FIREPORT: A Viable Emergency Response App for Android Users
FIREPORT is a free utility and tool application for Android users that allows them to quickly assess any emergency situation and determine the readiness of other unit members. With just one click, users can log in to the service and signal their availability for deployment. If they are out of range, they can also log out of the service to indicate that they are not available for deployment. If they are responding to an emergency from home, they can use the app to navigate to the site of the incident.
The app offers several features, including easy pairing with the FIREPORTAL response portal, a selection of alarm tones, online information about the current duty shift, a history of past incidents, and the ability to display messages from the unit leader to all members. During an emergency, the app displays the most critical information from the deployment command and allows users to confirm their participation with just one click. The app also provides feedback from all unit members and displays the location of the incident on the map, with navigation options to the site or to the fire station.
Overall, FIREPORT is an essential tool for first responders and emergency personnel, providing them with a reliable and efficient means of communication and coordination during critical incidents.
