National 9-1-1 Program Releases New 2018 Compilation of Next Generation 9-1-1 Standards

As the country continues to advance emergency communications with the implementation of Next Generation 911 (NG911), it is critical for 911 industry stakeholders to have access to a thorough compilation of NG911-related standards. While the Program is not a standard-setting body, it collaborates with over 40 different standards development organizations (SDOs) to catalog and describe such standards. The seventh edition of the Next Generation 911 Standards Identification and Review is now available. This compilation of NG911 standards contains criteria that can serve as the basis to achieve 911 interoperability across multiple jurisdictions. With this document, 911 leaders have access to a robust list of standards that will support informed decisions for an effective transition to NG911. This document helps to: Explain how standards are developed and accredited, and why they are necessary Bridge the gap between differing standards Identify where additional work on standards is needed For quick reference, the 2018 report includes a "what's new" section which highlights changes or updates to standards from the previous year. 911 stakeholders are encouraged to monitor these standards on a regular basis, as they will assist the community in keeping pace with the ever-changing emergency communications environment.  The National 911 Program remains committed to updating the report annually. The NG911 Standards Identification and Review for 2018 and all pre...
Source: JEMS: Journal of Emergency Medical Services News - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Communications & Dispatch Industry News Source Type: news