You see them, but do you know what they are and what they do?
Here is what Wikipedia has to say:
- A QR code (abbreviated from Quick Response code) is a type of matrix barcode (or two-dimensional code) first designed for the automotive industry.
- The code consists of black modules arranged in a square pattern on a white background.
- Created by Toyota subsidiary Denso Wave in 1994 to track vehicles during the manufacturing process, the QR code is one of the most popular types of two-dimensional barcodes. It was designed to allow its contents to be decoded at high speed.
How do I use it?
QR codes are used in conjunction with a mobile device barcode reader/scanner application. The application scans the image, identifies the location to which the user will be redirected, and redirects via a wireless connection.
QR Codes and the Firefighter
The GETA Group showcased QR codes on page 2 of their November 2011 Earthspin newsletter.
"This [QR code technology] has already been used for PIO applications in fire this past summer to pass on fire information to the public. The operations and planning sections could use this as an operational tool to get the most up to date information to firefighters. if a website is established for a particular incident then specific updates, IAPs, maps, and other pertinent information can be made available on that site. A QR code can then be generated that links to the incident site, and can be printed on any paper product suck as IAPs and incident maps.
Firefighters would only have to scan the QR code once while on that incident; they could then bookmark the website on their mobile device. The user could then return to the website everyday or even multiple times a day to get updates on the current situation."
The article goes on to tell users how to create the code.
What do you think?
- So what do you think about the emergence of social media entering the world of wildland fire?
- Do you have an idea of an application that could enhance the Wildland Fire Leadership Development Program (WFLDP)?
- Do you want to be a part of a growing group of firefighters who have purpose in bringing new ideas and innovation to our community?
Let us know if you have ideas or want to be a part of this initiative!
BTW: If you know don't have the barcode/scanner app, the above image provides a link to the WFLDP website.
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