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EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 RO
EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 Graded Discussions Week 10: Progress Report
Hello Class,
Hope all are doing well. My thesis is on the importance of interdisciplinary training for public safety dispatchers and public safety field units as a tool or method of improving field unit safety.
I was able to put out my human research request about 15-20 days ago now in the form of a survey. I must admit I found the IRB approval process was fraught difficulties and website application and approval process was, in my opinion, sub-par and extremely confusing. However, after weeks of confusion I was finally able to get it out.
Now I’m just dealing with the difficulties of actually getting people to give me their time to submit a survey that deals with public safety professionals and questions that could be perceived as challenging to the current status quo of department leadership. It is much more difficult then I thought it would be in general.
Having said all that, the results I have received have been rewarding and thus far justify my research hypothesis. I gave a deadline of completing my research by the 20th so I’m looking forward to actually getting in and finishing the paper.
I will admit that just from doing the literature review, and the reading the results I have received thus far, it is gratifying on personal and professional level that my topic of choice is seemingly important to those in the field. My hope is that my results can be used in some fashion to impact the field and cause some form of change in the training mentality of public safety dispatchers.
Jeff Williams
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Jeffrey Williams Posted Apr 15, 2024 9:56 PM
Mr. Awono,
Great topic. I did a major undergrad report on the use of UAS/UAV application for domestic municipal public safety. Through that I was fortunate enough to be selected as a SME for CA POST to help them craft a state-wide training video for UAS/UAV use and enforcement. It is an extremely interesting topic since it is still a “new” technology and application for public safety.
As their use in your paper seems to apply more specifically to disaster response I would recommend reaching out to your local public safety agencies as the tech is becoming prolific enough to be used by most large cities and larger rural agencies. Additionally, county EMS and disaster coordinators would probably have a wealth of applicability information for them.
I remember two really interesting topics of UAS/UAV uses that we discussed while building a training program. One was the use of UAS/UAV as a wildland firefighting tool to remove field personnel from hazardous areas. CalFire was experimenting with the use of UAS/UAV deploying incendiary devices to start controlled backfires. Additionally, many county fire agencies were starting to deploy UAS/UAV as initial search tools both in buildings and in wildland areas in order to improve firefighter safety.
The other interesting UAS/UAV topic that was covered focused on a report from the West Point Combatting Terrorism Center that discussed how, at the time (around 2017), combat units were starting to see over the counter cheap drones used as recon tools and simple explosive delivery devices. This was around the time when Geo-Fencing tech was starting to publicly take off in the aerospace industry so they were starting to create counter-terrorism geo-fencing programs around large-scale sporting events and other venues. Along that same line DHS was experimenting with drone deployment as part of CBRNE investigation and counter-terrorism efforts by flying UAS/UAV at event venues that could detect trace elements of CBRNE.
Anyways, I could go on for days about UAS/UAVs and their use in public safety. So ill stop. Haha.
Good luck!
Jeff
Robert-post.docx
1
Synopsis
Students Name
Institutional Affiliation
Course Name
Professor’s Name
Date
Synopsis
My journey of project development has been engaging yet fulfilling so far. The activities of performing individual tasks and getting an opportunity to interact with my classmates' works have been eye-opening. A significant highlight from the process is selecting an exciting research topic, particularly 'the application of drones in emergency and disaster management.' Managing to progress stepwise from a mere research proposal to the data analysis stage while meeting set deadlines is a worthy success. The literature review stage expanded my perspective on how drones can improve disaster management activities and save lives and property.
The significant challenges I encountered involved collecting qualitative data that sufficiently responded to the research questions. I realized that the step required filtering the existing information on the research topic to match my scope of application, pros, cons, and ethical issues surrounding drone use in times of disaster. Besides, preparing the annotated bibliography was tedious, because I had to dig deeper into each potential resource. Though the part of summarizing journals was easy, verifying that each met the qualification of either adding value or new knowledge to the research was difficult.
