Teaching Schools Kids How To Call 9-1-1
Teaching children how to call 9-1-1 can be a valuable lesson. Understanding how to call 9-1-1 and the types of information the 9-1-1 dispatcher will need to know to offer assistance can be even more valuable. The information needed by the call taker goes beyond the phone number and address.
9-1-1 ACOG provides 9-1-1 services to Canadian, Cleveland, Logan and Oklahoma Counties. We strive to maintain an excellent emergency service to assure the safety of all citizens.
What Is 9-1-1?
The three-digit telephone number “9-1-1” has been designated as the “Universal Emergency Number,” for citizens throughout the United States to request emergency assistance. It is intended as a nationwide telephone number and gives the public fast and easy access to a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP).
Staff Contact
Lysa Baker
9-1-1 Public Education Coordinator
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Cell Phone Sally
Created and sponsored by the Texas Commission on State Emergency Communications, 9-1-1 ACOG has been given permission to utilize and share this innovative education campaign to inform people of the limitations of cellular phones when making a 9-1-1 call.
Cell Phone Sally’s message will encourage people to verify their cellular phone number, as well as to identify landmarks when making a cellular 9-1-1 call, in order to ensure that emergency response arrives at the correct location.
This program is currently being presented to children in Pre-K through 2nd grade.
The 9-1-1 ACOG public education team is dedicated to providing quality education about 9-1-1 and public safety programs to all age groups and is available to attend your group meeting or function upon request.
For more information contact Lysa Baker, 9-1-1 Education Coordinator at (405) 234-2264 orlbaker@acogok.org.
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