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What is First Responder

Chapter 2
Invisible Victims and the Pursuit of Justice: Analyzing Frequently Victimized Yet Rarely Discussed Populations
A person who has specialized training and responds to emergencies.
Published in Chapter:
A Call for Service: Examining Dispatcher Victimization
Joshua Todd Shadwick (Southeast Missouri State University, USA), Francis Benton (Independent Researcher, USA), Wesley Smith (Sam Houston State University, USA), and W. Layne Dittmann (Angelo State University, USA)
Copyright: © 2021 |Pages: 16
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-7348-8.ch002
Abstract
Policing is often understood as a dangerous occupation. Subsequently, much research has examined police officer victimization. Scholarship is relatively scant, however, when focused on police dispatcher victimization. This gap in empirical discourse is concerning as these individuals serve an integral function for police and other emergency responders. Likewise, the actions taken by dispatchers impact the needs of citizens (e.g., crime victims, missing persons, etc.) and the actions taken by emergency services. Thus, the purpose of this chapter is focused on illustrating what is known about dispatcher victimization and how these occurrences impact these public servants both professionally and personally. Also discussed in the text are areas that need to be further explored by researchers and practitioners.
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Chapter 16
Novel First Responder Digital Forensics Tool as a Support to Law Enforcement
Refers to those individuals who in the early stages of an incident are responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, and the environment.
Published in Chapter: Novel First Responder Digital Forensics Tool as a Support to Law Enforcement; From: Handbook of Research on Civil Society and National Security in the Era of Cyber Warfare
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Evidence-Based Practices to Enhance First Responder Well-Being and Performance
An individual whose professional duties involve responding in the face of disasters and emergencies. Common first responder groups include: police officers, firefighters, and paramedics.
Published in Chapter: Evidence-Based Practices to Enhance First Responder Well-Being and Performance; From: Mental Health Intervention and Treatment of First Responders and Emergency Workers
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Narrative Therapy to Address Trauma for Emergency Medical Services and Firefighters
A common term for professionals including emergency medical services personnel and firefighters trained to respond to community emergencies.
Published in Chapter: Narrative Therapy to Address Trauma for Emergency Medical Services and Firefighters; From: Mental Health Intervention and Treatment of First Responders and Emergency Workers
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Chapter 11
Novel First Responder Digital Forensics Tool as a Support to Law Enforcement
Refers to those individuals who in the early stages of an incident are responsible for the protection and preservation of life, property, evidence, and the environment.
Published in Chapter: Novel First Responder Digital Forensics Tool as a Support to Law Enforcement; From: Improving the Safety and Efficiency of Emergency Services: Emerging Tools and Technologies for First Responders
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Chapter 13
Trauma Management Therapy for First Responders
Occupation related to individuals trained in emergency response.
Published in Chapter: Trauma Management Therapy for First Responders; From: Mental Health Intervention and Treatment of First Responders and Emergency Workers
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Chapter 1
Disaster Management and Continuity Planning in Libraries: Changes since the Year 2000
An employee of an emergency service who is likely to be among the first people to arrive at and assist at the scene of an emergency, and typically includes police, firefighters and emergency medical responders such as paramedics and emergency medical technicians.
Published in Chapter: Disaster Management and Continuity Planning in Libraries: Changes since the Year 2000; From: Handbook of Research on Disaster Management and Contingency Planning in Modern Libraries
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Changing Hearts and Minds: Getting Administrative Support for Delivery of Care
An individual uniquely trained and responsible for going to a place where there is a need for emergency assistance.
Published in Chapter: Changing Hearts and Minds: Getting Administrative Support for Delivery of Care; From: Mental Health Intervention and Treatment of First Responders and Emergency Workers
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The Library as Lifeboat
Those assigned by predetermined plans to be on sight and prepared to take action or render assistance immediately following an emergency situation.
Published in Chapter: The Library as Lifeboat; From: Handbook of Research on Disaster Management and Contingency Planning in Modern Libraries
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