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SAVER Assessment Report: Handheld Underwater Metal Detectors [February 2014]
"Handheld underwater metal detectors assist public safety divers with locating metallic objects underwater by providing visual, audible, and/or vibration alerts when these objects are detected. In August 2013, the System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program conducted an operationally oriented assessment of handheld underwater metal detectors. The purpose of this assessment was to obtain information on handheld underwater metal detectors that will be useful in making operational and procurement decisions. The activities associated with this assessment were based on recommendations from a focus group of public safety divers with experience using handheld underwater metal detectors."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2014-02
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SAVER Assessment Report: Ruggedized Tablets [February 2014]
"Ruggedized tablets are mobile computing devices that are able to withstand various environmental and hazardous conditions and rough handling, making them suitable for use by law enforcement in field operations. In August 2013, the System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program conducted an operationally oriented assessment of ruggedized tablets running the Microsoft® Windows® 8 operating system. The purpose of this assessment was to obtain information on ruggedized tablets that will be useful in making operational and procurement decisions. The activities associated with this assessment were based on recommendations from a focus group of emergency responders with experience using ruggedized tablets."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2014-02
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SAVER Market Survey Report: Handheld Underwater Metal Detectors [January 2014]
"Handheld underwater metal detectors assist public safety divers with locating metallic objects underwater by providing visual, audible, and/or vibration alerts when these objects are detected. The System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program conducted a market survey to provide emergency response divers with relevant information on handheld underwater metal detectors. This market survey report is based on information gathered from February to August 2013 from vendors, Internet searches, industry publications, an emergency responder focus group, and a government issued Request for Information (RFI) that was posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website. For inclusion in this report, the handheld underwater metal detectors had to meet the following criteria: (1) The detector must be submersible to a minimum depth of 60 feet; (2) The detector must have an audible alert; and (3) The detector must alert for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Due diligence was performed to develop a report that is representative of products in the marketplace."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2014-01
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SAVER Market Survey Report: Handheld Image Intensifiers [January 2014]
"Handheld image intensifiers increase the intensity of available light to provide imaging in poorly lit situations. They are widely used by emergency responders in nighttime surveillance, search and rescue, and covert operations. Image intensifiers may assist with navigation of terrain in darkness and recognition of objects and people that may not be seen by the human eye. To provide emergency responders with information on handheld image intensifiers, the System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program conducted a market survey. This market survey report is based on information gathered from January to October 2013 from vendors, Internet searches, industry publications, an emergency responder focus group, and a government issued Request for Information (RFI) that was posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website. For inclusion in this report, the handheld image intensifiers had to meet the following criteria: (1) The device is commercial off-the-shelf (COTS); (2) The device is a monocular, binocular, or biocular; (3) The device has a magnification of 1x; and (4) The image intensifier tube is classified as Generation (Gen) 2 for white phosphor technology or Gen 3 for green phosphor technology. Due diligence was performed to develop a report that is representative of products in the marketplace."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2014-01
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SAVER Assessment Report: Magnifying Patrol Rifle Scopes [January 2014]
"Magnifying patrol rifle scopes aid in aiming a patrol rifle by providing a magnified view of distant threats (e.g., armed gunman). In July 2013, the System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program conducted an operationally oriented assessment of magnifying patrol rifle scopes. The purpose of this assessment was to obtain information on magnifying patrol rifle scopes that will be useful in making operational and procurement decisions. The activities associated with this assessment were based on recommendations from a focus group of law enforcement personnel with experience using magnifying patrol rifle scopes."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2014-01
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SAVER TechNote: LTE for Mobile Phones [November 2013]
"Long term evolution (LTE) cellular services are the most technically up-to-date, commercially available wireless communication systems. Also marketed as 4G, or fourth generation, this broadband wireless technology service features advanced signal encoding and transmission techniques that enable a significant improvement in high-speed data communication. Introduced to the world's marketplace in December 2009, nearly two dozen wireless carriers now provide LTE service within the U.S., including major providers such as AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-11
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SAVER TechNote: Structural Firefighting Gloves [November 2013]
"Structural firefighting gloves consist of an outer shell, a moisture barrier, and a thermal barrier, which may be configured as joined or continuous layers. Manufacturers use various materials for the layers. In many products, the outer shell is made of leather. Leathers provide friction grip and puncture resistance, and can be specially processed for flame resistance during tanning. Full grain cowhide, pig, elk, and goat skin are commonly used, or kangaroo skin, which can be made thinner. Some products use leathers impregnated with silicone to improve water repellence and durability. Other products use synthetic fiber materials, such as KevlarTM or NomexTM, instead of leather for their high strength to weight properties. These materials may be combined with additional reinforcements added to the outside palm or back of the hand, or to internal layers. Some gloves combine several materials."
