Safer Buildings Coalition

Safer Buildings Coalition ERCES Workforce Competency and Credentialling

Fire and Building Codes mandate in-building coverage, typically enabled by Signal Boosters. It is essential that these solutions enable communications but do no harm. Keys to this:

• Properly deployed technology, facilitated by education, best practices, and defined processes.
• Increasing awareness of the common causes for RF interference and ways to mitigate them.
• Driving innovation in wireless technologies used to solve for in-building wireless dead zones.
• Advocating for improvements in policy and FCC rules focused on proper RF operation.
• Published Complete ERCES Handbook – Over 4,000 in circulation, the basis for the top training programs and a DOL Apprenticeship Standard: SAFER BUILDING TECHNICIAN In-Building Wireless Installation Technician (IBWIT) O*NET-SOC CODE: 49-2022.00 RAPIDS CODE: 3036HY

School Safety Seminars

Designed for school safety professionals, IT and technology leaders, the technology partners who support them, and public safety professionals, this seminar explores the challenges, solutions, and best practices for creating safer school environments through integrated technology and emergency communications. Hosted by Safer Buildings Coalition leadership and subject matter experts, this interactive seminar addresses the critical intersection of school safety technology, emergency alert systems, and in-building wireless communications. Content is tailored to include state and local requirements applicable to your region. The seminars includes presentations, panel discussions, interactive audience discussions, and practical takeaways.