Alexandria, VA – The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International is seeking comments for the candidate American National Standards (ANS) Cybersecurity Training for Public Safety Communications Personnel. This standard provides minimum cybersecurity training standards and best practices for every key position in the emergency communications center.

“As cybersecurity threats to public safety communications continue to rise, the need for vigilant and effective cybersecurity awareness and best practices training cannot be overstated,” said Tracey M. Hilburn, President of APCO International.

The public may review and comment on this candidate standard from October 18, 2019, through December 2, 2019. Reviewers may use the following link to access the document for review and comment.

Candidate ANS 3.110.1-201X Cybersecurity Training for Public Safety Communications Personnel

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