In a military command center, you need the most optimized space you can design. Regardless of which branch of the military you serve in, you need the right console furniture and technology management strategies to streamline the process of identifying and addressing...
Russ Bassett isn’t just another control center furniture company. We strive to give our customers the very best experience from project conception to successful completion. Our goal is to create excellent customized solutions that meet your exact needs. Our customers...
Control room consoles and console design have a surprisingly large effect on operators’ comfort, safety, and productivity. Read on to learn how to design an ergonomic control room workstation that supports productivity and helps employees stay focused during long...
What if you could help your public safety dispatchers do their work more effectively and feel happier at their dispatch console at the same time? For many PSAPs, there’s a simple way to do that: Add ambient light. In 2021, PSAPs across the country are moving towards...
Finding a dispatch workstation with the most essential amenities for comfort, safety, and performance doesn’t have to be difficult. With Russ Basset, it’s easy to find or customize your consoles with thoughtful ergonomics, personal comfort systems, ambient lighting,...
Public safety answering points (PSAPs) need to be much more streamlined than the average workplace. While basic control room desks are a great option for many offices, PSAPs need more specialized console furniture for teams to do their job successfully throughout long...
The high stress and demanding job of a 911 operator require their workspace to be both comfortable and practical. By installing the right features in your 911 dispatcher consoles, you can help your employees remain focused throughout their intensive shifts. Here are 7...
Whether you’re looking for dispatch furniture for a public safety office, 911 dispatch center, or another mission-critical setting, Russ Bassett can provide you with the best furniture, materials, accessories, and appliances for your workspace. With an extensive...
Have you ever wondered what we mean by “command center furniture"? Read on to find out what this term means and how it can benefit your organization. What Is Command Center Furniture? Command center furniture is a type of specialized furniture used in...
Command center desks, like any other type of furniture, are not a small purchase. If you’re like most people, you probably want to take the time to consider the pros and cons of different options before you buy a new set for your mission-critical team. In this guide,...
A healthy environment helps mission critical teams remain alert and focused on the life-saving job at hand. Mission critical agencies can make design and purchase decisions that contribute to their team’s health. This includes choosing Greenguard certified console...
User-centered design is more than just a buzzword; it’s vital to creating console furniture that meets the needs of mission-critical operators. Small tweaks can make a large difference in keeping operators comfortable, reducing back pain and strain, and keeping...
Ergonomics is the applied science of equipment design, intended to maximize productivity by reducing operator fatigue and discomfort. To improve operator health, performance, and engagement in the workplace, mission-critical agencies should consider ergonomic...
As technology has changed, console design has evolved. Fixed-Height surfaces gave way to Sit-Stand consoles with keyboard mechanisms and greater adaptability for multi-monitor use. These evolving needs and requirements in mission-critical environments has led to the...
Keeping your 911 dispatch center clean and free of nasty germs and bacteria should be everyone’s responsibility. A dusty/dirty workspace can reduce your immune system, cause allergy issues and keep you from being your best in an already stressful environment. Even if...
At Russ Bassett, our design, engineering and manufacturing teams consistently seek improvement. We do this by maintaining close relationships with materials providers, technology vendors and mission critical teams in the field. We listen to their likes and dislikes,...
Now, more than ever before, mission critical agencies are seeking more effective methods for reducing the threat of the novel coronavirus. A new technology supplements the conventional methods of hand washing and cleaning. New Technology Disinfects 911 Dispatch...
We all know 911 dispatchers have immensely stressful jobs. On top of all the usual work and home stressors, dispatchers spend day after day listening to the worst experiences of other people’s lives. Working in a dispatch center, it’s critical to take care of yourself...
As a 911 dispatcher, you provide assistance to your communities, your partners, families, and friends. National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is a wonderful time for us to recognize your dedication to the communities you serve. It's also the perfect time for...
Over the last several weeks we have all become reacquainted with hand-washing best practices and Tips for Keeping PSAPs Healthy – Cold, Flu and COVID-19. We know your 24/7 mission-critical center is concerned about preventing the spread of the virus and keeping teams...