Custom Two-Way Radio Solution Helps Deaf Employee Work Independently
When Mark Weiss hired a deaf maintenance tech at his FedEx facility a few months ago, he knew communicating with his new employee would be a challenge. “We needed to hook him into our existing two-way radio system but I wasn’t sure how to make that happen,” said Weiss, Facility Maintenance Manager. “I was on...
Read More When Mark Weiss hired a deaf maintenance tech at his FedEx facility a few months ago, he knew communicating with his new employee would be a challenge. “We needed to hook him into our existing two-way radio system but I wasn’t sure how to make that happen,” said Weiss, Facility Maintenance Manager. “I was on
The makers of the Rajant Mesh® Wireless Network have added two new transceivers to their lineup of BreadCrumb® nodes to better ensure mission critical video, voice and data don’t get bogged down. The Rajant Hawk BreadCrumb® and the Rajant Peregrine BreadCrumb® will allow for faster deployment, improved integration and significantly greater throughput. “A road construction crew,
Michels Corporation, the largest construction company in Wisconsin, is turning to BAYCOM to solve an all-too-common problem: Maintaining reliable communications across remote job sites. “Traditionally, if you wanted reliable two-way radio coverage in a remote location, you had to look for power. Who’s got the generator? Or who’s got a trailer with power? Then you’re
Following the introduction of its portable TLK 100 last year, Motorola Solutions has introduced the TLK 150, a mobile radio with the same push-to-talk capability that runs on a cellular network, but that’s designed to be installed in or on a vehicle. The TLK 150 addresses a few of the challenges posed by handheld portable
One of our newest offerings at BAYCOM comes from Vorbeck and takes advantage of the Rajant InstaMesh® Technology we wrote about earlier this year to extend the reach of mobile communications beyond what was previously possible. The Vorbeck Wearable Communications System features HD4 Harnesses (vests) that securely deliver voice, streaming video, and data to incident
BAYCOM is now offering a Motorola Solutions platform that will enable organizations to take full advantage of the benefits of technology integration to enhance safety and address issues that have arisen during the coronavirus. BAYCOM Communications Consultant Aaron Mulkey cites the example of a Wisconsin manufacturer that is revising its workflow to better distance employees
As part of the Coronavirus Response & Relief Act, the U.S. Department of Education is accepting applications from educators to help in their continued coronavirus response and mitigation efforts. The Act provides a refresh of three CARES Act grant programs: Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER II) Fund ($54.3 billion) Higher Education Emergency Relief
When Mark Weiss hired a deaf maintenance tech at his FedEx facility a few months ago, he knew communicating with his new employee would be a challenge. “We needed to hook him into our existing two-way radio system but I wasn’t sure how to make that happen,” said Weiss, Facility Maintenance Manager. “I was on
Our partners at Panasonic are offering to help customers secure grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of projects in 2021. The program helps public sector agencies develop project ideas, get technology-rich projects funded and even expand communications and security initiatives that are already in the works. The free assistance includes: Access to
One of our newest offerings at BAYCOM comes from Vorbeck and takes advantage of the Rajant InstaMesh® Technology we wrote about earlier this year to extend the reach of mobile communications beyond what was previously possible. The Vorbeck Wearable Communications System features HD4 Harnesses (vests) that securely deliver voice, streaming video, and data to incident
BAYCOM is now offering a Motorola Solutions platform that will enable organizations to take full advantage of the benefits of technology integration to enhance safety and address issues that have arisen during the coronavirus. BAYCOM Communications Consultant Aaron Mulkey cites the example of a Wisconsin manufacturer that is revising its workflow to better distance employees
As the coronavirus pandemic maintains its grip on the U.S., we remain committed to taking steps to ensure the health and well-being of our communities, customers and employees. We continue to follow CDC guidelines, limit in-person interactions and have established (and are sharing with our customers) best practices for disinfecting communications equipment. “Our focus remains
As part of the Coronavirus Response & Relief Act, the U.S. Department of Education is accepting applications from educators to help in their continued coronavirus response and mitigation efforts. The Act provides a refresh of three CARES Act grant programs: Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER II) Fund ($54.3 billion) Higher Education Emergency Relief
Our partners at Panasonic are offering to help customers secure grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of projects in 2021. The program helps public sector agencies develop project ideas, get technology-rich projects funded and even expand communications and security initiatives that are already in the works. The free assistance includes: Access to