I would like to get external perspectives on alternative research data methods other than the content and thematic analysis strategies used. Though these techniques were helpful in conducting a comprehensive data analysis, performing more tests would reveal crucial patterns and trends that could improve the final results. Finally, I would provide a perspective to the issue of legal requirements surrounding the use of drones. It is essential to ensure that disaster response teams are up to date with the prevailing legal expectations( Daud et al., 2022). Within the U.S, Some of the common ways of violating drone laws include flying them through prohibited airspaces or private property without consent (Kim, 2019). To avoid this, the primary compliance to observe before flying drones should be gadget registration with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and flight restricted areas. Response teams should therefore resist the temptation to be carried away by the emotions involved in rescue missions and forget to observe legal standards. Overall, I have learned from reviewing my classmates' projects, writing an annotated bibliography, performing literature review, and collecting and analyzing research data.
References
Daud, S. M. S. M., Yusof, M. Y. P. M., Heo, C. C., Khoo, L. S., Singh, M. K. C., Mahmood, M. S., & Nawawi, H. (2022). Applications of drone in disaster management: A scoping review. Science & Justice, 62(1), 30-42. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355030621001477
Kim, D. H. (2019). Regulations and laws pertaining to the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) by ICAO, USA, China, Japan, Australia, India, and Korea. Unmanned aerial vehicles in civilian logistics and supply chain management, 169-207.
Michelle_Post.pdf
Print Progress Report: Large-Scale Cyber Vulnerabilities and the Implications for Emergency Disaster Management
Created by Michelle ferguson on Apr 14, 2024 1:25 PM
Progress Report: Large-Scale Cyber Vulnerabilities and the Implications for Emergency Disaster Management
EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 RO
EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 Graded Discussions Week 10: Progress Report
Good Day Classmates,
My topic, Large-Scale Cyber Vulnerabilities and the Implications for Emergency Disaster Management, is
progressing along nicely. I am just about finished with the literature review and working on the analysis
portions now. I am moving in early May, trying to purchase a house, and all the things that come with
closing out one new job and starting another. So I find myself distracted at times but still motivated to
finish strong.
There have been a lot of successes associated with my research. In previous years, when I researched
cyber related topics, it was challenging to find substantial evidence and data. While everyone
acknowledged the issue of a potential cyber-attack, the field was still developing. In my opinion, the
cyber field was missing required legislation that would adequately minimize the potential threats.
Especially as it relates to critical infrastructure since it is mostly controlled by the private sector.
Fortunately, over the past 2-3 years, more policies have been developed to bridge government concerns
with private sector responsibilities.
An additional challenge this has posed in my research is that it appears states are only just beginning to
prioritize the establishment of a suitable cyber response posture. I selected three states for my data
comparison: New York, Illinois, and California. Data is indicating that just over the past 2-3 years, these
states have begun prioritizing allocation of resources and funding to mitigate threats. This has been
great as a way to show emergency managers are checking the right boxes, however I think this will cause
a false sense of security or progression. I selected these states because according to census data they
have the largest U.S. populations. However, it might have been more prudent to select one smaller state
to highlight potential disparities. In other words, larger states will more likely obtain resources because
they are experiencing increased cyber-attacks and can better articulate requirements with larger staffs.
However, if a better comparison was sought, possible gaps might reveal that smaller states should be just
as invested. So, more to follow on that.
Another challenge is that I am getting so much data on the new legislation and policies, that I have not
adequately made the connections to how this shapes emergency manager’s roles and responsibilities or
their internal cyber execution. I am going to have to bound my research to ensure I relate everything
back to the main topic and objectives within my original outline.
Good luck everyone as we move into the final stretch!
Sincerely,
Michelle
Jeffrey Williams Posted Apr 15, 2024 10:35 PM
Ms. Ferguson,
This sounds like an interesting topic. Although I must admit I am so poorly versed in cyber vulnerabilities that I do not think I would be able to offer you any substantive information re your paper.
I did have a question, I saw that you focused your research on CA, IL, and NY. Is the legislation you are researching specify the governmental level of applicable cyber response? I ask because I work in municipal public safety and am wondering if the applicable legislation that is being discussed at state levels will also be mandated for lower levels of government within the state. I understand just how expensive this type of infrastructure can be especially for a municipality with other financial issues. However, cities and communities must find a method to balance the need for improve cyber resiliency with the reality of monetary issues. I could easily see how the large states listed here, should they implement a state mandate for cyber infrastructure upon lower levels of government, could literally price cities out existence.
Again, I am way out of my depth of knowledge. So if none of what I said made any sense I understand haha.
Good luck!
