SAFEZONE: INCIDENT REPORTING

SYSTEM FOR BACOLOR

MUNICIPAL POLICE STATION

Canales, Chrisen Paul C., DON HONORIO VENTURA STATE UNIVERSITY

Deang, Justin R., DON HONORIO VENTURA STATE UNIVERSITY
Junio, Ardie James C., DON HONORIO VENTURA STATE UNIVERSITY
Manalese, Eldrin L., DON HONORIO VENTURA STATE UNIVERSITY
Pangilinan, Ric Joseph C., DON HONORIO VENTURA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tiglao, Renz C., DON HONORIO VENTURA STATE UNIVERSITY

ABSTRACT networks, and storage. Secondly, the ongoing monitoring,

The SafeZone mobile application intends to address rising public enhancement, and resolution of performance issues linked to
safety issues in Bacolor, Pampanga, by utilizing information infrastructure, services, and applications. Lastly, the supervision of
technology and location-based services. As the municipality faces security measures and governance considerations pertaining to
rapid development and growth, there is a need for new solutions to infrastructure, services, and applications. (Rich Castagna, 2021).
provide a secure environment for its residents. This leds the In advancement of technology, specifically mobile, or other platforms
proponents to make the SafeZone, a mobile application for incident has the potential to help improve public safety by providing residents
reporting system. The proponents applied quantitative research as a platform for reporting incidents. Location based technologies, such
their research approach, and the system was developed using the as GPS and Geolocation have made it possible to pinpoint areas more
waterfall model. The data was gathered through interviews, accurately to provide real-time data for Police Officers to respond to
observations, and surveys. The responders were chosen at random by the incident quickly.
the proponents for each category in order to evaluate the system's An incident report is a tool used to record any occurrence that may or
test. The proponents sought comments from respondents on the may not have resulted in property damage or personal harm. It is used
capstone project, which was based on ISO 25010 standards. The to document misbehavior at the workplace and to record injuries and
proposed system received a grand mean of 4.12, resulting to an accidents, near misses, property and equipment damage, health and
overall agree interpretation for the features offered. It was found that safety concerns, and security breaches. The goal of incident reporting,
the system will be a huge help the police and the Bacolor community which is a component of incident management, is to document any
respond to the incidents and implement safety measures. Experts actions that have been taken, record any incidents that have occurred,
advise immediate use of a system to enhance incident response. This and identify any potential causes of those incidents. The investigation
includes designing an IoT device for real-time incident detection and and analysis of an event can be done using an incident report. It
alerting. Additionally, improve police officer location accessibility contains the underlying reason and remedial steps to reduce the risks
for quicker response to incidents, prioritizing safety. Based on the involved and stop such occurrences in the future. The process of
assessments, the system achieved an acceptable outcome and hence recording all workplace accidents, near-accidents, and injuries is
satisfied the study's objectives. The proponents encourage the known as incident reporting. Incident reports can also be utilized as
immediate implementation of the system and an ongoing safety records that highlight any uncontrolled hazards or prospective
commitment to its improvement to ensure a safer and more secure risks that were discovered in the workplace for upcoming evaluations
environment for the community. (such as ergonomic assessments). Regardless of how minor an injury
is, an incident report needs to be written up very away. The incident
Keywords: location-based services, incident reporting system, IoT reporting process is thoroughly explained in this page, along with the
device, Police officers, Residents, location kinds of situations you should report. (Tarlengco, 2023)

The municipality of Bacolor, Pampanga is located in the province of

INTRODUCTION Pampanga. Bacolor, founded in 1571, is one of the country's oldest
Information technology (IT) encompasses the generation, settlements. The municipality served as Pampanga's initial capital for
manipulation, storage, secure transmission, and sharing of various two centuries (1698-1904), until being relocated to San Fernando in
electronic data forms. It involves the application of computers, July 1904. Bacolor has experienced rapid urbanization and
networking, storage, and other tangible devices. Unlike technology development, growing concerns about public safety including crime
geared towards personal or recreational use, IT is commonly and accidents. As the town continues to develop, there is a need for
employed within the realm of corporate endeavors. The utilization innovative solutions to address these challenges and ensure a safe
of IT in business encompasses both telecommunications and environment for the residents. (Municipality of Bacolor, Pampanga,
computer technology. The IT department plays a crucial role in 2020)
ensuring the seamless connectivity and optimal functioning of There has been increased concern for public safety in communities
systems, networks, data, and applications. The role encompasses worldwide, including Bacolor, Pampanga. Traditional reporting
three primary facets essential for effective IT management. methods of crime and accidents may result in less accurate
Fundamentally, the deployment and upkeep of corporate information, such as the incident's exact location. Limited awareness
applications, services, and infrastructure, encompassing servers, of high-risk areas, such as accident and crime-prone locations, might

