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Welcome to TiPS: Today in Public Safety!
Stay informed. Stay prepared. Stay connected.
TiPS: Today in Public Safety delivers the latest insights in Next Generation 911 (NG911) and public safety technology, helping you navigate the innovations transforming emergency response.
Hosted by Mark J. Fletcher, ENP (“Fletch”), a leading expert with 14 U.S. patents, each episode dives into real-world trends in NG911 implementation, interoperability, cybersecurity, and emergency communications strategy.
Published every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8AM Eastern, the show brings you nearly 200 episodes of sharp, relevant, and forward-looking discussions designed for today’s public safety professionals.
Subscribe now at http://911TiPS.com for the updates that matter most in Public Safety communications.
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Episodes
Monday May 05, 2025
Monday May 05, 2025
Swatting has evolved from a simple prank to a purposeful weapon — and certain groups out there are using it to target and terrorize communities.
In this episode, Fletch dives deep into how online networks weaponize emergency services, the role extremist groups play, and how advanced tech like 911inform is arming Public Safety with better tools to respond.
⚠️WARNING!! The content in this blog may be unsettling to some listeners. Viewer caution is advised.⚠️
Buckle up — this one pulls no punches.
For Fletch's Blogs, see his Wordpress Site at [ http://Fletch.TV ]
and you can follow him on Social Media (such as X) @Fletch911
For NG911 Consulting Services - you can reach Fletch through Fletch 911, LLC at http://Fletch911.com
Sunday May 04, 2025
Sunday May 04, 2025
🚨 New TiPS: Today in Public Safety BONUS Episode Drop!
The nation’s 9-1-1 infrastructure is running on legacy systems older than disco. In TiPS Episode 25 0509, we break down the real risks of aging telecom, the “last mile” problem, and why NG911 isn’t just an upgrade—it’s a lifeline.
🎧 Tune in now and let’s give our emergency services not only a job re-classification but the emergency services network and situational awareness from the scene that they and the field units they dispatch and coordinate desperately deserve.
#NG911 #EmergencyServices #PublicSafety #Telecom #911inform #TiPSwithFletch
For Fletch's Blogs, see his Wordpress Site at [ http://Fletch.TV ]
and you can follow him on Social Media (such as X) @Fletch911
For NG911 Consulting Services - you can reach Fletch through Fletch 911, LLC at http://Fletch911.com
Friday May 02, 2025
Friday May 02, 2025
In this TiPS: Today in Public Safety episode, Fletch explores the urgent need for developing standards around emergency data sharing — and why enterprise network representatives must be part of the conversation. Learn how the Emergency Incident Data Object (EIDO) is changing Public Safety interoperability forever. Listen now!
REMEMBER : NEW EPISODES are published each week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning - usually around 8AM on"Fletch's LinkedIn page [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/fletch911/ ]For Fletch's Blogs, see his Wordpress Site at [ http://Fletch.TV ]
and you can follow him on Social Media (such as X) @Fletch911
For NG911 Consulting Services - you can reach Fletch through Fletch 911, LLC at http://Fletch911.com
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
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In this episode . . . Fletch explores the myth of "perfect" 911 location data — and the powerful role of geofencing and IoT integrations in today’s smarter Enterprise NG911 ready Public Safety solutions.
Learn how NG911 solutions like 911inform provide real-time awareness, internal notifications, and building access support for faster, better emergency response. #NG911 #PublicSafety #Geofencing #911inform
REMEMBER : NEW EPISODES are published each week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning - usually around 8AM on"Fletch's LinkedIn page [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/fletch911/ ]For Fletch's Blogs, see his Wordpress Site at [ http://Fletch.TV ]
and you can follow him on Social Media (such as X) @Fletch911
For NG911 Consulting Services - you can reach Fletch through Fletch 911, LLC at http://Fletch911.com
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
In this episode of TiPS: Today in Public Safety, Fletch explores why meeting the minimum legal requirements of Kari’s Law and RAY BAUM’S Act is only the beginning—and why your enterprise needs to go further to truly protect your staff and visitors.
