CommandSim’s Rapid Sim-Builder App SimsUshare Mobile Now Available for iPad

CommandSim, an industry leader in software tools for fire and emergency services training, is proud to announce the release of its SimsUshare Mobile software  on the iPad, for rapidly creating fire training simulations based on one’s own buildings and hazards. SimsUshare Mobile for the iPad is the world’s first iPad mobile app for creating fire training simulations. The app is available in iTunes immediately through this link, for $9.99.

One customer notes “SimsUshare is the future of fire simulation, utilizing the common devices of today with an easy to use interface at a price that any department can afford.” It can be used to enhance drills and tabletops with local buildings and hazards, as well as to incorporate in promotional exams and all-hazards incident management (AHIMT) training and red and blue card certification programs.

Battalion Chief Dan Sheridan (FDNY) has posted several simulations and questions on the Fire Engineering Community made with SimsUshare, which he plans to discuss on August 30th during his monthly Fire Engineering Radio Program, First Due Battalion Chief.

With the introduction of the iPad version, SimsUshare is available cross-platform on mobile phones (Android), tablets (iPad/Android/Windows), and laptops and desktops (Windows/Macintosh). SimsUshare Mobile and Desktop Companion applications complement CommandSim’s other award-winning simulation software, for team training at command training centers.

“During my career in the fire service, I have been committed to helping train firefighters and officers to perform their dangerous jobs safely and competently,” explained Lt. Jim Murphy (Ret.), Director of Training for CommandSim and 32-year veteran of Orange County Fire Rescue in Winter Park, Florida. “I’ve seen firsthand how simulations truly make a difference on the fireground, but the typical time and expense in creating them has been an obstacle in their widespread adoption and use. With an affordable solution like SimsUshare Mobile operating across a range of devices, now virtually everyone can bring the benefits of simulation into the classroom–and take those lessons out to the field.”

Jonathan Kaye, PhD, President of CommandSim, echoes Lt. Murphy’s sentiment, and adds “the community’s reception to SimsUshare Mobile has been incredible. We are especially excited to release our iPad version, to complement the Android, Windows, and Mac versions, because we know it is becoming the mobile device of choice for delivering fire training.”

Dr. Kaye states that the app is currently available for purchase on iPad, Android, Windows, and Mac platforms. He did not disclose when the iPhone version would be available for purchase, except to say that it is forthcoming, and that those interested can sign up at http://simsushare.commandsim.com to be notified when it becomes available.

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About CommandSim

CommandSim is an award-winning division of Equipment Simulations LLC, a technology company based in Philadelphia that creates products to help instructors use virtual simulation technology for building better leaders and teams. Its latest product is a rapid simulation-builder application, SimsUshare Mobile and Desktop, which enables everyone to create and use fire training simulations, not just one or two in each organization. The company also produces software for multiplayer training exercises, allowing participants to remain in their station while participating in exercises, without requiring cumbersome software installs or ‘per seat’ licenses. CommandSim software is widespread across the US and Canada, as well as powering Fire Engineering’s online simulations used by many thousands per month. 

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