Our partners at Motorola/Avigilon are offering to help educators identify grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of video security projects. The free, customized assistance includes: Grant research Weekly (or even daily) alerts to federal, state, local and corporate grants that become available Free access to the grantfinder.com database Assistance with application process
Following the introduction of its portable TLK 100 last year, Motorola Solutions has introduced the TLK 150, a mobile radio with the same push-to-talk capability that runs on a cellular network, but that’s designed to be installed in or on a vehicle. The TLK 150 addresses a few of the challenges posed by handheld portable
BAYCOM is now offering a Motorola Solutions platform that will enable organizations to take full advantage of the benefits of technology integration to enhance safety and address issues that have arisen during the coronavirus. BAYCOM Communications Consultant Aaron Mulkey cites the example of a Wisconsin manufacturer that is revising its workflow to better distance employees
As the coronavirus pandemic maintains its grip on the U.S., we remain committed to taking steps to ensure the health and well-being of our communities, customers and employees. We continue to follow CDC guidelines, limit in-person interactions and have established (and are sharing with our customers) best practices for disinfecting communications equipment. “Our focus remains
As part of the Coronavirus Response & Relief Act, the U.S. Department of Education is accepting applications from educators to help in their continued coronavirus response and mitigation efforts. The Act provides a refresh of three CARES Act grant programs: Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER II) Fund ($54.3 billion) Higher Education Emergency Relief
A potentially dangerous situation was thwarted last month in Oldsmar, Florida, thanks to an alert water-treatment plant operator. According to a report in IWCE Urgent Communications, a hacker infiltrated the computer system of the Tampa-area water-treatment plant and made a change to the lye level in the system. “After the intruder increased the parts per
When Mark Weiss hired a deaf maintenance tech at his FedEx facility a few months ago, he knew communicating with his new employee would be a challenge. “We needed to hook him into our existing two-way radio system but I wasn’t sure how to make that happen,” said Weiss, Facility Maintenance Manager. “I was on
Our partners at Panasonic are offering to help customers secure grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of projects in 2021. The program helps public sector agencies develop project ideas, get technology-rich projects funded and even expand communications and security initiatives that are already in the works. The free assistance includes: Access to
The makers of the Rajant Mesh® Wireless Network have added two new transceivers to their lineup of BreadCrumb® nodes to better ensure mission critical video, voice and data don’t get bogged down. The Rajant Hawk BreadCrumb® and the Rajant Peregrine BreadCrumb® will allow for faster deployment, improved integration and significantly greater throughput. “A road construction crew,
Our partners at Motorola Solutions have developed a new program that allows businesses to share security camera images with law enforcement in real time, so agencies can respond to incidents more quickly and accurately, and ensure safer outcomes. The Avigilon™ Public-Private Partnership Packages leverage Avigilon Cloud Services, and give business owners the ability to: Get
Our partners at Panasonic are offering to help customers secure grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of projects in 2021. The program helps public sector agencies develop project ideas, get technology-rich projects funded and even expand communications and security initiatives that are already in the works. The free assistance includes: Access to
Our partners at Motorola Solutions have developed a new program that allows businesses to share security camera images with law enforcement in real time, so agencies can respond to incidents more quickly and accurately, and ensure safer outcomes. The Avigilon™ Public-Private Partnership Packages leverage Avigilon Cloud Services, and give business owners the ability to: Get
November 17, 2020 | Written by Rajant Corp. Homeland Security, law enforcement, emergency management, first responders, physical security professionals, computer and IT security experts, firefighters; these and so many others play a critical role within the multi-faceted public safety sector. Despite the disparate nature of public safety threats, which range from the most serious of
Across Wisconsin’s most heavily populated county, there’s a movement afoot to increase the reliability of radio coverage for first responders within commercial buildings and large family dwellings. Currently, the 19 municipalities within Milwaukee County follow various (and often different) versions of The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 72) code recommendations for first responder radio coverage,
