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First Responders
Whether it is a routine incident or a large-scale catastrophe such as an act of terrorism or natural disaster, multiple agencies must respond to the situation and work together.
Today more than 60,000 local, state, and federal agencies have first response roles. Yet their communications equipment operates on different frequencies and operating modes. This often prevents them from sharing vital information that is critical to saving lives, protecting resources and recovering quickly from an emergency.
A major barrier to true interoperability for these agencies has been the prohibitive costs of new communications equipment. Now BAE Systems provides the cost-effective solution.
What is the First InterComm System?
The First Responder Interoperable Communications system, also known as the First InterComm system, allows radios operating on different frequencies and protocols to communicate with each other. This small unit (8.625” x 8.625” x 2.5”) can be mounted inside a vehicle, uses the responder’s radio frequency, runs off the vehicle’s battery, and requires no operator involvement.
The system also allows an incident commander to establish a communications hierarchy through the creation of “talk groups,” thereby eliminating distractions resulting from too many people talking on the radio at the same time.
Radio incompatibility problems are solved without the need for major equipment replacements. The system’s digital technology supports upgrades.
- Received SAFETY Act designation
- Judged a “top performing” tech solution
- Successfully Demonstrated
For further information please contact:
BAE Systems
First InterComm System
+1 904-741-1745 or +1 603-885-9605
firstintercomm.eis@baesystems.com
