Maine EMS Agencies Continue to Grow in Participation Numbers
August 1st, 2024 — To date, NEWCOM has installed 265 vehicles for 91 agencies for the State of Maine EMS Connectivity Project with a projected total of 550 EMS vehicles across 309 agencies. Currently, there are 21 agencies awaiting documentation and scheduling for participation. Installers are set to visit the Northeast part of Maine, along the Canadian border.
These EMS vehicles are actively connected to high-speed Internet using a rugged vehicle router with Wi-Fi, high-gain, roof-mounted antenna, and FirstNet Service by AT&T. With the ability to broadcast a Wi-Fi signal in and around ambulances, including in homes (depending on distance and construction materials), it facilitates greater access to online medical control, telemedicine, and the Internet.
There is still time to participate in NEWCOM’s State of Maine EMS Connectivity Project
NEWCOM’s contract with the state allows variation for each unit based on what is needed to reach the desired level of connectivity. Therefore, we can perform upgrades to existing equipment if desired. If you have other emergency vehicles that you wish to outfit with this technology (e.g., fire apparatus, law enforcement vehicles, snowplows, etc.), there is a Master Service Agreement with the State of Maine that is accessible to local governments.
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Active Ambulances
Are you a Maine EMS agency?
If you have existing technology but are interested in upgrading your equipment or expanding the capacity of your equipment under this opportunity, don’t hesitate to complete the interest form through Maine EMS.
In alignment with the National Roadway Safety Strategy adopted by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Maine EMS was granted the funds to support this project to create safer people, roads, vehicles, and speeds and improve post-crash care.
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Agencies Completed
Future Ready Applications
The Maine EMS Connectivity Project is all about keeping EMS agencies connected, statewide. Leveraging the high-speed internet and Wi-Fi has led to improved operational efficiencies, as they can now see where their EMS vehicles are located when they arrive on the scene, and how long they were at a medical center are among the few informational details this equipment collects.
Forward Thinking Systems GPS
Vehicle location and fleet management system that will eventually be integrated into dispatch to aid in improved assets utilization and response times statewide.
HAAS Alert SafetyCloud
Shows vehicle location and status. Orange means they are on scene or responding. This system alerts civilian traffic when there is an emergency vehicle nearby responding to a call.
More details from Maine EMS Director, Wil O’Neal.
Enhancing patient care throughout the state.
About NEWCOM
NEWCOM has 25+ years of experience with mobility projects and has carefully curated suppliers that are leaders in emerging technology products. Based in the metropolitan Boston area with operations nationwide, NEWCOM designs the most comprehensive systems based on our client’s needs, leveraging “off-the-shelf” technology solutions with customized applications and implementation. NEWCOM, as a systems integrator and solution provider for public safety and government, provides the critical link between wireless technology and business optimization. NEWCOM holds a Master Service Agreement with the State of Maine to support Maine EMS in procurement, design, deployment, integration, and installation of turn-key connectivity solution for emergency solutions. To learn more, visit newcomglobal.com.
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