One of our newest offerings at BAYCOM comes from Vorbeck and takes advantage of the Rajant InstaMesh® Technology we wrote about earlier this year to extend the reach of mobile communications beyond what was previously possible. The Vorbeck Wearable Communications System features HD4 Harnesses (vests) that securely deliver voice, streaming video, and data to incident
The recent Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), the largest-ever economic stimulus package in U.S. history, contains grant opportunities to help organizations prevent, prepare for, and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding is available to tribal agencies, healthcare and public safety organizations and may be used to cover costs associated with (but
When Mark Weiss hired a deaf maintenance tech at his FedEx facility a few months ago, he knew communicating with his new employee would be a challenge. “We needed to hook him into our existing two-way radio system but I wasn’t sure how to make that happen,” said Weiss, Facility Maintenance Manager. “I was on
Our partners at Panasonic are offering to help customers secure grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of projects in 2021. The program helps public sector agencies develop project ideas, get technology-rich projects funded and even expand communications and security initiatives that are already in the works. The free assistance includes: Access to
Our partners at Motorola/Avigilon are offering to help educators identify grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of video security projects. The free, customized assistance includes: Grant research Weekly (or even daily) alerts to federal, state, local and corporate grants that become available Free access to the grantfinder.com database Assistance with application process
Across Wisconsin’s most heavily populated county, there’s a movement afoot to increase the reliability of radio coverage for first responders within commercial buildings and large family dwellings. Currently, the 19 municipalities within Milwaukee County follow various (and often different) versions of The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 72) code recommendations for first responder radio coverage,
Michels Corporation, the largest construction company in Wisconsin, is turning to BAYCOM to solve an all-too-common problem: Maintaining reliable communications across remote job sites. “Traditionally, if you wanted reliable two-way radio coverage in a remote location, you had to look for power. Who’s got the generator? Or who’s got a trailer with power? Then you’re
Following the introduction of its portable TLK 100 last year, Motorola Solutions has introduced the TLK 150, a mobile radio with the same push-to-talk capability that runs on a cellular network, but that’s designed to be installed in or on a vehicle. The TLK 150 addresses a few of the challenges posed by handheld portable
When Mark Weiss hired a deaf maintenance tech at his FedEx facility a few months ago, he knew communicating with his new employee would be a challenge. “We needed to hook him into our existing two-way radio system but I wasn’t sure how to make that happen,” said Weiss, Facility Maintenance Manager. “I was on
Our partners at Motorola Solutions have developed a new program that allows businesses to share security camera images with law enforcement in real time, so agencies can respond to incidents more quickly and accurately, and ensure safer outcomes. The Avigilon™ Public-Private Partnership Packages leverage Avigilon Cloud Services, and give business owners the ability to: Get
Our partners at Motorola/Avigilon are offering to help educators identify grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of video security projects. The free, customized assistance includes: Grant research Weekly (or even daily) alerts to federal, state, local and corporate grants that become available Free access to the grantfinder.com database Assistance with application process
Across Wisconsin’s most heavily populated county, there’s a movement afoot to increase the reliability of radio coverage for first responders within commercial buildings and large family dwellings. Currently, the 19 municipalities within Milwaukee County follow various (and often different) versions of The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 72) code recommendations for first responder radio coverage,
Following the introduction of its portable TLK 100 last year, Motorola Solutions has introduced the TLK 150, a mobile radio with the same push-to-talk capability that runs on a cellular network, but that’s designed to be installed in or on a vehicle. The TLK 150 addresses a few of the challenges posed by handheld portable
BAYCOM is now offering a Motorola Solutions platform that will enable organizations to take full advantage of the benefits of technology integration to enhance safety and address issues that have arisen during the coronavirus. BAYCOM Communications Consultant Aaron Mulkey cites the example of a Wisconsin manufacturer that is revising its workflow to better distance employees
Our partners at Panasonic are offering to help customers secure grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of projects in 2021. The program helps public sector agencies develop project ideas, get technology-rich projects funded and even expand communications and security initiatives that are already in the works. The free assistance includes: Access to
