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SUMMARY:BDA 101 Class - sponsored by Potter Signal
DESCRIPTION:This class is for first responder personnel\, EMA\, fire marshals\, code inspectors\, fire chiefs\, integrators and installers. A good general over view of what BDA’s are and what BDA’s do. We will discuss the roles of various stakeholders in the process up to an including the test verifications to get FCC transmission authorization. Note that the term BDA (Bi-Directional Amplifiers) can be used interchangeably with signal booster or Emergency Response Communications Enhancement System. A DAS is not a BDA but a DAS is part of a BDA. Learn more with us during this class.
URL:https://saferbuildings.net/calendar/event/bda-101-class/
LOCATION:Lawrenceburg Fire Department\, 300 W. Tate Street\, Lawrenceburg\, IN\, 47025\, United States
CATEGORIES:ERCES,ERCES Fundamentals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Integrated Public Safety Commission - State of Indiana":MAILTO:FCCLicensing@ipsc.IN.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T170000
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SUMMARY:Southern California In-Building Public Safety Communications Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Safer Buildings Coalition leadership\, with subject experts from our sponsor members\, this interactive seminar is based on model codes regarding in-building public safety communications systems. \nAgenda: \n\nThe 3 Pillars of In-Building Public Safety Communications\nEmergency Responder Communications Enhancement Systems (ERCES): General Requirements Review\nThe important role of the Frequency License Holder/Radio System Administrator\nDesigning to minimize noise and interference\nNational and Local Code Requirements for Public Safety Radio Communications\nRecent and Planned Code Updates – NFPA\, IFC\, Local Amendments\nSystem Testing\, Monitoring\, and Best Practices\nNEW – Info about NICET Certification for Designers and Technicians\nThe Future of In-Building Public Safety Communications\nPanel Discussion\, Local Town Hall and Q&A\n\nBonus Seminar Content (3:00 PM – 5:00 PM) hosted by PCTEL \nImplementing a Code-Compliant\, Best-Practice Testing Process \nBuilding on content presented earlier in the day by SBC\, this bonus seminar session will review the practical challenges to developing a process for testing in-building communications. \nTopics will include: \n\nCommunication and collaboration between Jurisdictions and Service Companies\nCode compliant coverage test development\, execution\, review and approval\nBest practices for implementing and commissioning an ERCES using BDAs (bi-directional amplifiers)\n\nThis session will be educational in nature\, illustrated with PCTEL solutions. \nVendor Exhibits! \nLunch Provided! \nMost Registrations are Free!* \n\nIndustry attendees who are not Safer Buildings Coalition Members $195 per seat\nIndustry attendees limit: 2 Seats Per Company\n\nIMPORTANT NOTE TO COMMERCIAL ATTENDEES \nSafer Buildings Coalition training and seminar events are in high demand. WE ASK THAT: \n\nTHIS IS AN EDUCATIONAL EVENT! Commercial attendees must refrain from prospecting or performing any sales or marketing activities at these educational events. Safer Buildings Coalition reserves the right to remove anyone violating this restriction.\nINDUSTRY ATTENDEES: No active OR passive marketing at our events. Our sponsors have tables where they may display and discuss their products and services.\nSafer Buildings Coalition reserves the right to limit the number of attendees at any event.\n\n*Industry Staff who are not SBC Members: $195. All others are FREE!
URL:https://saferbuildings.net/calendar/event/southern-california-in-building-public-safety-communications-seminar/
LOCATION:David L. Baker Golf Course – Southern California\, 10410 Edinger Ave\, Fountain Valley\, 92708\, United States
CATEGORIES:ERCES,SBC Seminar / Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Safer Buildings Coalition":MAILTO:info@saferbuildings.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T110246
CREATED:20260401T201520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T180103Z
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SUMMARY:ADRF/Graybar Training – Detroit\, MI
DESCRIPTION:Advance your expertise in in-building wireless and earn industry-recognized ADRF certifications through this one-day\, in-person training. This program covers the fundamentals of public safety communication systems along with ADRF product certification – equipping you to confidently design\, deploy\, and support real-world solutions. \nAgenda\nTraining Agenda & Schedule\n\n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 9:30 AM \n\nIntroduction to Graybar & ADRF and market trends  \n\n9:30 AM – 10:30 AM\n\nPS 101: Delve into the details of Emergency Responder Communications Enhancement System (ERCES)\, understanding basic public safety codes and regulations\, and types of public safety systems. \n\n10:30 AM – 11:30 AM \n\nPS 102: Further your understanding of ERCES\, uncovering advanced knowledge of design\, installation\, and commissioning \n\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM \n\nLunch \n\n12:00 PM – 3:00 PM \n\nPSR-78-9533/7-U1 Training & Certification Exam: Master the details of the 700/800 MHz PSR-U1 Series Repeaters. \nFiRe-78-8-U Training & Certification Exam: Learn the ins and outs of the FiRe-78-U\, a powerful fiber optic public safety repeater. \n\n3:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n\nHappy Hour (Optional)
