Podcast: Ryan Poltermann outlines considerations, resources for disinfecting communications devices

Ryan Poltermann, innovation acrchitect at Commdex Consulting and vice chair of NPSTC’s LMR/LTE Integration and Interoperability Working Group, discusses measures that public safety can take to disinfect LMR radios and smart devices to reduce the potential spread of the COVID-19 virus, particularly through equipment that may be shared within an agency. Poltermann has compiled a spreadsheet listing cleaning approaches recommended by various manufacturers that can be accessed at https://bit.ly/radiosmartphonedisinfection (click on tabs to view different types of devices in different regions). Users should verify this information with device manufacturers and follow EPA guidance.