Our partners at Motorola Solutions have developed a new program that allows businesses to share security camera images with law enforcement in real time, so agencies can respond to incidents more quickly and accurately, and ensure safer outcomes. The Avigilon™ Public-Private Partnership Packages leverage Avigilon Cloud Services, and give business owners the ability to: Get
November 17, 2020 | Written by Rajant Corp. Homeland Security, law enforcement, emergency management, first responders, physical security professionals, computer and IT security experts, firefighters; these and so many others play a critical role within the multi-faceted public safety sector. Despite the disparate nature of public safety threats, which range from the most serious of
One of our newest offerings at BAYCOM comes from Vorbeck and takes advantage of the Rajant InstaMesh® Technology we wrote about earlier this year to extend the reach of mobile communications beyond what was previously possible. The Vorbeck Wearable Communications System features HD4 Harnesses (vests) that securely deliver voice, streaming video, and data to incident
When automated license plate recognition (ALPR) technology was introduced in the 1990’s it was initially adopted by public safety departments to enhance their enforcement and investigative capabilities. Today, you’ll find the technology in toll plazas, airport parking structures and, increasingly, on school grounds and college campuses as leaders look for ways to enhance security, add
The recent Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), the largest-ever economic stimulus package in U.S. history, contains grant opportunities to help organizations prevent, prepare for, and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding is available to tribal agencies, healthcare and public safety organizations and may be used to cover costs associated with (but
When Mark Weiss hired a deaf maintenance tech at his FedEx facility a few months ago, he knew communicating with his new employee would be a challenge. “We needed to hook him into our existing two-way radio system but I wasn’t sure how to make that happen,” said Weiss, Facility Maintenance Manager. “I was on
The makers of the Rajant Mesh® Wireless Network have added two new transceivers to their lineup of BreadCrumb® nodes to better ensure mission critical video, voice and data don’t get bogged down. The Rajant Hawk BreadCrumb® and the Rajant Peregrine BreadCrumb® will allow for faster deployment, improved integration and significantly greater throughput. “A road construction crew,
Our partners at Motorola/Avigilon are offering to help educators identify grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of video security projects. The free, customized assistance includes: Grant research Weekly (or even daily) alerts to federal, state, local and corporate grants that become available Free access to the grantfinder.com database Assistance with application process
Following the introduction of its portable TLK 100 last year, Motorola Solutions has introduced the TLK 150, a mobile radio with the same push-to-talk capability that runs on a cellular network, but that’s designed to be installed in or on a vehicle. The TLK 150 addresses a few of the challenges posed by handheld portable
BAYCOM is now offering a Motorola Solutions platform that will enable organizations to take full advantage of the benefits of technology integration to enhance safety and address issues that have arisen during the coronavirus. BAYCOM Communications Consultant Aaron Mulkey cites the example of a Wisconsin manufacturer that is revising its workflow to better distance employees
As organizations emerge from the shut-downs imposed during the COVID-19 outbreak, conducting business-as-usual will be a thing of the past. For the foreseeable future, workplaces of all sizes will be implementing new rules and adopting best practices in social distancing. Motorola Solution’s video management system, the Avigilon Control Center (ACC), can help you monitor compliance
When the world’s attention is focused on Milwaukee during the Democratic National Convention next summer, businesses like yours will have a remarkable opportunity to shine. BAYCOM is ready to help you make a great impression. “We’re already in the planning stages with many of our customers who know they’ll need to enhance their communications and
Our partners at Motorola Solutions have introduced a new two-way radio that we know will meet the needs of many of our customers: Push-to-talk capability that runs on a cellular network. “This is going to be a good fit for customers that have multiple, geographically dispersed locations and need a simple, cost-effective communications solution,” said
See how this high-end resort used the features of their Motorola radios to document, connect, and organize each department at the Acqualina hotel. The building acting, as a huge antenna, provides coverage not only for the building but for the surrounding areas. The cost savings that they achieved was only an extra benefit compared to the
A potentially dangerous situation was thwarted last month in Oldsmar, Florida, thanks to an alert water-treatment plant operator. According to a report in IWCE Urgent Communications, a hacker infiltrated the computer system of the Tampa-area water-treatment plant and made a change to the lye level in the system. “After the intruder increased the parts per