From ethical dilemmas and misinformation to the chaos of BYOD and the legal gray zones, this episode breaks down the real-world risks of underestimating NG911 deployments.
📌 Topics Covered:
• What “compliance” really means (and doesn’t)
• When to educate management
• How to validate best practices
• Why smart enterprises treat NG911 as a strategic asset
🔗 Learn more at http://911inform.com
🎙 Hosted by Fletch | Sponsored by @911inform
📞 1-833-333-1911 | Making Every Second Count When it Matters Most™
For Fletch's Blogs, see his Wordpress Site at [ http://Fletch.TV ]
and you can follow him on Social Media (such as X) @Fletch911
For NG911 Consulting Services - you can reach Fletch through Fletch 911, LLC at http://Fletch911.com
Friday Apr 25, 2025
Friday Apr 25, 2025
In this episode of TiPS: Tooday in Public Safety, we examine Michigan Senate Bill 202 of 2025, a timely and critical legislative response to the growing threat of "swatting" — malicious false emergency calls that summon police to innocent people's homes.
Introduced by Senator Dayna Polehanki, SB 202 aims to make swatting a felony with penalties that escalate based on harm caused — from 4 years to 15 years in prison. The bill also allows restitution to recover emergency response costs. Tune in to understand what’s in the bill, why it matters, and where it stands in the legislative process.
📜 Full bill text: Michigan Legislature - SB 202
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more legislative breakdowns and public safety updates!
#Swatting #PublicSafety #MichiganLegislation #SB202 #LegislativeSpotlight
REMEMBER : NEW EPISODES are published each week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning - usually around 8AM on"Fletch's LinkedIn page [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/fletch911/ ]For Fletch's Blogs, see his Wordpress Site at [ http://Fletch.TV ]
and you can follow him on Social Media (such as X) @Fletch911
For NG911 Consulting Services - you can reach Fletch through Fletch 911, LLC at http://Fletch911.com
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
The technology you deploy in the Enterprise DOES matter to your employees.
In this episode, Fletch takes us back to 2008 when his daughter took the stage to talk to telecom engineers about how her generation communicates—and how that foresight shapes workforce expectations today. Learn why NG911 isn’t just about emergencies—it’s about attracting talent.
🚨 TiPS is brought to you by 911inform — Making Every Second Count™
Subscribe and learn more at 911tips.com
#NG911 #911inform #PublicSafety #EmergencyComms #WorkplaceSafety #TiPSPodcast
REMEMBER : NEW EPISODES are published each week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning - usually around 8AM on"Fletch's LinkedIn page [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/fletch911/ ]For Fletch's Blogs, see his Wordpress Site at [ http://Fletch.TV ]
and you can follow him on Social Media (such as X) @Fletch911
For NG911 Consulting Services - you can reach Fletch through Fletch 911, LLC at http://Fletch911.com
Monday Apr 21, 2025
Monday Apr 21, 2025
TiPS: Today in Public Safety – Episode 25 0421
Title: AR/XR Tools for NG911 Situational Awareness
Host: Mark J. Fletcher, ENP
In this episode, Fletch takes a quirky but informative look at how augmented and extended reality (AR/XR) will transform emergency response. From firefighter face masks displaying wireframes of buildings to first responders accessing biometric data in real time, the world of NG911 is stepping into the future—and fast. Enterprises can start making use of this today.
🔗 Subscribe and listen to more episodes at 911tips.com
🏥 Sponsored by 911inform – Making Every Second Count™
#AR #XR #NG911 #PublicSafety #911 #EmergencyResponse #SituationalAwareness #911inform #TiPSPodcast
REMEMBER : NEW EPISODES are published each week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning - usually around 8AM on"Fletch's LinkedIn page [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/fletch911/ ]For Fletch's Blogs, see his Wordpress Site at [ http://Fletch.TV ]
and you can follow him on Social Media (such as X) @Fletch911
For NG911 Consulting Services - you can reach Fletch through Fletch 911, LLC at http://Fletch911.com