“Next Generation 911 (NG911) will enhance the 911 system to create a faster, more flexible, resilient, and scalable system that allows 911 to keep up with communication technology used by the public” (911.gov, n.d.). As previously quoted, 70 percent of the nation’s population is using mobile devices that are not compatible with current 911 standards. The NG911 policy is a compilation of ideas, research, framework information on NG911 systems, committees and organization established to assist PSAPs, as well as, suggested protocols for implementation and continued usage of a Next Generation 911 system. Both short-term and long-term goals of NG911 seem to be legal, just, and democratic. This policy does not infringe on anyone’s rights. There …show more content…
“Social workers’ primary goal is to help people in need and to address social problems” (NASW, 2008). NG911 does exactly that, helps people in need by giving people better access to help when they find themselves in need of emergency services. People facing dire emergency situations are in vulnerable positions, therefore, NG911 promotes social justice by giving people the ability to use different forms of communication when they find themselves in those vulnerable positions. The dignity and worth of someone with hearing impairment is often left with very few options when they need to call 911, although, Next Generation 911 gives them self-determination by allowing them to use text messaging just like everyone else. Social Workers value the importance of human relationships, NG911 promotes those human connections by allowing easier access to a law enforcement officer, paramedic, or firefighter. NG911 enhances the integrity and competence of first responders and emergency services by giving the public the confidence that they will be able to access 911 whenever, from wherever and however they need to do so. Most dispatchers know that it is not if NG911 will be implemented, but when the implementation will take place. It is a change that we know is coming and we are trying to be prepared, but change is never easy. When implementation day strikes our 911 center there will be resistance, …show more content…
Alternatively if a call were to come in via text message, dispatchers would have to read the incoming text message, respond by text message, and then compile a report relaying the needed information to the responders. Plus, as Bleiberg and West (2014) mentioned, the call taking process is slower, sometimes there are critical questions that require urgent answers, but with text messaging there is a delay in the response compared to a live voice phone call. Once pictures and videos come into play there will be even more responsibility in getting those images out to the responders while still filling out the report and talking or texting with the caller. The new technology adds more layers that dispatchers will have to adapt and adjust to. In order to help with this concern, we would ask for public education with an emphasis on the importance of using voice calls whenever possible and text, picture, or video only in those extremely rare instances when those forms of communication are only
There are a bunch of conspiracies in this world and there's a few on the tragedy that happened on September 11, 2001. One of the theories is that inside traders knew about the attacks before they happened. As said in an article, “in the days before 9/11 there was a huge increase in the number of put options purchased on their airlines, compared to the normal average daily volume.”(Davis) Before I explain what that means the article also mentioned, “ this huge increase in the volume of put options suggests that the people buying these put options knew in advance that 9/11 was about to happen.” (Davis) What the quotes are saying, is that a few days before 9/11, out of nowhere, there was an huge increase in the airlines, that were hijacked, stock markets. The conspiracy theory is that the government was aware of the attacks the entire time but because they were making profit, this did nothing about it.
Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5 directly relates to the National Incident Management System and the National Response Framework. In fact, it directly correlates with their missions. HSPD-5 was the directive that needed to start things in motion; NIMS and the NRF are the aftermath of the directive. With the formation of NIMS and soon after the NRF, America can operate successfully under one national manage...
Before reading this book I thought 911 calls and 311 calls were responded every time. But in Eastern District in Baltimore that is not the case. The residents in Eastern district are much different compared to Fargo/ Moorhead area where most calls are responded too. Moskos said that some criminals will call 911 for a shooting in one area so that cops will go there so they can commit a crime in the opposite direction. Now officers in the Eastern district know how to know which calls are fake. Example: if a call comes in for a shooting in one area and that is the only call then it is fake.
"Get me the police". Prior to the rotary dial many people all over the country had to wait for operator assistance when placing a phone call. Creating an emergency number was a sufficient way of connecting to an emergency personnel’s. Before the emergency number was established the caller dependency for an emergency contact was the operator. The caller would have to wait for assistance and then tell the operator the number of whom they wish to be connected to. In case of emergency the caller could simply reply with the emergency service name and get help. In 1967, the President's Commission on Law Enforcement and Administration of Justice suggested that a "particular number be established" generally for exposure of emergency situations. As a result of the colossal attention in this concern the President's Commission on Civil Disorders turned to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for a clarification. In November of 1967 FCC met with the American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T) to find a way of establishing a universal emergency number that may possibly be implemented promptly. Later congress passed a law identifying 9-1-1 to be the standard emergency contact number for the United States of America. By the end of the 20th century nearly 93% of the U.S was covered with some type of 9-1-1 service. So, whenever there are an emergency occurring citizen’ young and old have access to the universal emergency number. This is a telephone number to be used for immediate access to help and assistance when an accident or serious problem occurs. Children can be taught to dial 9-1-1 when life and/or property are in immediate danger. In addition to, being in danger it defeats the purpose of having an emergency number.
