Absolutely LOVE this website (and those fabulous links from other responders)! (theinspiredroom.net)
Several manufacturers are developing multiband radios, but currently only a version made by Thales Communications in Clarksburg, Md., meets criteria set by Homeland Security — that is, the device is roughly the same size and weight as the radios that police and other responders carry today, and it costs no more than $ 5,000, similar to the high - end single - band radios now on the market, Boyd says. (scientificamerican.com)
Police Dispatchers will also determine if other responders are required, such as medical responders, fire fighters or tow trucks, and dispatch these services as needed. (jobhero.com)