The makers of the Rajant Mesh® Wireless Network have added two new transceivers to their lineup of BreadCrumb® nodes to better ensure mission critical video, voice and data don’t get bogged down. The Rajant Hawk BreadCrumb® and the Rajant Peregrine BreadCrumb® will allow for faster deployment, improved integration and significantly greater throughput. “A road construction crew,
December 1, 2020 | Written by Rajant Corp. The security executive role has never been more challenging. A hacked network can provide entry into security systems, shutting down mission-critical operations that keep people and property safe. Conversely, a hacked security system can provide access into a network, leading to catastrophic data breaches. Physical and cybersecurity
November 17, 2020 | Written by Rajant Corp. Homeland Security, law enforcement, emergency management, first responders, physical security professionals, computer and IT security experts, firefighters; these and so many others play a critical role within the multi-faceted public safety sector. Despite the disparate nature of public safety threats, which range from the most serious of
One of our newest offerings at BAYCOM comes from Vorbeck and takes advantage of the Rajant InstaMesh® Technology we wrote about earlier this year to extend the reach of mobile communications beyond what was previously possible. The Vorbeck Wearable Communications System features HD4 Harnesses (vests) that securely deliver voice, streaming video, and data to incident
We’re partnering with computer networking company Rajant Corporation to make immediately available private wireless networks for mobile field hospitals and pop-up shelters that with proper IT support, can be deployed in as little as a day. Regular readers of our newsletter may remember that just last month we featured our new partnership with Rajant and
Our partners at Panasonic are offering to help customers secure grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of projects in 2021. The program helps public sector agencies develop project ideas, get technology-rich projects funded and even expand communications and security initiatives that are already in the works. The free assistance includes: Access to
The recent Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), the largest-ever economic stimulus package in U.S. history, contains grant opportunities to help organizations prevent, prepare for, and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding is available to tribal agencies, healthcare and public safety organizations and may be used to cover costs associated with (but
Now more than ever, those of us who use two-way radios, mobile computers and tablets must keep them clean and sanitized to reduce or eliminate the spread of bacteria and germs. But what methods and products work best? The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has compiled a list of more than 350 products that meet its
Need help obtaining critically needed equipment to protect and serve the public? Millions of dollars in grant money is available through FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. Since 2001, AFG has helped firefighters and other first responders obtain critically needed equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training and other resources necessary for protecting the public and emergency personnel from fire and
To build smarter, safer, more sustainable cities and states, decision-makers in Government & Public Safety are acutely aware of the future value of advanced technologies. In a recent Panasonic survey of more than 400 technology decision-makers1 across 13 industries (including Government and Public Safety), more than half considered mobile devices, apps and commerce, the cloud
In most commercial and public safety environments, laptops and tablets need to be rugged—withstanding drops, vibrations, extreme temperatures, high altitudes, water, and dust. But how durable are these devices, really? Have they earned the right to be called “rugged”? Back in the 1960s, the Department of Defense developed a series of tests, called MIL-STD-810G specifications,
Now more than ever, those of us who use two-way radios, mobile computers and tablets must keep them clean and sanitized to reduce or eliminate the spread of bacteria and germs. But what methods and products work best? The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has compiled a list of more than 350 products that meet its
On the campus of the National Railroad Museum® in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Bob Lettenberger and his colleagues stay in touch with each other using two-way radios. The staff has relied on BAYCOM-provided radios for at least the last 20 years, since Lettenberger joined the organization as Director of Education. “Over the years, we’ve done what
In an effort to expand on our rental capacity and capabilities, we here at BAYCOM have joined forces with Rhino Communication Rentals. Rhino Communication Rentals is headquartered in Maple Grove, MN just outside the Twin Cities and specializes in two-way rental communication. With over 50 years of combined experience in the industry, Rhino focuses on
