Become a Dispatcher

If you enjoy listening to fire-rescue radios and scanners, consider becoming a CFP Dispatcher. Our new Training Materials will help you quickly become a productive member of the CFP Team.

We provide each dispatcher with the proper tools to access the alerting system. If you live in a remote area with relatively few emergencies, you can still contribute to the network by dispatching incidents submitted by others. The only equipment required is access to an internet-connected computer or an email-capable wireless device.

Dispatchers receive CFP service for free.

POTENTIAL DISPATCHERS ARE EVALUATED BASED ON THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:

The agencies they monitor and their amount of monitoring
Ability to understand and follow provided training materials
Availability and commitment to dispatch a minimum of five (5) incidents per month. This is usually a very attainable goal.

Probationary Dispatchers can hone their skills by sending practice alerts to a special "Training Channel" before going "live" on the system.