URL:https://saferbuildings.net/calendar/event/adrf-graybar-training-detroit-mi/
LOCATION:Graybar Detroit Office\, 8350 Haggerty Road\, Belleville\, MI\, 48111\, United States
CATEGORIES:ERCES,ERCES Fundamentals,ERCES Technical,Product Training,School Safety
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADRF":MAILTO:daset@adrftech.com
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SUMMARY:ADRF/Graybar Training – Grand Rapids\, MI
DESCRIPTION:Advance your expertise in in-building wireless and earn industry-recognized ADRF certifications through this one-day\, in-person training. This program covers the fundamentals of public safety communication systems along with ADRF product certification – equipping you to confidently design\, deploy\, and support real-world solutions. \nAgenda\nTraining Agenda & Schedule\n\n\n\n\n9:00 AM – 9:30 AM \n\nIntroduction to Graybar & ADRF and market trends  \n\n9:30 AM – 10:30 AM\n\nPS 101: Delve into the details of Emergency Responder Communications Enhancement System (ERCES)\, understanding basic public safety codes and regulations\, and types of public safety systems. \n\n10:30 AM – 11:30 AM \n\nPS 102: Further your understanding of ERCES\, uncovering advanced knowledge of design\, installation\, and commissioning \n\n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM \n\nLunch \n\n12:00 PM – 3:00 PM \n\nPSR-78-9533/7-U1 Training & Certification Exam: Master the details of the 700/800 MHz PSR-U1 Series Repeaters. \nFiRe-78-8-U Training & Certification Exam: Learn the ins and outs of the FiRe-78-U\, a powerful fiber optic public safety repeater. \n\n3:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n\nHappy Hour (Optional)
URL:https://saferbuildings.net/calendar/event/adrf-graybar-training-grand-rapids-mi/
LOCATION:Graybar Grand Rapids Office\, 2204 Turner Ave NW\, Walker\, 49544\, United States
CATEGORIES:ERCES,ERCES Fundamentals,ERCES Technical,Product Training,School Safety
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ORGANIZER;CN="ADRF":MAILTO:daset@adrftech.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T090000
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SUMMARY:Seattle\, WA In-Building Public Safety Communications Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Safer Buildings Coalition leadership\, with subject experts from our sponsor members\, this interactive seminar is based on model codes regarding in-building public safety communications systems. \nAgenda: \n\nThe 3 Pillars of In-Building Public Safety Communications\nEmergency Responder Communications Enhancement Systems (ERCES): General Requirements Review\nThe important role of the Frequency License Holder/Radio System Administrator\nDesigning to minimize noise and interference\nNational and Local Code Requirements for Public Safety Radio Communications\nRecent and Planned Code Updates – NFPA\, IFC\, Local Amendments\nSystem Testing\, Monitoring\, and Best Practices\nNEW – Info about NICET Certification for Designers and Technicians\nThe Future of In-Building Public Safety Communications\nPanel Discussion\, Local Town Hall and Q&A\n\nVendor Exhibits! \nLunch Provided! \nMost Registrations are Free!* \n\nIndustry attendees who are not Safer Buildings Coalition Members $195 per seat\nIndustry attendees limit: 2 Seats Per Company\n\nIMPORTANT NOTE TO COMMERCIAL ATTENDEES \nSafer Buildings Coalition training and seminar events are in high demand. WE ASK THAT: \n\nTHIS IS AN EDUCATIONAL EVENT! Commercial attendees must refrain from prospecting or performing any sales or marketing activities at these educational events. Safer Buildings Coalition reserves the right to remove anyone violating this restriction.\nINDUSTRY ATTENDEES: No active OR passive marketing at our events. Our sponsors have tables where they may display and discuss their products and services.\nSafer Buildings Coalition reserves the right to limit the number of attendees at any event.\n\n*Industry Staff who are not SBC Members: $195. All others are FREE!
URL:https://saferbuildings.net/calendar/event/seattle-wa-in-building-public-safety-communications-seminar/
LOCATION:Seattle\, WA\, Seattle\, WA\, United States
CATEGORIES:ERCES,SBC Seminar / Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Safer Buildings Coalition":MAILTO:info@saferbuildings.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T160000
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SUMMARY:In-Building Grid and BDA Test Training for Orlando P25 800 MHz Public Safety Radio System
DESCRIPTION:PCTEL is pleased to offer a two-class series focused on the specific in-building coverage testing process required by the Orlando P25 800 MHz Radio System. This event includes both PCTEL® Certified Public Safety Tester training for grid-based testing\, and PCTEL’s BDA Commissioning Test training course. \nThis event is FREE for government employees.
URL:https://saferbuildings.net/calendar/event/in-building-grid-and-bda-test-training-for-orlando-p25-800-mhz-public-safety-radio-system/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:ERCES,Product Training,Test Equipment
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ORGANIZER;CN="PCTEL":MAILTO:michael.rosenberg@pctel.com
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