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Fire Service Data and Tech Talk: The Critical Role of Data, Building Intelligence, and Fire Prevention
In this episode of Fire Service Data and Tech Talk, fire safety experts Jill Cotton and Jack Murphy cover a crucial yet underappreciated aspect of firefighting: leveraging data, building technology, and fire prevention strategies to save lives and property. They discuss why residential sprinklers remain vastly underutilized despite proven effectiveness, the complexity of high-rise and groundscraper buildings, and the urgent need for actionable preincident intelligence. Murphy shares insights from decades of fire prevention work and code enforcement challenges, emphasizing the importance of building legacy databases and real-time tactical awareness. Cotton highlights how technology can bridge gaps for under-resourced departments, stressing collaboration with fire inspectors and building owners. The conversation also emphasizes the necessity for firefighters to shift their mindset—viewing prevention and codes not as obstacles but as lifesaving tools.
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Fire Service Data and Tech Talk: The Critical Role of Data, Building Intelligence, and Fire Prevention
In this episode of Fire Service Data and Tech Talk, fire safety experts Jill Cotton and Jack Murphy cover a crucial yet underappreciated aspect of firefighting: leveraging data, building technology, and fire prevention strategies to save lives and property. They discuss why residential sprinklers remain vastly underutilized despite proven effectiveness, the complexity of high-rise and groundscraper buildings, and the urgent need for actionable preincident intelligence. Murphy shares insights from decades of fire prevention work and code enforcement challenges, emphasizing the importance of building legacy databases and real-time tactical awareness. Cotton highlights how technology can bridge gaps for under-resourced departments, stressing collaboration with fire inspectors and building owners. The conversation also emphasizes the necessity for firefighters to shift their mindset—viewing prevention and codes not as obstacles but as lifesaving tools.
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