Software developer RedSky Technologies told FCC in comments that ...
Software developer RedSky Technologies told FCC in comments that lack of widespread Enhanced 911 deployment in office buildings put tenants at risk. Due to adverse weather in Washington this week, original comment deadline of Tues. for this and other…
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proceedings was extended until Wed. because federal govt. was closed Tues. FCC adopted proposal in Dec., seeking feedback on whether to extend access to emergency services by users of telematics, mobile satellite services and multiline telephone services, which aren’t covered by existing E911 rules. RedSky cited problem of multiline phone systems in office buildings providing only building address to emergency dispatcher, rather than office and floor location of 911 caller. RedSky said that without uniform national policy, E911 readiness by large institutions would “remain spotty and indiscriminate… Our experience in the marketplace is that most organizations would rather take their chances and not be E911 ready than invest additional resources in upgrading and maintaining their phone systems to have E911.” Company estimated that less than 20% of business, schools and public facilities in U.S. had phone system equipped to provide detailed location information about 911 caller’s whereabouts.