Glossary of Terms

Understand basic Public Safety definitions and terms.

S-CSCF

Definition:

Serving Call Session Function. Processes the emergency registration request from the P‐CSCF and controls the timers
that set the duration of the emergency registration.

HSS

Home Subscriber Server (or Service).

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ESN

1. Emergency Service Number A three-digit number that is assigned to the caller's telephone number in the tandem office translations. The emergency...

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Wireless Telecommunications

The family of telecommunications services under the heading of Commercial Mobile Radio Service. Includes Cellular, Personal Communications Services...

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School Safety

Refers to efforts and protocols aimed at protecting students, teachers, and staff from harm within educational settings, encompassing emergency...

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