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Modeling and Simulation Dr. Kate Kapalo Episode 15

Podcast: The WHY Project 911 · Mickey Tofexis

Opublikowano: 2026-08-03

Kate Kapalo, a visiting associate professor of business analytics and AI, shares her experience and insights on the fire service, research, human factors, pre-incident planning, and simulation in the fire service. She emphasizes the importance of immersion in the field and the challenges of modeling and simulation in the fire service. The conversation covers various themes including challenges in technology accessibility, budget constraints and training costs, occupational safety and health advocacy, mental health support for first responders, holistic approach to health and safety, family support and mental health education, the importance of self-care and health awareness, and dedication to...