United States. Department of Homeland Security; System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER)
2013-11
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SAVER Application Note: In-Vehicle Inventory Systems Using RFID Technology [November 2013 ]
"Emergency response vehicles contain an extensive inventory of gear such as medical supplies, uniforms, firearms, and firefighting and life-support equipment. The manual inventory process for emergency vehicles is time consuming and can be inaccurate due to lost or damaged paperwork, miscounted items, or illegible handwriting. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) in-vehicle inventory systems streamline and automate the inventory process by decreasing overall processing time and increasing efficiency and accuracy. RFID in-vehicle inventory systems: (1) Reduce the time to inventory responder vehicles and increase inventory accuracy; (2) Assist responders by verifying all gear is accounted for prior to leaving a scene; (3) Help responders quickly locate gear requiring maintenance or inspection; and (4) Help responders maintain supply levels in emergency vehicles."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-11
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SAVER Technical Report: Wide Area Persistent Surveillance Camera Systems [October 2013]
"In July 2012, an assessment of wide area persistent surveillance (WAPS) camera systems and digital high-definition (HD) cameras was conducted in a multi-acre Federal site in the Washington, DC, area. The purpose of the assessment was to provide general information to law enforcement agencies that are considering employing and/or purchasing this technology."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-10
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SAVER Technologies Handbook: Night Vision [October 2013]
"This 'Night Vision Technologies Handbook' provides emergency responders, law enforcement, and security professionals with a reference on night vision technologies, capabilities, and limitations. This handbook provides introductory-level information on the technologies and components for night vision devices (NVDs), as well as an overview of their applications. Efforts to acquire or use an NVD should be undertaken only in consultation with organizations or individuals experienced in this technology. This handbook examines NVDs and technologies for applications that include law enforcement, natural resource management, fire and rescue, emergency management, engineering, medical, and security services. The devices described include the following: (1) Image intensifiers (I2); (2) Thermal imaging cameras; (3) Integrated night vision systems (INVSs); and (4) Near infrared (NIR) illuminators. This handbook also discusses NVD operating principles and products, and the performance factors and other attributes to consider when selecting an NVD. In addition, this handbook provides a history of NVDs, a list of accessories for use with NVDs, and a brief discussion of emerging night vision technologies. A vendor/product matrix is provided to identify the products found in the market research. The matrix is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of equipment suppliers or products, and NVDs under development or restricted to military use are not included in the matrix. Definitions of terminology commonly used and/or associated with night vision technologies are provided at the end of the handbook."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-10
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SAVER Market Survey Report: Magnifying Patrol Rifle Scopes [October 2013]
"Magnifying patrol rifle scopes aid in aiming a patrol rifle by providing a magnified view of distant threats (e.g., armed gunman). To provide emergency responders with information on magnifying patrol rifle scopes, the System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program conducted a market survey. This market survey report is based on information gathered from November 2012 to June 2013 from Internet searches, industry publications, an emergency responder focus group, and a government issued Request for Information (RFI) accessible from the Federal Business Opportunities website, as well as directly from vendors. For inclusion in this report, the magnifying patrol rifle scopes' maximum magnification could be no more than 6x. Due diligence was performed to develop a report that is representative of products in the marketplace."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-10
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SAVER Technical Report: Body Worn Camera Systems for Tactical Operations [October 2013]
"Body worn camera systems are growing in popularity in the law enforcement community as well as in private commercial use. While they have been used for over a decade in the military and Federal law enforcement sector, many of the systems developed for these markets are beyond the cost margin of state or local law enforcement agencies. Body worn camera systems generally consist of a video and audio system with either a gyroscope to aide in stabilization of the image or secure mounting equipment to ensure a stabilized video feed. They are typically mounted on the helmet, belt, or chest; however, they can also be mounted to a piece of equipment, such as a bike or motorcycle. They contain a rechargeable battery that is either self-contained with the unit or as a separate pack mounted in proximity to the camera system. Video and audio feeds from these units can be recorded to an internal removable secure digital (SD) or micro-SD card or to an internal drive. They are then either removed for download to a personal computer or connected via a universal serial bus (USB) cable for download. Camera systems developed specifically for law enforcement can also come with proprietary software to ensure proper download and chain-of-custody tracking of the video footage for courtroom evidence purposes. Video feeds from these camera systems are used by law enforcement during internal reviews and as evidence in court. While many officers are still wary of being recorded, many now recognize that a body worn system can corroborate their actions during an internal review or court proceeding. Because of this, some officers are purchasing their own cameras for use during operations. While there are numerous body worn camera systems in the marketplace today, it is important to recognize that most of them are not specifically designed for law enforcement use, and may not be well-suited to collect evidence or readily usable by officers in the field due to physical dimensions, accessibility, and usability."
