TiPS Today in Public Safety with Fletch

TiPS Episode 25 0407 - Natl Public Safety Telecommunicator Week 2025

“Hold the Phone: It’s Your Week to Shine!”
Welcome to National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week!In this episode, Fletch celebrates the incredible, unshakable, and often unsung heroes of the 9-1-1 world—dispatchers.
Learn why this week matters, how to show your appreciation (without calling 9-1-1 to ask!), and how to make supporting these pros a year-round habit.
💡 Informative, and always respectful—this one’s for the folks behind the headsets.
✅ Listen, laugh, and learn.✅ Subscribe for more TiPS episodes.✅ Visit [911tips.com] for the full archive.
#NPSTW #PublicSafetyPodcast #911Dispatchers #TiPS #NG911 #EmergencyCommunications #ThankYouDispatch

Episode Preview for the Week of 04-07

TIPS: TODAY IN PUBLIC SAFETY is hosted by Fletch, and sponsored by 911inform. Please enjoy this preview of the stories we've produced for this week.
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TiPS Episode 25 0404 - Proud to Be an ENP and Why Enterprises Should Care

In today's episode of TiPS: Today in Public Safety, Fletch, a 20+ year veteran ENP, explores the critical role of NENA’s respected Emergency Number Professionals (ENPs) certification for enterprise 911 deployments. Discover how historically poor 911 implementations have created unnecessary emergencies, how Kari’s Law and the RAY BAUM’S Act changed the game, and why your business needs to utilize a provider with an ENP guiding your next deployment. Don't miss this informative look at why enterprises must prioritize emergency communications accuracy. Remember to like, subscribe, and comment below!

TiPS Episode 25 0402 - Disability Access Finally Improved with NG911

In this episode of TiPS: Today in Public Safety, Fletch explores how Next Generation 911 (NG911) is enhancing emergency service accessibility for the Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing community. Join us as he discusses the technological advancements, legislative impacts, and the ongoing efforts to create a more inclusive public safety system. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments below!

TiPS Episode 25 0401 Food for Thought: Apple's Edible IoT Revolution

In this Special Edition of TiPS: Today in Public Safety, @911inform's Fletch uncovers Apple's newest innovation—edible, micro-nano CHIPS embedded in your snacks. Discover how these futuristic "Apple CHIP Apple Chips" might track your biometrics, location, and maybe even order you a therapy Labradoodle named CHASE. Is this real tech or just a perfectly lsunch for today? Tune in and find out!
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🔗 [http://911TiPS.com]📅 Episode Release: April 1st, 2025#PublicSafety #TiPSPodcast #AppleChips #AprilFoolsDay

TiPS Episode 25 0331 - NG911 AI - Assistive Interactions

In this episode, "NG911 AI: Assistive Interactions," we're diving deep into how Artificial Intelligence reshapes emergency communications.
Think AI will replace the 911 call-taker? Not so fast! We're unpacking myths, truths, and realities of AI as your new digital dispatcher co-pilot.
Discover how AI technologies—powered by Large Language Models—can lighten the load for public safety professionals, reduce response times, and even spot burnout before it happens. With public safety calls skyrocketing due to widespread internet connectivity and smartphone usage (cellular devices have surged nearly 80% over the last decade, according to CTIA!), AI isn't here to steal jobs—it's here to make them manageable.
Join Fletch for an insightful exploration of AI in NG911, blending technical expertise with practical examples everyone can appreciate.For more engaging episodes, don't forget to like, subscribe, and ring the bell to stay updated!
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Episode Preview for the week of 03-31

TIPS: TODAY IN PUBLIC SAFETY is hosted by Fletch, and sponsored by 911inform. Please enjoy this preview of the stories we've produced for this week.
911inform: Making Every Second Count - When it Matters Most™
We're the industry leader and proud to have implemented more 911 Geofences for Commercial Enterprises, Schools, and Hospitals than all other solutions on the market COMBINED.
Visit us at http://911inform.com or call Toll FREE 1-833-333-1911
 

TiPS Episode 25 0328 SWATTING - When a Hoax Becomes a Felony

🚨 Swatting: When a Simple Hoax Become a Felony 🚨
In this eye-opening episode of 'Tips Today in Public Safety,' host Mark Fletcher, a NENA-certified Emergency Number Professional (ENP), delves into the alarming rise of swatting incidents. Discover how this dangerous prank has evolved into a serious crime, targeting individuals from online gamers to public figures. Learn about the government's crackdown on offenders, the technological tools aiding law enforcement, and the severe legal consequences awaiting perpetrators—yes, even those who think it's 'just a joke.'
Whether you're a concerned citizen or just curious, this episode is a must-listen to understand why swatting is no laughing matter. Stay safe, stay informed, and maybe think twice before that next prank call.