Jeff
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Created by Jeffrey Williams on Apr 15, 2024 9:31 PM
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EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 RO
EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 Graded Discussions Week 10: Progress Report
Hello Class,
Hope all are doing well. My thesis is on the importance of interdisciplinary training for public safety dispatchers and public safety field units as a tool or method of improving field unit safety.
I was able to put out my human research request about 15-20 days ago now in the form of a survey. I must admit I found the IRB approval process was fraught difficulties and website application and approval process was, in my opinion, sub-par and extremely confusing. However, after weeks of confusion I was finally able to get it out.
Now I’m just dealing with the difficulties of actually getting people to give me their time to submit a survey that deals with public safety professionals and questions that could be perceived as challenging to the current status quo of department leadership. It is much more difficult then I thought it would be in general.
Having said all that, the results I have received have been rewarding and thus far justify my research hypothesis. I gave a deadline of completing my research by the 20th so I’m looking forward to actually getting in and finishing the paper.
I will admit that just from doing the literature review, and the reading the results I have received thus far, it is gratifying on personal and professional level that my topic of choice is seemingly important to those in the field. My hope is that my results can be used in some fashion to impact the field and cause some form of change in the training mentality of public safety dispatchers.
Jeff Williams
Williams_response_to_my_post.pdf
Print Post: Week 10: Progress Report
EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 RO
Jeffrey Williams Posted Apr 15, 2024 9:56 PM
Mr. Awono,
Great topic. I did a major undergrad report on the use of UAS/UAV application for domestic municipal public safety. Through that I was fortunate enough to be selected as a SME for CA POST to help them craft a state-wide training video for UAS/UAV use and enforcement. It is an extremely interesting topic since it is still a “new” technology and application for public safety.
As their use in your paper seems to apply more specifically to disaster response I would recommend reaching out to your local public safety agencies as the tech is becoming prolific enough to be used by most large cities and larger rural agencies. Additionally, county EMS and disaster coordinators would probably have a wealth of applicability information for them.
I remember two really interesting topics of UAS/UAV uses that we discussed while building a training program. One was the use of UAS/UAV as a wildland firefighting tool to remove field personnel from hazardous areas. CalFire was experimenting with the use of UAS/UAV deploying incendiary devices to start controlled backfires. Additionally, many county fire agencies were starting to deploy UAS/UAV as initial search tools both in buildings and in wildland areas in order to improve firefighter safety.
The other interesting UAS/UAV topic that was covered focused on a report from the West Point Combatting Terrorism Center that discussed how, at the time (around 2017), combat units were starting to see over the counter cheap drones used as recon tools and simple explosive delivery devices. This was around the time when Geo-Fencing tech was starting to publicly take off in the aerospace industry so they were starting to create counter-terrorism geo-fencing programs around large-scale sporting events and other venues. Along that same line DHS was experimenting with drone deployment as part of CBRNE investigation and counter-terrorism efforts by flying UAS/UAV at event venues that could detect trace elements of CBRNE.
Anyways, I could go on for days about UAS/UAVs and their use in public safety. So ill stop. Haha.
Good luck!
Jeff
Robert-post.docx
1
Synopsis
Students Name
Institutional Affiliation
Course Name
Professor’s Name
Date
Synopsis
My journey of project development has been engaging yet fulfilling so far. The activities of performing individual tasks and getting an opportunity to interact with my classmates' works have been eye-opening. A significant highlight from the process is selecting an exciting research topic, particularly 'the application of drones in emergency and disaster management.' Managing to progress stepwise from a mere research proposal to the data analysis stage while meeting set deadlines is a worthy success. The literature review stage expanded my perspective on how drones can improve disaster management activities and save lives and property.
The significant challenges I encountered involved collecting qualitative data that sufficiently responded to the research questions. I realized that the step required filtering the existing information on the research topic to match my scope of application, pros, cons, and ethical issues surrounding drone use in times of disaster. Besides, preparing the annotated bibliography was tedious, because I had to dig deeper into each potential resource. Though the part of summarizing journals was easy, verifying that each met the qualification of either adding value or new knowledge to the research was difficult.