United States. Department of Homeland Security; System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER)
2013-10
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SAVER TechNote: Encryption Software Tools [September 2013]
"Emergency responders often store sensitive information on portable computers and handheld devices, and transmit sensitive information through e-mail, instant messaging, and other forms of digital communications. Encryption software tools prevent this information from being disclosed when a computing device is lost or stolen or when a message is intercepted by a third party."
United States. Department of Homeland Security; System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER)
2013-09
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SAVER TechNote: Extrication Devices [September 2013]
"An extrication device is a tool used by emergency responders to remove and transport casualties from the scene of an emergency. Whether the incident involves only one victim or mass casualties, acquiring scene awareness is a critical first step that emergency responders take to decide what extrication device to use. Scene awareness includes assessing the nature of the emergency; the location, position, and condition of the victim; the number of casualties; and the type of environment. Extrication devices are available in various sizes, shapes, and configurations, and can be grouped into four different types, which differ in the way the patient is removed from the incident scene and transported to an ambulance."
United States. Department of Homeland Security; System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER)
2013-09
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SAVER Market Survey Report: Live Scan Fingerprint Systems [September 2013]
"Live scan fingerprint scanners capture and store electronic images from a subject's hand for comparison to, or enrollment in, regional and national databases. To provide law enforcement organizations with information on live scanners, the System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program conducted a market survey on live scan fingerprint systems."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-09
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SAVER TechNote: Personal Flotation Devices for Swift Water Rescue [September 2013]
"The most basic piece of water rescue equipment is the personal flotation device (PFD). There are many types and styles of PFDs, including life jackets, swim vests, and flotation and buoyancy aids. The main purpose of the PFD is to keep the wearer's mouth and nose above the water. The United States Coast Guard (USCG), other federal agencies, and most states require vessel operators to carry a wearable USCG approved PFD for every person onboard when operating in their jurisdictional waters. One throwable device may also be required."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-09
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SAVER Application Note: Tethered Aerostat Systems [September 2013]
"Tethered aerostats are balloons, similar to blimps, which use lighter-than-air gases to take flight and remain aloft while moored by ground equipment. These balloons can carry equipment such as digital cameras or communication repeaters. The integration of a tethered aerostat with information system components can provide emergency responders with a cost-effective means to conduct a variety of tasks including border surveillance, crowd management, and disaster relief. This application note is intended to present information on tethered aerostat systems and their operational uses and assist emergency response agency decision-makers seeking to implement this technology. This application note is based on information gathered from January to June 2013 from various Internet searches, industry publications, and a government-issued Request for Information (RFI) accessible from the Federal Business Opportunities website."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-09
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SAVER TechNote: RFID Evidence Management [September 2013]
"Law enforcement agencies maintain an extensive inventory of crime scene evidence such as blood stains, hair, fibers and threads, firearm evidence, fingerprints, and documents. The proper tagging, labeling, and marking of evidence provides a chain of custody that supports the claim that evidence presented in court is the same evidence that was collected at a crime scene. Radio frequency identification (RFID) technology can help facilitate, standardize, and automate inventory and asset tracking tasks for law enforcement evidence management."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-09
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SAVER TechNote: RFID Triage Tags [September 2013]
"Radio frequency identification (RFID) technology can be used during mass-casualty incidents to improve the effectiveness of emergency responders in conducting triage, treatment, transportation, and tracking of casualties to nearby hospitals. Emergency responders use triage to determine the casualties who will receive treatment first, based upon the severity of their injuries. Triage entails making a rapid assessment of every casualty, assigning a severity category to each one, and visibly identifying each casualty with a triage tag, such as the paper triage tag shown in Figure 1. As medical personnel arrive on the scene they are directed to the casualties that have life-threatening injuries first."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-09
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SAVER Focus Group Report: Handheld Image Intensifiers [August 2013]
"Handheld image intensifiers increase the intensity of available light to provide imaging in poorly lit situations. They are widely used by emergency responders in nighttime surveillance, search and rescue, and covert operations. The System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program plans to use the recommendations presented in this report to conduct an assessment of handheld image intensifiers. The results of the assessment will provide emergency responders information that will assist them in making informed selection and procurement decisions. This SAVER assessment will be conducted by law enforcement personnel. In support of the assessment, a focus group met in April 2013 with the primary objectives of recommending evaluation criteria, product selection criteria, products, and scenarios for the assessment. Eight emergency responders from various jurisdictions participated in the focus group. [...] The participants' experience with handheld image intensifiers, combined with their experience in law enforcement, facilitated meaningful and productive discussions."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-08
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SAVER Application Note: Geographic Information Systems and Predictive Policing [August 2013]
