel-Fi QUATRA RED.
The Safer Buildings Coalition continues to grow. We now have more than 140 member organizations across several categories. We value each and every member, and it's our pleasure to introduce you to a few of the latest additions to our member base: Cushman & Wakefield and SBA Communications.
Please watch this month's video updates from the Chairs of the Safer Buildings Coalition’s five Work Groups on their group’s activities, achievements and needs.
Click on the links or images to watch the video messages below:
Randy O’Neill with SignalBooster.com says, imagine this scenario: You’re a firefighter in a burning building and you come across three unconscious people who have become trapped in a stairwell. You need help to carry them to safety so you immediately radio your crew for assistance. However, you realize there’s no way of getting a message through because there’s no signal coverage in the stairwell. You’re all on your own! You have no way to communicate with command or your crew, so your rescue job has now become more difficult and a lot more dangerous.
ADRF Introduces UL 2524 Certified VHF and UHF Public Safety Repeaters
Advanced RF Technologies, Inc. (ADRF), the largest pure-play in-building Distributed Antenna System (DAS) provider for public safety and commercial radio frequencies, today announced the commercial availability of its PSR-U Series VHF and UHF channelized digital repeaters. The PSR-U Series is certified to UL 2524, second edition, the Standard for in-building 2-way emergency radio communication enhancement systems (ERCES).
Want to Know Who Can Perform In-Building Public Safety Work?
The purpose of the Safer Buildings Coalition Member Showcase is to provide visibility to the organizations who have demonstrated this commitment through Safer Buildings Coalition participation in this specialized community of practice.
