Technology

The Firehouse.com Technology category is a collection of news, education, product listings and resources for fire/rescue technology, including communications equipment, drones, mobile and desktop data devices and software, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence products.
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volunteer firefighting LODD injuries causal factors NIOSH Michael Daley
June 4, 2025
Michael Daley exams four NIOSH Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation Reports to illustrate the fact that the five most common causal factors in LODDs occur repeatedly and in multiples...
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The Firehouse Yak: Tom Jenkins
May 12, 2025
Peter Matthews and Chief Tom Jenkins discuss the new national fire service reporting system, NERIS, and what listeners need to know about onboarding and how effective use of the...
Irmo Fire Department
Irmo Firefighter James Michael Muller Lawsuit Filed
May 6, 2025
The lawsuit, filed by Irmo firefighter James Muller's wife, accuses the City of Columbia and Richland County of inadequate training and miscommunications.
Verizon
Verizon Gives Ericsson Verizon Frontline Verified Status
May 2, 2025
Verizon Frontline announced Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions as the latest partner to earn “Verizon Frontline Verified” status.
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Acadian Ambulance
May 2, 2025
The 2024 breach reportedly led to the leak of information of 2.9 million people, but attorneys argue have victims haven't proven harm.
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May 2, 2025
Mark Reddish tells why it's imperative for fire departments to prepare immediately for what surely will be an onslaught of misinformation, swatting attacks and false emergency...