ERMS

The Emergency Readiness Management System (ERMS) by Grizzly Systems LLC is a solution designed to address the challenge of outdated information and ineffective communication in emergency preparedness. According to the vendor, ERMS provides live, real-time data to fire emergency personnel and dispatch centers, aiming to enable more efficient communication and deployment of teams. The product is suitable for businesses of all sizes and caters specifically to the needs of fire emergency personnel and dispatch centers.

Key Features

Digital Status Boards: According to the vendor, ERMS provides real-time access to critical fire resource availability and command staff. It allows viewing and sharing of information from any device at any time, aiming to eliminate the need to search through emails or worry about outdated reports.

Deployed Resource Management: ERMS tracks and communicates with deployed resources such as strike teams, task forces, and overhead teams, according to the vendor. It monitors deployment times and facilitates the rotation of firefighters. ERMS provides a centralized location for strike team leaders to access vehicle and crew information, contact details, fire incident info, and key dispatch information.

Operational Readiness and Preparedness: The vendor states that ERMS helps agencies prepare for major fires by tracking rotation and personnel rostering. It allows chiefs and firefighters to plan and prepare using ERMS to determine deployment chances. The Agency Dashboard module filters relevant information for individual agencies, aiming to reduce overwhelm.

Qualification and Training Management: ERMS monitors and tracks training requirements and qualifications for firefighters, according to the vendor. It compiles statuses and documentation for routine training and CICCS qualification task books. ERMS aims to help training officers stay organized and informed about training needs.

Taskboard Management: ERMS provides visibility into upcoming taskbook expirations, needed training, and new training requests, according to the vendor. It aims to help firefighters stay on top of their tasks and deadlines.

Document Management: The vendor states that ERMS stores all documents in one organized tool. It facilitates easy access to documents for tasks like peer reviews and aims to help keep documents organized and readily available.

Deployment Details: ERMS automatically pulls deployment details from Deployed Resource Management, according to the vendor. This feature aims to eliminate the need to remember deployment details for performance surveys.