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Mapping Tech in Public Safety

Mapping Tech in Public Safety

By Chris Rogers & Steve Pollackov

Welcome to Mapping Tech in Public Safety with Chris and Steve.

This podcast is about Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and how it integrates with Public Safety. Learn about GIS Mapping Technology and how public safety organizations use this technology for major incidents, pre-planning, special events, daily operations, etc.
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Mapping Tech in Public Safety - Still at Home

Mapping Tech in Public SafetyMay 03, 2020

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Oregon Emergency Management

Oregon Emergency Management

Steve and Chris interview Daniel Stoelb from the Oregon Department of Emergency Management.  Daniel shared his incites on uses for GIS in emergency management and shares some contrast between his pre and post pandemic experiences.

Mar 04, 202201:09:32
What could we have done differently?

What could we have done differently?

Technology changes rapidly. These rapid advancements also include Geographic Information Systems (GIS). While certain GIS technologies weren't available to us, Chris and Steve discuss with guest Peter Hanna, GIS efforts that we could have done differently. We reflect back on years past on items that would have improved GIS within our agencies. 

Some of these efforts still could be applied to working or managing today's GIS organizations. Having a Strategic Plan or having a champion helping the advancement of technology initiatives are some of our discussions. 

In this episode, the three of us also play a little Geography quiz. Hint: Steve lost.

Sound effects provided by: Epidemic Sound.

Oct 05, 202037:43
Public Safety Communications Research 2020 Conference Review
Aug 17, 202030:38
ESRI GIS User Conference - Finale Wrap Up
Jul 17, 202053:43
ESRI GIS User Conference - Day 3 Wrap Up
Jul 16, 202037:49
ESRI GIS User Conference - Day 2 Wrap Up
Jul 15, 202027:35
ESRI GIS User Conference - Day 1 Wrap Up
Jul 14, 202029:22
Play the Long Game - Houston PD GIS

Play the Long Game - Houston PD GIS

"The power of web GIS has allowed us to enable the Houston Police Department with maps and apps that help solve crime, improve efficiency and provide a safe environment for the citizens. You have to change the culture and the mood of the department. This is how GIS technology can help  our operations and workflows being more efficient. Be a GIS Champion and play the long game."

Mapping Tech in Public Safety talk with Lt. Freddie Croft and GIS Manager Patrick Alexander how they implemented an impressive GIS system within the Houston Police Department in approximately 1 year.

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Jun 01, 202059:56
Mapping Tech in Public Safety - GIS Corps
May 18, 202041:42
Mapping Tech in Public Safety - Still at Home
May 03, 202049:38
Mapping Tech in Public Safety - COVID-19 Resources
Apr 13, 202037:46
Mapping Tech in Public Safety - COVID-19 Quarantine

Mapping Tech in Public Safety - COVID-19 Quarantine

Mapping Tech in Public Safety co-host Chris Rogers was quarantined due to the COVID-19. After responding to a job at the Life Care Center of Kirkland, Chris was exposed to the Coronavirus. Due to the exposure, the entire firehouse crew was affected. Chris discusses his experience being quarantined in the firehouse. 

GIS is so important during evolving incidents. Especially incidents that change on an hourly basis. Chris and Steve discuss the response / resources from the GIS community and government agencies publishing maps and data about the spread of the Coronavirus. 

Please follow you municipality's guidelines to stay safe during this worldwide incident.

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Mar 27, 202037:28
Mapping Tech in Public Safety - Decade in Review

Mapping Tech in Public Safety - Decade in Review

Mapping Tech in Public Safety discusses the growth in GIS over the last 10 years. With the web and mobile apps paving the way for non-GIS professionals to have geographic data on their mobile devices at all times. Paper maps still have a role in GIS, but have rapidly decreased. 

With the increasing tech advances in wearable devices, Chris and Steve discuss possible visions over the next 10 years. 