I would like to get external perspectives on alternative research data methods other than the content and thematic analysis strategies used. Though these techniques were helpful in conducting a comprehensive data analysis, performing more tests would reveal crucial patterns and trends that could improve the final results. Finally, I would provide a perspective to the issue of legal requirements surrounding the use of drones. It is essential to ensure that disaster response teams are up to date with the prevailing legal expectations( Daud et al., 2022). Within the U.S, Some of the common ways of violating drone laws include flying them through prohibited airspaces or private property without consent (Kim, 2019). To avoid this, the primary compliance to observe before flying drones should be gadget registration with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and flight restricted areas. Response teams should therefore resist the temptation to be carried away by the emotions involved in rescue missions and forget to observe legal standards. Overall, I have learned from reviewing my classmates' projects, writing an annotated bibliography, performing literature review, and collecting and analyzing research data.
References
Daud, S. M. S. M., Yusof, M. Y. P. M., Heo, C. C., Khoo, L. S., Singh, M. K. C., Mahmood, M. S., & Nawawi, H. (2022). Applications of drone in disaster management: A scoping review. Science & Justice, 62(1), 30-42. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355030621001477
Kim, D. H. (2019). Regulations and laws pertaining to the use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) by ICAO, USA, China, Japan, Australia, India, and Korea. Unmanned aerial vehicles in civilian logistics and supply chain management, 169-207.
Michelle_Post.pdf
Print Progress Report: Large-Scale Cyber Vulnerabilities and the Implications for Emergency Disaster Management
Created by Michelle ferguson on Apr 14, 2024 1:25 PM
Progress Report: Large-Scale Cyber Vulnerabilities and the Implications for Emergency Disaster Management
EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 RO
EMHS699 K001 Winter 2024 Graded Discussions Week 10: Progress Report
Good Day Classmates,
My topic, Large-Scale Cyber Vulnerabilities and the Implications for Emergency Disaster Management, is
progressing along nicely. I am just about finished with the literature review and working on the analysis
portions now. I am moving in early May, trying to purchase a house, and all the things that come with
closing out one new job and starting another. So I find myself distracted at times but still motivated to
finish strong.
There have been a lot of successes associated with my research. In previous years, when I researched
cyber related topics, it was challenging to find substantial evidence and data. While everyone
acknowledged the issue of a potential cyber-attack, the field was still developing. In my opinion, the
cyber field was missing required legislation that would adequately minimize the potential threats.
Especially as it relates to critical infrastructure since it is mostly controlled by the private sector.
Fortunately, over the past 2-3 years, more policies have been developed to bridge government concerns
with private sector responsibilities.
An additional challenge this has posed in my research is that it appears states are only just beginning to
prioritize the establishment of a suitable cyber response posture. I selected three states for my data
comparison: New York, Illinois, and California. Data is indicating that just over the past 2-3 years, these
states have begun prioritizing allocation of resources and funding to mitigate threats. This has been
great as a way to show emergency managers are checking the right boxes, however I think this will cause
a false sense of security or progression. I selected these states because according to census data they
have the largest U.S. populations. However, it might have been more prudent to select one smaller state
to highlight potential disparities. In other words, larger states will more likely obtain resources because
they are experiencing increased cyber-attacks and can better articulate requirements with larger staffs.
However, if a better comparison was sought, possible gaps might reveal that smaller states should be just
as invested. So, more to follow on that.
Another challenge is that I am getting so much data on the new legislation and policies, that I have not
adequately made the connections to how this shapes emergency manager’s roles and responsibilities or
their internal cyber execution. I am going to have to bound my research to ensure I relate everything
back to the main topic and objectives within my original outline.
Good luck everyone as we move into the final stretch!
Sincerely,
Michelle
Jeffrey Williams Posted Apr 15, 2024 10:35 PM
Ms. Ferguson,
This sounds like an interesting topic. Although I must admit I am so poorly versed in cyber vulnerabilities that I do not think I would be able to offer you any substantive information re your paper.
I did have a question, I saw that you focused your research on CA, IL, and NY. Is the legislation you are researching specify the governmental level of applicable cyber response? I ask because I work in municipal public safety and am wondering if the applicable legislation that is being discussed at state levels will also be mandated for lower levels of government within the state. I understand just how expensive this type of infrastructure can be especially for a municipality with other financial issues. However, cities and communities must find a method to balance the need for improve cyber resiliency with the reality of monetary issues. I could easily see how the large states listed here, should they implement a state mandate for cyber infrastructure upon lower levels of government, could literally price cities out existence.
Again, I am way out of my depth of knowledge. So if none of what I said made any sense I understand haha.
Good luck!
Jeff
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