The IAFC's Technology Council serves as a knowledge center for technological developments that affect the fire service. The council provides a forum for information and knowledge exchange among different stakeholders, including fire chiefs, public safety organizations and vendors.
Vision: To advance the fire/rescue/EMS services and allied agencies to be on the leading edge of technological adaptation. For more information: Technology Council Restructure (pdf)
Mission: To promote an environment that encourages and supports innovation to drive the adoption, adaptation and/or acceptance of technological solutions within a standards-based, interoperable framework.
Projects
Webinars
First Due Size Up
Live webinar conducted Feb. 12, 2018
Axon Body Worn Cameras in the Fire/EMS
Live webinar conducted Jan. 30, 2018
Webinar Series: Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) in the Fire Service
- Unmanned Aerial Systems in the Fire Service - Part 3
Live webinar conducted June 2, 2017
GIS Podcast
The IAFC Technology Council produced the Power of GIS video in partnership with the U.S. Fire Administration. This 10-minute video offers a quick tutorial for fire chiefs and decision makers interested in using GIS. The video has 3 components: understanding GIS, partnering with the GIS community and seeing the power of GIS.
As part of our continuing GIS development the IAFC works with the National Alliance for Public Safety GIS Foundation to further the knowledge, skills, and resources to apply decision-support technology and data in enhancing preparedness and building a more resilient nation.
How to Participate
Complete the IAFC Tech Council form to indicate your areas of expertise and interest as they relate to the work of the council. When an opportunity for involvement arises that matches your interest, we'll contact you.
If you're a vendor and are interested in learning more about the council, please email techcouncil@iafc.org.
Leadership & Contact
Chair: Caleb Holt
Vice Chair: Don Oliver
Staff Liaison: Jeff Dulin
703-537-4849
techcouncil@iafc.org
The next meeting will be held during the First Quarter of 2017