As we celebrate the men and women who have served our country, we’re also proud to share that we provide two-way radios and accessories to the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight, based here in Wisconsin. Stars and Stripes is part of the national Honor Flight Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring our veterans feel
When the world’s attention is focused on Milwaukee during the Democratic National Convention next summer, businesses like yours will have a remarkable opportunity to shine. BAYCOM is ready to help you make a great impression. “We’re already in the planning stages with many of our customers who know they’ll need to enhance their communications and
Our partners at Motorola Solutions have introduced a new two-way radio that we know will meet the needs of many of our customers: Push-to-talk capability that runs on a cellular network. “This is going to be a good fit for customers that have multiple, geographically dispersed locations and need a simple, cost-effective communications solution,” said
A potentially dangerous situation was thwarted last month in Oldsmar, Florida, thanks to an alert water-treatment plant operator. According to a report in IWCE Urgent Communications, a hacker infiltrated the computer system of the Tampa-area water-treatment plant and made a change to the lye level in the system. “After the intruder increased the parts per
When Mark Weiss hired a deaf maintenance tech at his FedEx facility a few months ago, he knew communicating with his new employee would be a challenge. “We needed to hook him into our existing two-way radio system but I wasn’t sure how to make that happen,” said Weiss, Facility Maintenance Manager. “I was on
The makers of the Rajant Mesh® Wireless Network have added two new transceivers to their lineup of BreadCrumb® nodes to better ensure mission critical video, voice and data don’t get bogged down. The Rajant Hawk BreadCrumb® and the Rajant Peregrine BreadCrumb® will allow for faster deployment, improved integration and significantly greater throughput. “A road construction crew,
Our partners at Motorola Solutions have developed a new program that allows businesses to share security camera images with law enforcement in real time, so agencies can respond to incidents more quickly and accurately, and ensure safer outcomes. The Avigilon™ Public-Private Partnership Packages leverage Avigilon Cloud Services, and give business owners the ability to: Get
Our partners at Motorola/Avigilon are offering to help educators identify grant opportunities and prepare competitive applications for the funding of video security projects. The free, customized assistance includes: Grant research Weekly (or even daily) alerts to federal, state, local and corporate grants that become available Free access to the grantfinder.com database Assistance with application process
Across Wisconsin’s most heavily populated county, there’s a movement afoot to increase the reliability of radio coverage for first responders within commercial buildings and large family dwellings. Currently, the 19 municipalities within Milwaukee County follow various (and often different) versions of The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 72) code recommendations for first responder radio coverage,
When Mark Weiss hired a deaf maintenance tech at his FedEx facility a few months ago, he knew communicating with his new employee would be a challenge. “We needed to hook him into our existing two-way radio system but I wasn’t sure how to make that happen,” said Weiss, Facility Maintenance Manager. “I was on
BAYCOM is now offering a Motorola Solutions platform that will enable organizations to take full advantage of the benefits of technology integration to enhance safety and address issues that have arisen during the coronavirus. BAYCOM Communications Consultant Aaron Mulkey cites the example of a Wisconsin manufacturer that is revising its workflow to better distance employees
Now more than ever, those of us who use two-way radios, mobile computers and tablets must keep them clean and sanitized to reduce or eliminate the spread of bacteria and germs. But what methods and products work best? The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has compiled a list of more than 350 products that meet its
To better ensure the safety and security of the nation’s school children, districts are increasingly turning to two-way radios to facilitate communications between teachers, staff and public safety officers. With push-to-talk capability, two-way radios offer educators an instant and reliable means of communication in an emergency. They’re also a critical everyday tool for teachers and
At The University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse, administrators recently took steps to investigate what they thought was a problem with parking lot capacity. “People were complaining about the lack of parking spaces, but the university had no real way to accurately track day-to-day availability,” said BAYCOM Communications Consultant Kate Premo. “So they installed automatic license plate recognition (ALPR)
On the campus of the National Railroad Museum® in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Bob Lettenberger and his colleagues stay in touch with each other using two-way radios. The staff has relied on BAYCOM-provided radios for at least the last 20 years, since Lettenberger joined the organization as Director of Education. “Over the years, we’ve done what