What is a TERT?

A TERT, or Telecommunicator Emergency Response Taskforce, is an organized network of trained dispatchers that could be deployed to assist a dispatch center or staff a command post in the event any of our state, county or local public safety communication centers would become compromised due to a natural disaster or terrorist event.

Why Do We Need a TERT?

During the past 25 years, emergency responders in the state of Wisconsin have been faced with a number of disasters. The Weyauwega train derailment, the Barneveld, Ladysmith and Siren tornados, and the Watertown tire fire are just a few examples.

When disasters occur, dispatchers are usually the first point of contact and must maintain communication links. However, a disaster or critical incident can strain or even overwhelm a dispatch center, threatening vital communication. A TERT would be available to augment dispatch centers where needed or provide primary communications.

For More Information

Connie Catterall

Communications Supervisor Wisconsin State Patrol
SE Region Waukesha Post

21115 HWY 18
Waukesha, WI 53186

Phone:
(262) 785-4700 ext. 2015

Fax:
(262) 785-4723

E-mail: connie.catterall@dot.state.wi.us