Working “Like A Dog” Improved With Broadband Connections

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Not all dogs can play or nap all day; many have jobs in the public safety realm, performing certain tasks that humans and technology can’t, much more efficiently. Now, broadband supports K9 units and their handlers by keeping them safe and increasing effectiveness, reported FirstNet Authority.

Some ways technology aids in K9 safety while on the job include:

Heat Monitors – equipping police vehicles with heat monitors that alert both the handler (via smartphone) and central dispatch that temperatures are getting too high for the dog’s safety if a K9 is left in an automobile. Some systems can trigger fans or air conditioning systems as well.

Activity Trackers – K9s work hard and sometimes don’t know when to stop, leading to overexertion. Activity trackers are employed to monitor a dog’s heart and respiratory rates, among other vitals, to keep them safe. Again, broadband is used to send health information to a handler’s smartphone and reduce risks to the canine’s wellbeing. 

Situational Awareness – As dogs are often equipped with cameras or GPS tracking equipment while performing duties, it’s imperative for handlers to obtain access to data captured. During search and rescue efforts, where dogs often cover over 100 acres, handlers need a way to check the canine’s progress against a map to ensure the correct areas are covered. 

Innovating for Cities – According to the FirstNet Authority, urban rescue rates are rising, including searching for missing children, Alzheimer’s patients, or aiding after building collapses and natural disasters. Reliable broadband data and voice communications help Urban Search and Rescue teams stay connected in congested scenarios and access smartphone mapping systems. 

Since search and rescue teams live by the philosophy “That Others May Live,” it’s fitting that modern technology should keep man’s best friend safe while on the job, too. 

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