Save more than response time

Emergency response isn’t just about what happens at the scene. What happens behind the scenes is just as important — and Emergency Vehicle Preemption (EVP) plays a key role.

Minimizing response time and maximizing safety go hand-in-hand for those in need, responders, other motorists and even pedestrians. Opticom™ emergency vehicle preemption systems enable emergency response teams to preempt or extend traffic signals and navigate congested intersections faster and safer.

Opticom™ gives traffic engineers more control over the intersections — and emergency responders more control en route to the scene — to ensure optimal performance.

Opticom™ offers significant advantages for municipal agencies and the community:

  • Expedite emergency response for fire departments, law enforcement and EMS.
  • Reduce crash rates and mitigate risk.
  • Promote mutual aid strategies with other communities in the region.
  • Leverage existing resources with scalable technology and maximize return on investment.

"We're always looking for ways in which we can further increase the efficiency of our City's transportation network. Because our [Opticom™] preemption system operates at every one of Burnaby's traffic signals, the functionality of our entire road network is enhanced for emergency vehicle personnel. This is a system that will save lives."

- Councillor Nick Volkow, Chair, Burnaby, BC Transportation Committee