Nov 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
Despite the work of numerous organizations (most notably the Safer Buildings Coalition, www.saferbuildings.org) the process for the installation of an Emergency Responder Radio Communication System (ERRCS) varies too much by jurisdiction (in our humble opinion). We’ve...
Apr 6, 2022 | Uncategorized
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the International Code Council (ICC) have developed national model codes to address in-building wireless communications. These codes include the National Fire Code, National Electrical Code, and the International...
Mar 24, 2022 | Uncategorized
Who Pays For The ERRCS? A question that gets asked frequently from business owners learning about the ERRCS codes and requirements, is “Who pays for the Emergency Response Radio Communication System?” All ERRCS is the financial responsibility of the building owner....
Feb 23, 2022 | Uncategorized
ERRCS versus Cellular DAS An Emergency Response Radio Communications Systems (ERRCS) and a Cellular Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) are essentially the flip side of the same coin, – with a few exceptions. An ERRCS is typically a mandated code requirement; a...
Jan 7, 2022 | Uncategorized
An Emergency Responder Radio Communication System (ERRCS) is required for multi-family residential and commercial buildings that are under construction in the U.S. – if (and this is a big if) testing shows the relevant radio signals are deficient in the building....
Nov 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
An Emergency Responder Radio Communication System (ERRCS) has become a required in-building network in many municipalities around the country. The requirements for such systems are typically outlined by an entity called the “Authority Having Jurisdiction” or AHJ. An...