How to Use GPS for Emergency Response
In times of emergency, knowing exactly where the victim is could be the difference between life and death. The global positioning system, more commonly known as GPS, benefits emergency responders with almost pinpoint accuracy. This cuts down on response time, which could ultimately result in saving someone's life. GPS can be used from the air, ground or sea. These steps will help guide you through an emergency response using GPS.
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Instructions
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Ground Emergency Response
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Turn the GPS on. Allow the device to track satellites. Once the system has tracked the satellites, it will display where you are. The GPS is now ready to use.
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Locate where the emergency is. This information is usually provided by the dispatcher. The street address can be entered into the GPS.
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Follow the step-by-step directions as the GPS guides you to the location of the emergency.
Emergency Response Using GPS From Aircraft
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Turn on the GPS prior to take off. Allow the GPS to boot up and find your current location.
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Check the coordinates of the emergency location. Relay the coordinates to the emergency response team on the ground. The ground team can then enter the location of the emergency into its GPS to find the exact location.
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Fly to the emergency site.
At-Sea Emergency Response
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Boot up the GPS. Usually during a response to an at sea emergency, a distress beacon from the boat or ship will emit the coordinates.
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Enter the coordinates into the GPS to pinpoint the location of the distressed vessel.
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Follow the guidance of the GPS to successfully respond to the emergency.
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