Cards (911) File
: The project was designed as part of the "Tickets" Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) project but can also function as a standalone program for emergency services. Incident Card Classifications
As an initiative, the Cards 911 Project aims to make professional-grade dispatch software available to all communities regardless of budget. This reduces the need for expensive proprietary systems while allowing emergency professionals to contribute to and refine the training materials globally. Cards (911)
: A series of pre-set questions helps determine the exact type of emergency and the priority level of the response. : The project was designed as part of
The primary goal of the Cards 911 system is to standardize the response of a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP). : A series of pre-set questions helps determine
: General health-related emergencies.
: Situations involving environmental dangers or dangerous materials. Common Questions Dispatchers Ask
When a dispatcher "runs the cards," they typically follow a logic known as the : Where : Your exact current location. What : What is happening right now. Who : Who is involved and how many people are injured. When : When did the incident occur. Weapons : Are there any weapons present at the scene? Impact and Accessibility