The Safe Inside Podcast – EP 3 | Fire Code Alchemy: ERCES Program Management in South Carolina

We've spent the last two episodes talking about ERCES challenges, this time, let's be inspired by a powerful example of success!  Please join us as we discuss the state-wide ERCES program of South Carolina with Deputy Fire Marshal Nathan Ellis.  Although he and his office worked closely with the state's frequency licensees, this is a chance to hear the perspective and experiences of a fire code AHJ rolling out what has become best-in-class ERCES management.  Once you’ve listened, if you’ve got lingering questions, or suggestions for future topics, please let us know!  Reach out at: [email protected].

Episode Credits:
Co-hosts: Creighton Watley & Mathew Theisz
with Featured Guest Expert: Nathan Ellis, Deputy Fire Marshall (South Carolina)
Executive Producer: Charlie Fleetham

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Show Description: 
In-building wireless dead zones – areas where cell phones can’t call 9-1-1, and where first responder radios don’t work, have long been identified as a clear and present life-safety threat. Surprisingly, they are found in most structures including shopping malls, stadiums, and tragically, our schools. Since 2012, the Safer Buildings Coalition has been the leading voice in tackling this threat by building a “Coalition of the Willing” with a singularly focused mission: The elimination of in-building wireless dead zones. The SBC Safe Inside Podcast series dives more deeply into the discussion, examining the challenges, roadblocks, frustrations, successes, best practices, and the complicated road forward. We talk about Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES), Distributed Antenna Systems, and more! The series will feature two top experts representing the jurisdiction side of the discussion as our regular co-hosts -- Creighton Watley, a seasoned DAS coordinator for a metro county government and Mathew Theisz, a veteran radio operator for the District of Columbia -- along with special guest hosts and other industry experts, as they discuss the ups and downs of trying to do a good job in the muddle of it all. Tune in each month to join us for one of a kind ERCES conversations that connect with your ERCES truth.

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