Safety Systems Management (SSM) has announced the installation of 25 mobile communications towers at The New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport, marking a significant advancement in construction site safety. These towers, operational during the construction phase, are designed to provide seamless communication across the project, ensuring the safety and security of over 3,000 personnel involved in the project.
The proprietary systems, developed by SSM, represent a leap forward from traditional emergency notification methods, such as air horns, by offering immediate audio/visual alerts and mass messaging capabilities. This innovation is crucial for managing a range of safety-related events, including fire outbreaks, medical emergencies, and hazardous material spills, among others. The systems are also programmed to deliver daily safety messages, emphasizing the importance of working safely, especially during the summer months to prevent heat injury and illness.
Joe Schwed, The New Terminal One's Head of Health, Safety, and Wellbeing, highlighted the importance of these systems, stating, "Safety Systems Management's innovative wireless emergency notification system is a game-changer for our construction site." The system's advanced features, including rapid response capabilities, ensure that workers are protected and informed during any emergency, setting a new standard for safety in large-scale construction projects.
The heart of the system is a base station located in the medical trailer, serving as the central command center. This station allows the safety team to control an LED sign board for instant updates and use a dedicated emergency handset to broadcast urgent messages across all communication towers on-site. Additionally, each tower is equipped with a pull pendant, enabling any worker to trigger an alert in an emergency, with safety personnel receiving immediate notification via text.
The New Terminal One at JFK is part of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey's ambitious $19-billion transformation of the airport. Upon completion in 2030, the terminal will be the airport's largest, spanning 2.6-million square feet and featuring 23 gates. The installation of SSM's emergency notification systems underscores the project's commitment to worker safety and the adoption of cutting-edge technology to achieve this goal.
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