Last month’s blog focused on NFPA 1225’s pivot from ERRCS (RC = radio communication) to ERCES (CE = Communication Enhancement) with the inclusion of cellular based systems like LTE and 5G.  There are other changes in NFPA 1225 that we didn’t highlight and a number of...

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1225 code outlines the latest requirements for what is now refers to as ERCES (Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems). I’d previously argued that ERCES is substantially equivalent to ERRCS, but I was...

Many building owners chafe at the additional costs imposed by the code requirement of ERCES. (aka public safety DAS). Why, they ask, should they bear the costs of ensuring that First Responder radios work in their building? Shouldn’t this be the problem of the radio...

As a company in the ERRCS ecosystem, we seemingly would have a vested interest in the proliferation of more stringent codes that would both expand the number of buildings required to have an ERRCS and increase the complexity of testing and design. Unfortunately, we’re...

The short answer is yes. Despite some challenges, the financial and technical benefits outweigh the operational and code objections. The local AHJ can advise on the requirements if they allow the integration of these systems. The long answer is perhaps. Read on for...

The future of Emergency Responder Radio Communication Systems (ERRCS) over the next decade is likely to see significant advancements driven by technological innovations, evolving regulatory requirements, and increasing emphasis on public safety. The reality is that...