IamResponding offers over 40 different map markers that you can add to your maps.
Video Overview: Understanding Map Marker Types
This video provides an in-depth exploration of the 50+ specialized map markers available within the IamResponding platform. It covers everything from basic informational icons to sophisticated, data-rich tools like hydrant trackers and geofenced area pre-plans designed to enhance situational awareness.
Advanced Hydrant Tracking: Hydrant markers feature dynamic visual intelligence that automatically changes color based on NFPA flow rate standards and includes a toggle to turn the icon black when out of service.
Automated Expiration Timers: Certain markers for temporary incidents, such as road closures or flooded areas, can be set with expiration timers to automatically remove themselves from the map, preventing data clutter.
Geofenced Tactical Zones: The area pre-plan tool allows users to draw custom shapes (polygons, circles, or rectangles) that trigger alerts and highlight critical documents whenever a dispatch pin drops within the defined boundary.
Pro Tip: For maximum efficiency with hydrant markers, use the specific ID number assigned by your water department as the marker name. This allows your team to instantly locate and update the status of a specific hydrant if a utility provider reports it out of service.
Video Overview: Map Markers: Add/Edit/Delete
This guide demonstrates how to effectively add, edit, and delete various map markers within IamResponding to enhance situational awareness. Learn how to manage hydrants, landing zones, and road construction markers using both the desktop browser and mobile application versions of IamResponding.
Hydrant Management: Input specific water department names, flow rates for automatic color-coding, and technical details like outlet sizes and thread types.
Dynamic Markers & Geofencing: Create temporary construction markers with automatic expiration dates and draw custom Geofence boundaries for complex pre-plans.
Mobile Synchronization: Add or update markers in real time from the field using long-press actions on mobile devices to ensure instant data sharing across the entire agency.
Pro Tip: When adding building pre-plans, use the "Manage Files" section to upload up to 10 documents per marker, and always include a "Last Updated" note in the description to ensure field crews are using the most current intelligence.
Step-by-Step: Adding, Editing, and Deleting Map Markers
Login: Access IamResponding using a Chrome or Firefox browser to ensure full compatibility.
Navigate to Administrative Functions: Click the Menu button in the top left-hand corner and select Administrative Functions.
Access Marker Management: In the navigation menu, scroll to Hydrants and Map Markers and select Add, Edit, or Delete Markers.
Locate Position: Use the search bar to enter an address or GPS coordinates, or manually drag the map to the desired location.
Place a Marker: Right-click on the map at the specific location to open the data window and select the desired Marker Type from the drop-down menu.
Configure Hydrant Data: If adding a hydrant, enter the name (Best practice: use the local water department ID), safety notes, flow rate for color-coding, and outlet details, then click Save.
Set Temporary Markers: For road construction, select the Construction marker and utilize the End Date field to allow the marker to automatically expire and drop off the map.
Upload Pre-Plans: Select the Pre-Plan marker, click Manage Files, and use the Browse tool to upload documents (Limit of 10 files per marker).
Draw Geofences or Firelines: Select the Geofence or Fireline option, click Continue to enter drawing mode, and use the Polygon/Shape Tool to click around the perimeter and close the loop.
Manage via Mobile: Open the IamResponding app, navigate to Hydrants and Markers, and Long Press on the map to add a new marker or tap an existing icon to Edit/View Detail or Delete.
Pro Tip: When naming House Number or Mile Marker icons, remember that fields are limited to 5 and 4 characters respectively to ensure they remain clear, quick visual landmarks on the map.
Water Sources
Standard Hydrant
Non Hydrant Water Source
H1
H3
H5
Buildings
Hospital
School
EMS Station
Document Marker
Fire Station
Building Features
FDC
AED
Sprinkler Shut Off Valve
Standpipe Connection
Gas Shut Off Valve
Sprinkler Control Valve
Main Electrical Room
Knox Box
Sprinkler Stand Pipe Connection
Electrical Panel Shut Off
Fire Alarm Control Panel
Restrictions
Road Construction
Railroad Crossing
Road Closed
Do Not Enter
Road Bridge Weight Restriction
Locked Access Point
Flooded Road Area
Bridge Height Restriction
Other
Boat Launch Point
Biohazard
Geofence
Landing Zone
Covid 19 Testing
Covid 19
Storm Shelter
Tornado Shelter
Highway Turn Around
General Warning
Solar Panel
Staging Area
Mile Lane
Nuclear Facility Substances
Danger
Floor Truss Construction
Roof Truss Construction
Floor and Roof Truss Construction
House Number
Fire Line
Fire Permit
Enter With Caution
Before you start check your permissions, for permission settings please see the following article.
Note: To add hydrants, ensure you have the necessary permissions are enabled in your user profile.
Adding/Importing multiple hydrants
Step 1
To Import Multiple Hydrants only
Navigate to the Administrative Function section of your dashboard.
Use either Column A and B (Lat/Long) or Columns C-G (address information).
Step 3
Save and Upload
After saving your spreadsheet, click Choose File, attach the file, and then click Upload File.
Step 4
Success!
The system will then load your hydrants, which you will need to verify is correct, then click Submit for Validation at the bottom. Lastly, select Confirm Hydrants.
Step 5
Confirm Hydrants
Each batch of hydrants can be confirmed 20 at a time. Simply select the paper icon under View Details. You can either confirm each hydrant individually or select Confirm Entire Batch at the bottom of the pop-up window
Important: When importing by Latitude & Longitude, only confirm by BATCH, NOT INDIVIDUALLY.
Adding a single hydrant, water source and all markers
Step 1
Adding a single hydrant, water source and all markers
Navigate to Administrative Functions -> Hydrants and Map Markers -> Add/Edit/Delete Markers
Step 2
Add to the map
This will load a map of your agency's geographical area. To add a singular hydrant, or another map maker, pick a place on the map where you would like to add it, right click, add fill out the required field. Your hydrants will also be color coded by NFPA flow rate.
Step 3
Add to the map
Click save, and your hydrant (map marker or Pre-Plans) is instantly added into the system.