The social safety net has grown to include and protect a diverse group of people of all ages. Social workers have become vital to older persons who need long term care, persons struggling with addictions, and communities that are devastated by natural disasters, acts of terrorism, and violent tragedies
In March of 2016, a 7-year-old-girl, Jenna Viloria, dialed 9-1-1 after her dad fell unconscious to the floor. Jenna Viloria, remained calm and was able to provide dispatchers with her complete address and patiently waited for help to arrive, consequently saving her father’s life. 9-1-1 centers, such as the one Jenna called, are responsible for coordinating first responders, this task is an integral part of the Homeland Security mission. In 2013, days after the marathon bombing, a call came into a 9-1-1 center stating that there was a person hiding inside man’s boat that was located outside his home. With a suspect on the loose, 9-1-1 dispatcher informed officers in the area. Two minutes later, law enforcement officers secured the scene, and
... be fostered. Nevertheless, current coordination is not bad as the MTA is the overall umbrella agency that has coordinated diverse emergency response organizations in the city of New York. For instance, during the time of the blackout, diverse stakeholders shared information although communication systems were weak. The impact of the blackout on the transportation sector and health of New York City was severe and key lessons can be learnt. Learning from past experience such as the blackout in 2003 has been attested by Volpe (2004) who indicates that experience would help improve future emergency response. This can also help design effective emergency policies and plans. Personnel had previously become familiar with each other through day-to-day operations and joint terrorism exercises. However, further research is recommended to expound more on this issue in detail.
Normally, when we call 9-1-1, the emergency responders would answer the phone. In the story, all circuits are busy, including the sheriff, highway patrol, and all emergency dispatch centers which are near the town. A recording tells the protagonist that “all operators are busy and his call will be answered by the first available” to display that all communication equipment around the town where the protagonist lives has been destroyed by a big catastrophe. Therefore, we can believe that there was an explosion nearby the protagonist's house due to the fact that all communication equipment has been destroyed for miles around.
It’s something that everyone uses all the time. In Nancy Lubin’s Ted Talk video, she states that, ”To most of you, this is a device to buy, sell, play games, watch videos. I think it might be a lifeline. I think actually it might be able to save more lives than penicillin.” Lubin recognizes how powerful texting is; more powerful than emailing. She believes communication is the key to saving lives. I always reply to my text messages instead of my emails and calls since it's more efficient and text messages are able to be delivered in a flash. But I never thought of how strong texting can be for helping those in desperate need. One simple talk, or in this case, text can help those who are under tough times. “Talking in person can create an uncomfortable environment for the victim who needs help,” says therapist Zawn Villines. I agree with Zawn, when I have problems that have to deal with stress or anxiety, I feel better texting than confronting friends. I feel more comfortable on the phone texting because I feel uncomfortable with the slow-paced, in person type of communication. Lublin trusts the fact that the power of data can help not only with the girl who’s been bullied or raped but with the police department or schools. Police officers are able to use statistical system to track down crimes using Compstat, which is an organization system of real time data. School can get
Thesis Statement: It is dangerous to have an aging, non-integrated and linked emergency alert broadcast system even though an integrated alert network would be expensive, it could save countless lives. 1. What is the goal in this paper? The goal of my essay is to identify the various weaknesses of the current Emergency Alert System (EAS). Thus, after identifying the weaknesses, solutions to create a modern, multi-tiered comprehensive alerting network system can be proposed.
Global security is an extraordinarily imperative idea when it comes to public safety. The purpose of global security is to protect the interests of the public. When viewing this through the lens of public and private relationships, it is effortless to see how the two walk hand in hand when it comes to trying to achieve global security. Global security is a relevant concept because the people of the United States need to be protected at all costs. Along with protecting the public, the government also needs to protect the interests of itself. To achieve global security by way of protecting the public, the government works endlessly to ensure public safety.
I believe that 911 should have a texting feature. I strongly believe in this because one, if you are deaf, have a speech disability, or have a hard time hearing. Also because in a case of a lockdown a teacher could hide in a closet and text the police. Another reason, wireless phone companies must send information about your telephone number and location to a PSAP when you make a 911 call so you can get help more easily. Having a texting application would make 911 experiences a whole lot safer, easier, and more lives would be saved.
On September 11, 2001, the United States was attacked by a group of Islamic terrorists who hijacked four airplanes and carried out three simultaneous suicide attacks against the Pentagon and the World Trade Center. As a result of the multiple crimes, the United States’ government increased national security and prioritized our nation 's’ defense, often at the expense of the people’s privacy, by enacting policies like the Patriot Act (What is the USA Patriot Web 2011). This left personal emails, text messages, internet history, and personal belongings exposed to the government. Although the government reduced the public’s rights to privacy, it is a necessary step to ensure national safety and security.
He strictly implements the Protection of water sheds and the services of Davao 911. By the implementation of protecting the water sheds, the water of Davao becomes the best drinking water in the country and 2nd best in the world. The people of Davao also enjoys the services of Davao 911, which 1st and only one in Asia. On September 27, 2002 the Central Communications and Emergency Response Center was formally launched. The facility is both a call center and a dispatch center that will link the residents needing assistance with the emergency resources of the government – the police; firefighters; medical workers; and rescue services. For convenience and easy memorization,the combination of numbers 9-1-1 was selected as the access number to the facility. That is why when the facility, now know better known as Davao City Central 911, was launched, Davao City became only the third locality in the world that utilizes 911 as its emergency number, next only to the United States and Canada. (Davao City Centarl
...ction during emergency situations for everyone, government included (Coyle 8). In times of disaster the simple use of a cell phone has saved many lives both as in preparing for disaster and recovering from them (33). The ease of use has put a cell phone in almost every hand from two years of age to eighty years of age. The convenience of being able to reach family in a catastrophic event or contacting a child immediately for a change of plans is immeasurable to most.