AI in the Fire Service: What's Real, What's Next, and What to Watch Out For
Panelists:
Michelle Royal
John H. Oates- President & CEO; International Public Safety Data Institute
Erick Pound- Lieutenant; FDNY
Preet Bassi- Chief Executive Officer; Center for Public Safety Excellence
Ryan Stacey; Lieutenant; West Palm Beach Fire Department
This panel explores trusted, responsible, and explainable AI solutions designed for fire and emergency services where trust is essential, and scrutiny is real. Panelists share strategies for building transparent, auditable systems that reduce bias and ensure every decision-support tool can be operationally validated. Attendees gain insight into creating strong oversight and governance frameworks that enable AI adoption and ensure accountability. The conversation highlights the importance of human roles, guiding policy and ethics to help technology always support safety, fairness, and the public good.