You don't need to be authorized to use an AED - Automated External Defibrillator. #everyminutecounts
Ohio Department of Public Safety
Public Safety
Columbus, Ohio 8,383 followers
ODPS touches millions of Ohioans with a core mission centered on the principles of safety, service and protection.
About us
The Ohio Department of Public Safety’s (ODPS) dedication to saving lives, reducing crashes and administering Ohio’s safety laws is unwavering. Through safety and protection we ensure the consistency of our service through our divisions: the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP); the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV); Ohio Homeland Security (OHS); the Ohio Emergency Management Agency (EMA); Emergency Medical Services (EMS); Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO); Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center (ONIC); Ohio School Safety Center (OSSC); and the Office of Criminal Justice Services (OCJS). Through the work of more than 3,500 dedicated employees, we are contributing to a safer Ohio.
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http://www.publicsafety.ohio.gov/
External link for Ohio Department of Public Safety
- Industry
- Public Safety
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Columbus, Ohio
- Type
- Government Agency
Locations
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Primary
1970 West Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43223, US
Employees at Ohio Department of Public Safety
Updates
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#STOPmeansSTOP for school buses! Stay alert and know when to stop: On a two or three lane road – drivers on BOTH SIDES of the road must stop when a bus is dropping off or picking up students. On roads with four or more lanes – drivers traveling the opposite direction of the bus DO NOT have to stop.
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Stay safe on the streets with these simple pedestrian safety tips! #SafeStreets #PedestrianSafety 🚶♂️➡️🚶♀️➡️🚶♂️➡️🚶♀️➡️
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“We’re seeing more and more of these combinations in the illicit Ohio drug supply,” said Alex Van Dyke with the Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center. https://bit.ly/4dQXGoi
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You don't need any special qualifications to perform CPR. #EveryMinuteCounts
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Weekly Update: The Office of Criminal Justice Services Ohio Collaborative Community Police Advisory Board met this week and the Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center released a public safety bulletin alerting Ohioans to an increasing number of illicit drug samples found to contain mixtures of powerful drugs that can cause overdoses and/or skin wounds.
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It is time for a #FeaturedFriday Job Posting! The Ohio State Highway Patrol is hiring a Police Officer 1 in Franklin County. Learn more and apply at https://bit.ly/3XdmLUY
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Safe and Sound Podcast 🎤 In this episode DPS Director, Andy Wilson speaks with EMS Executive Director Rob Wagner, and Dr. Justin Benoit about the importance of stepping up and saving a life when someone is having a medical emergency. #EveryMinuteCounts https://apple.co/4g6u2NY
Every Minute Counts
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Yellow Lights on a school bus mean drivers should prepare to stop. If you’re driving, slow down, stay alert, and watch out for children. When you see a stop sign: #STOPmeansSTOP for school buses!
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CISA’s 2024 National Summit on K-12 School Safety and Security will take place on Sept. 25 and 26. This free, virtual event brings together K-12 school leaders and practitioners to discuss and share actionable recommendations that enhance safe and supportive learning environments. Sessions at this year’s event will cover resources and strategies to address issues like violence prevention, emergency planning, youth online safety and student mental wellness. Learn more about the 2024 Summit and register to attend: https://bit.ly/4dG6JIw #K12SafetySummit