Wireless Information System for Emergency Responders (WISER) is a system designed to assist emergency responders in hazardous material incidents. WISER provides a wide range of information on hazardous substances, including substance identification support, physical characteristics, human health information, and containment and suppression advice.
Features
- Rapid access to the most important information about a hazardous substance
- Intuitive, simple, logical user interface developed by working with experienced first responders
- Comprehensive decision support, including assistance in identification of an unknown chemical or chemical syndrome and guidance on the immediate actions necessary to save lives and protect the environment
- GIS support provides for isolation/protective distance overlays on a map of the incident
- Access to NLM’s PubChem and Chemical Hazards Medical Management (CHEMM) content, which contains a wealth of detailed, peer-reviewed information on hazardous substances
- User Profiles enable users to specify the role they are currently playing at the scene of an incident: first responder, HAZMAT specialist, EMS specialist, hospital provider, or preparedness planner. The application interface is customized so that so that the information most relevant to the respective job can be quickly accessed.
- Tools and reference materials, including triage tools, radiological incident support, WMD response guidelines, and an electronic version of the ERG 2012
- Mobile support, providing first responders critical information where they need it, when they need it
APPs & Other Downloads
Download WISER App for Android
Download WISER App for iPhone
Download WISER for Windows
Download WEB-WISER for any computer or device. (Browser based, internet connection required)
Make sure to see our page on The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG)
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