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Feb 03, 202034:43
Mapping Tech in Public Safety - Thank You Fire Map Updater
Nov 04, 201941:56
The National Alliance for Public Safety GIS (NAPSG) Foundation

The National Alliance for Public Safety GIS (NAPSG) Foundation

The National Alliance for Public Safety GIS (NAPSG) Foundation is a 501 (C) (3) not-for-profit organization that was formed in 2005 to overcome the challenges faced by Federal, tribal, state, and local public safety agencies. The foundation is a consortium of national organizations which represent local government, public safety, and health professionals with a shared vision of advancing the effective use of GIS for public safety. NAPSG assists emergency management and public safety with the knowledge, skills, and resources to apply decision-support technology and data in enhancing preparedness and building a more resilient nation. 

Mapping Tech in Public Safety discusses the history, vision and mission of NAPSG. Listen to Director Peter O'Rourke and Project Manager Paul Doherty, Phd discuss the purpose of the organization and current on-going projects within the organization. 


Sep 30, 201951:48
Damage Assessment Part 2

Damage Assessment Part 2

Damage Assessment Demo

Mapping Tech in Public Safety discusses a series of educational demo episodes to show the uses and benefits of GIS technology for Public Safety. These podcast episodes will build upon future episodes as Chris and Steve show different applications for collecting and sharing data.

This episode uses the Damage Assessment layer from Part 1 to collect data from the field.

Along with the audio recording of the episode, videos of the episode will be posted on YouTube and our blog.

www.mappingtechinpublicsafety.com

Sep 07, 201928:14
Damage Assessment Part 1

Damage Assessment Part 1

Damage Assessment Demo

Mapping Tech in Public Safety is starting a series of educational demo episodes to show the uses and benefits of GIS technology for Public Safety. These podcast episodes will build upon future episodes as Chris and Steve show different applications for collecting and sharing data. 

This episode will begin with creating a Damage Assessment layer used to display building damage and severity during an incident.

Along with the audio recording of the episode, videos of the episode will be posted on YouTube and our blog. 

www.mappingtechinpublicsafety.com

Aug 05, 201936:46
Interview with VA-TF1

Interview with VA-TF1

Interview with Chief John Morrison (Viena, VA Volunteer FD) and Chief Ry Kendrick (Fairfax County, VA Fire & Rescue) Both of the Chiefs are on the Virginia Task Force 1 Urban Search and Rescue - Planning Section. 

The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department sponsors an Urban Search and Rescue Program that supports both domestic and international responses.  Domestically the team deploys as part of the FEMA National Urban Search & Rescue Response System as VA-TF1.  Internationally the team deploys as USA-1 under the auspices of the US Agency for International Development's (USAID) Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Response (OFDA). 

The team has deployed multiple times assisting with coordination and search & rescue involving large scale disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, and flooding.  Outside of response the team also provides assistance with response capacity building efforts benefiting citizens of the United states and the global community.

Having deployed numerous times as one of the 28 FEMA teams and 2 partner OFDA teams, Fairfax County Urban Search and Rescue has become one of a very small number of highly qualified and experienced USAR responders.

Listen as the Chiefs discuss their deployments to location such as Haiti and Napal and their use with GIS and maps.  The Chief's also discuss the use of GIS within their Fire Departments.

Feb 11, 201952:57
GIS Preparedness

GIS Preparedness

All Public Safety agencies prepare for daily operations and major incidents. In Public Safety GIS, preparedness is just as important!!! Listen to Chris and Steve discuss having map data, symbology, equipment and resources ready so they are easily accessible and understandable during an incident.
Nov 01, 201843:27
GIS in Next Generation 911

GIS in Next Generation 911

What happens behind the scenes with GIS when you call 911? Mapping Tech in Public Safety podcast Ep4 will discuss with guests from GeoComm how vital GIS in a Next Generation 911 system.
Sep 24, 201801:03:46
Guest Dave Blankinship

Guest Dave Blankinship

An interview with our first guest - Dave Blankinship. Co-Founder of Intterra, inc. and former Colorado Springs Fire Department GIS Manager. About Intterra, cloud-based data visualization software for fire agencies: get to a new level of situational awareness.
Sep 09, 201840:32
GIS Demo
Aug 22, 201847:51
Introductions
Jul 17, 201838:22