TCOLE unit 3 Flashcards
which of the following best describes the function of a public safety answering point in the emergency response system?
A location where emergency calls are received and routed to the correct emergency system
How does effective call processing impact the overall efficiency of emergency response systems in the 9-1-1 system?
It enhances the speed and accuracy of routing calls to the correct emergency responders
A telecommunicator should be able to distinguish between different types of telephones and their effects on ____.
9-1-1 calls
What is the primary function of the 9-1-1 emergency number in the US
To facilitate immediate access to emergency services through designated call centers
Which of the following elements is essential for the effective routing of emergency calls within the 9-1-1 system?
-Automatic location identification (ALI)
-Public safety answering point (PSAP)
-call processing
Which of the following systems is NOT typically involved in Public safety emergency communication?
Social media monitoring tools
What was a significant benefit of implementing the 9-1-1 emergency number system in the US?
It created a single, easy-to-remember number for reporting emergencies.
In what year did AT&T play a pivotal role in the introduction of the 9-1-1 emergency number in the US?
1968
In November 1967, the ____ met with the American telephone and telegraph company (AT&T) to find a means of establishing a universal emergency number that could be implemented quickly.
FCC
What role does a Regional council or council of governments play in emergency management and planning?
They coordinate emergency response efforts and facilitate regional planning among local governments.
What was the primary legislative measure enacted to ensure the exclusive use of 9-1-1 for emergency calls in the US?
The wireless communications and public safety act of 1999
Which of the following best describes the primary function of a public safety answering point (PSAP) in the emergency response system?
A PSAP serves as a central hub for coordinating emergency response efforts and dispatching services.
Why is it important to understand the evolution of the 9-1-1 system in TX?
It highlights the technological advancements that have improved emergency response.
In 1967, the presidents commission on law enforcement and administration of justice recommended that a ____ _____ ____ _____ _____ Nationwide for reporting emergency situations.
a single number should be established
What is one of the primary improvements that enhanced 9-1-1 offers over the basic 9-1-1 system?
It provides automatic location information to emergency responders.
What event took place in Haleyville, Alabama, that marked a pivotal moment in the history of emergency communication systems in the US?
The first 9-1-1 call was made
What milestone in emergency communications was achieved February 16,1968 in the US?
the placement of the first ever 9-1-1 call b Rankin Fite
What is the primary function of the National Emergency Number Association (NENA) in relation to emergency communications?
To develop standards and guidelines for the 9-1-1 system.
How does Automatic location identification (ALI) contribute to the efficiency of emergency response systems?
By automatically providing the caller’s location to emergency responders
Which Texas city was the pioneer in implementing the 9-1-1 emergency number system in 1970
odessa