"Geographic information system (GIS) tools display, store, manage, and analyze geospatial data and related information. These tools are key components in the emerging science of predictive policing, which combines crime mapping, statistical analysis, and law enforcement expertise to provide forecasts of where and when crimes will most likely occur. Given the budgetary constraints of many police departments, predictive policing software solutions may serve to increase police effectiveness and ultimately reduce crime by helping to guide the strategic deployment of officers in the field."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-08
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SAVER Highlight: Social Media Tools [August 2013]
"Information sharing between public safety organizations and the public is critical during emergency situations. Through social media, members of the public who witness incidents can provide public safety organizations with timely, geographically based information, which can be used by decision-makers when planning response strategies and deploying resources. In turn, public safety organizations can use social media to provide current and accurate information to the public."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-08
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SAVER TechNote: Personal Cooling Systems [August 2013]
"Personal cooling systems can be active or passive and comprise a cooling technology and a garment, usually a vest. Active devices usually involve a circulating fluid, e.g., air or chilled water, and require a power source. They provide maximum cooling for the duration of use and are the most expensive. Passive systems have no moving parts and do not require a power source. They provide cooling only for a limited time and are fairly inexpensive. First responders generally require portable systems, but some cooling technologies work well when the user is tethered to either a vapor compression device or a source of compressed air."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-08
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Saver Summary: Non-Magnifying Patrol Rifle Sights [August 2013]
"Non-magnifying sights aid in aiming patrol rifles and allow law enforcement officers to keep both eyes open, which provides a full field of view, enhances situational awareness, and helps users maintain depth perception."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-08
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SAVER Highlight: Video Analytics Systems [August 2013]
"Automated video surveillance systems, or video analytics systems, are used to automate video surveillance tasks traditionally performed by an operator. These systems provide users with the ability to detect and classify objects, which can help protect critical assets while reducing labor intensive tasks. While video surveillance previously required an operator to watch live or recorded video to detect a possible crime, video analytics systems are able to determine whether an alert or notification should be issued and record the incident."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-08
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SAVER Highlight: Closed Circuit Television Technology [August 2013]
"Closed circuit television (CCTV) systems provide surveillance capabilities used in the protection of people, assets, and systems. These systems serve mainly as security force multipliers, providing surveillance of a larger area, more of the time, than would be feasible with security personnel alone. CCTV systems are often used to support comprehensive security systems by incorporating video coverage and security alarms for barriers, intrusion detection, and access control."
United States. Department of Homeland Security; System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER)
2013-08
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SAVER Market Survey Report: Standoff Radiation Detectors [August 2013]
"Standoff radiation detectors (SRDs) are devices that can locate a radiation source from a distance and determine whether or not it constitutes a threat. To provide emergency responder and law enforcement organizations with information on SRDs, the System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER) Program conducted a market survey on commercially available SRD systems. This market survey report is based on information gathered between February 2013 and April 2013 from a search of vendor websites, industry publications, an emergency responder focus group, and a government-issued Request for Information (RFI) posted on the Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps) website (https://www.fbo.gov). For inclusion in this report, SRD systems had to meet the following criteria: (1) Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products; (2) Larger than personal or handheld radiation detectors; (3) Able to determine the direction of radiation sources; (4) Able to distinguish threats from background and normally occurring radiation; (5) Mounted in a vehicle or designed to be mounted in a vehicle; and (6) Able to detect radiation sources from a standoff distance that depends on the application. Although radiation detection backpacks may meet the above criteria, they are not included in this report, but are discussed in other SAVER publications. Due diligence was performed to develop a report that is representative of products in the marketplace."
United States. Department of Homeland Security; System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER)
2013-08
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SAVER Highlight: HAZMAT/CBRNE Mobile Apps [August 2013]
"Mobile applications, or mobile apps, have been developed specifically to provide guidance to emergency response personnel during hazardous materials (HAZMAT)/chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) events. These apps are able to integrate with many features on mobile devices, enabling them to capitalize on the functionality of global positioning system technology, e-mail, built-in cameras, and notification systems."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-08
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SAVER Highlight: Personal Protective Equipment [August 2013]
"Personal protective equipment (PPE) selection is a constantly evolving process that evaluates capabilities versus threats with the intention of identifying critical gaps and opportunities for improved protection or operational effectiveness. Objective measures of performance should be used to evaluate capabilities in order to maximize PPE suitability and effectiveness."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-08
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SAVER Highlight: Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems [August 2013]
"Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS) monitor computer systems and networks to detect unauthorized attempts to access and use the systems and networks, as well as abuse of existing privileges. When intrusions are discovered, IDPS log all activity related to the breach, make the appropriate notifications, and take the appropriate countermeasures to limit the magnitude of the breach."
System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER); United States. Department of Homeland Security
2013-08
