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Making 911 comm center dispatchers comfortable, happy and reducing stress is a top priority for any dispatch supervisor or manager. So what about the other "conveniences" dispatch employees often want to see incorporated into their center and dare I say "beg" for?
Topics: Ergonomics, Accessories, Dispatch
The human body, despite what video-gaming teenagers might say, wasn’t built for sitting idly for hours on end. But radiology work often demands it, and this means that ergonomics are as important as ever.
Topics: Ergonomics, Healthcare, Dispatch
Time marches on and the rising tide of technological change has engulfed everyone, especially those in the emergency services industry. While the post 9/11 era of dispatching stressed the integration of emergency services; communication technologies have evolved considerably during the intervening decade and Next Generation 911 is poised to take off. At the same time, budgets are tight and the prudent PSAP manager is understandably cautious when thinking about allocating scarce resources.
Topics: Ergonomics, Dispatch, Command Centers
Sitting at your desk, looking at computer monitors or having a job that requires sitting for extended periods of time, can cause a great deal of physical stress on your body. Unfortunately, this type of sedentary work is all too common in industries such as 911 dispatch, security, public safety and more.
Topics: Employee Health, Ergonomics, Features, Dispatch, Utilities, Transportation, & Casinos
We are all affected by our working environment.
Dispatch center staff members, like other professionals, are only as effective as their space allows, and with significant stressors at play every workday, their stakes are especially high. Your team stands to gain as much as anyone else from smart design.
Here are five dispatch center design tips for turning your workplace into an asset.
Topics: Ergonomics, Dispatch
It is suggested that prolonged sitting can be bad for your health, but what's really worth noting is the metabolic consequences such as resting blood pressure, triglycerides, cholesterol and cardiovascular disease biomarkers. The American Cancer Society states that mortality rates increase by 37 percent in women who sit for more than 6 hours per day. The same was true for 18 percent of men.
Topics: Employee Health, Ergonomics, Dispatch, Utilities, Transportation, & Casinos
As a manager, do you know the five important factors of command center consoles that contribute to a successful environment?
Whether this is your first outfitting of a command center, or not your first rodeo. You know that command center console items must be right the first time. When updating or replacing your existing furniture, be sure to look for console furniture that has attributes of longevity, quality and ergonommics. The furniture should relate well to your available space, as well as to the duties of your team.
Here are the five important factors of command center consoles that you should keep in mind as you consider vendors and options:
Topics: Employee Health, Ergonomics, Command Centers
