The Emergency Plus app’s program, what3words, divides the world into three metre squares, with each square assigned a unique combination of three words.
These three words can be used to find a precise location, which can be invaluable in life-threatening emergencies when every minute counts.
“Mobile intensive care ambulance paramedic Matt Nadin said what3words was crucial in helping locate a woman in urgent need of medical attention.
“We were having difficulty locating the patient based off their description alone,” he said.
“We felt that time was running out, and we had exhausted all our traditional methods to establish their location.
“I suggested instructing the patient to use what3words and this simple step allowed us to pinpoint their location and reach them within minutes.”
The Emergency Plus app shows a patient’s latitude and longitude in addition to their unique three words.
Calls to 000, SES and non-urgent police matters can also be directly made through the app.
What3words can also be accessed through its own website and app.
“It’s an incredible tool if you’re in an emergency and don’t know exactly where you are,” Mr Nadin said.
“Whether that’s in a rural or remote area, along a freeway or highway, or simply in a new place ‒ what3words takes away the guesswork which helps us reach you faster.
“You can tell a 000 call taker your three words, and they will know what to do to pass this location information on to all required emergency services.”
Location services via the Emergency Plus app can be preloaded and used without an internet connection.
For more information, visit www.emergencyplus.com.au
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