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This week, Oregon joins communities nationwide in recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and the remarkable professionals who keep our emergency response system running around the clock.

Across the state, hundreds of dedicated telecommunicators handle nearly two million emergency calls each year. They provide critical guidance in moments of crisis and serve as the essential connection between the public and first responders any time help is needed.

DPSST is proud to train and certify Oregon’s public safety telecommunicators and emergency medical dispatchers. Their skill, compassion, and professionalism make a meaningful difference for people and communities every single day.

Thank you to Oregon’s telecommunicators for your service and unwavering commitment to keeping our communities safe.

Hello, Oregon! We are accepting nominations for the 2026 Golden and Silver Sparky Awards.

Golden Sparky: Recognizes a fire service member or fire agency for outstanding fire prevention or public safety education achievement.

Silver Sparky: Recognizes a civilian or civilian agency for outstanding achievement in fire prevention or public safety education.

You can see past winners and submit nominations at the link below! Nominations are due by 5:00 p.m., April 15, 2026.

LINK: https://www.oregon.gov/osfm/about-us/pages/sparkyawards.aspx