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put residents at risk by going to these areas or not taking adequate The SafeZone mobile app is designed to improve public safety in
precautions. Furthermore, local authorities may struggle to Bacolor, Pampanga by providing an accessible and efficient platform
implement effective safety measures, such as police patrols and for citizens to report crimes and accidents, identifying high-risk and
traffic control, without accurate data on incident reporting. low-risk, and accident-prone areas based on data collected, and
recommending proactive safety measures to local authorities. The app
This capstone project aims to help the Bacolor Municipal Police aims to improve collaboration between residents, barangay officials,
Station and its residents in Bacolor, Pampanga identify high-risk and police officers, to promote a safe and peaceful community.
low-risk areas, such as crime and accident-prone areas by analyzing 1. Admin Login: Administrators are responsible for managing the
the data collected in incident reporting and suggesting a proactive system, overseeing user accounts, and maintaining the integrity of the
safety measures. data collected. Administrators also have full and higher access control
of the app.
The system will aggregate and categorize various incidents and
accidents, including but not limited to vehicular accidents, robberies, 2. Residents Login: Residents can report crimes and accidents through
thefts, property damage, and other related occurrences within the the SafeZone app, and should provide the type of incident, exact
region of Bacolor, Pampanga and automatically recommend the location using geolocation technology, date, and time, and can upload
proper action in demand. SafeZone will serve as a platform for photos or videos of the incident.
residents to avoid going to areas with hotspots of high-risk areas to 3. Barangay Officials Login: Barangay officials are granted access to
prevent harming themselves. There aren't a lot of recommendations review reported incidents and within the bounds of their authority,
based on incident reports. However, it is also hard to determine initiate appropriate legal actions in response to these incidents.
whether the advice was adopted and, if so, whether or not it was 4. Police Officers: Police officer users have access to view incident
effective. (M. Liukka, 2019) reports, analyze the data and log course actions to the incidents.
With the help of widely adopted and reliable technology, this study
aims to implement and develop SafeZone: Incident Reporting Objectives of the study
System for Bacolor Municipal Police Station. This study aims to
user-friendly mobile application that allows users to report and General Objective
effectively respond to crimes and accidents. By using Geolocation
The main objective of this study is to develop the SafeZone mobile app
technology, the app will identify high-risk areas and give awareness
to enhance public safety in Bacolor, Pampanga that enables users to
to users to make decisions about their safety.
report incidents in real-time and accurate data, and enables
The application can be accessed by the authorities of the Bacolor
collaboration between residents, barangay officials, and police officers
Municipal Police Station and log course actions. System will
to implement proactive and data-driven safety measures.
update if the area is on high-risk or low-risk based on the Police
actions and reports of the users. Specific Objectives
The proponents utilized a real-time GPS tracking to establish an
incident reporting system.
Project context
SafeZone focuses on enhancing public safety in Bacolor, Pampanga, The proponents strategically utilized data analytics as a central
by leveraging the pot of information technology and location-based instrument in the thorough administration and documentation of
services. The rapid urbanization and development in Bacolor have incident report cases.
resulted in growing concerns about crime and accidents, prompting
the need for innovative solutions to address these challenges and Evaluate the system to see if it corresponds with the ISO 25010
ensure a safe environment for residents. standards:
 Functional Suitability
The SafeZone mobile application seeks to improve public safety by
providing a platform for residents to report incidents, identify high-  Performance Efficiency
risk and low-risk areas, and suggest proactive safety measures based
on the collected data. By utilizing geolocation technology, the app  Compatibility
aims to pinpoint the exact locations of reported incidents, allowing
authorities to respond more effectively and implement data-driven  Usability
safety measures.  Reliability
The project also seeks to foster collaboration between residents,
barangay officials, police officers, and administrators to promote a  Security
safe and peaceful community. By empowering residents to report
crimes and accidents, the app aims to raise awareness of high-risk  Maintainability
areas, helping individuals make informed decisions about their
 Portability
safety. Furthermore, the app enables police officers to analyze
reported data, log course actions, and monitor the effectiveness of 4. Establish an implementation plan for the capstone project
implemented safety measures, ultimately improving the overall deployment: When creating the implementation plan, the proponents
public safety in Bacolor, Pampanga. incorporate trends in project management and deployment
methodologies.
Purpose and description

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Scope and Limitation This type of research can be quantitative in nature, as it involves
This study focuses on the SafeZone mobile application, placing a collecting measurable data that can be analyzed statistically. To align
specific emphasis on incident reporting on the community of with this research design, a quantitative methodology will be
Bacolor, Pampanga. It encompasses a range of incidents within employed, which will involve the utilization of surveys using the ISO
Bacolor, Pampanga, including but not limited to vehicular accidents, 25010 software quality standards.
robberies, thefts, property damage, and more. The waterfall model will be used because a particular development
methodology is implemented when creating mobile applications. The
This study's limitations encompass platform exclusivity, as the waterfall methodology stands as the earliest sequential model for app
SafeZone mobile app is designed solely for Android devices development lifecycles in the market. In this approach to mobile
(excluding iOS), and device compatibility, requiring a minimum of application development, the project is segmented into distinct phases,
2 GB RAM, Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) operating system, and 100 where progression to the next phase is contingent upon the completion
MB of storage. Additionally, it acknowledges internet dependence, of the current one. (Saurabh Singh, 2022
geographic restrictions, data accuracy concerns, and privacy and System Development Model
security considerations, all of which may potentially influence the The Waterfall model was chosen for prototyping SafeZone due to its
study's implementation and outcomes. structured and sequential process, which ensures thorough planning,
design, testing, and implementation. This model is beneficial for
creating a robust and reliable prototype, crucial for a public safety
System Technical Background
application like SafeZone. Its emphasis on documentation at each stage
The Technical Background of the SafeZone: A Mobile App
is also useful for record-keeping and effective communication with
Location-Based Reporting System for Crime and Accident
stakeholders.
Reporting, Identification of High-Risk Areas, and Proactive Public
Safety Measures in Bacolor, Pampanga. To develop the mobile app Requirements Analysis: Interact with the Bacolor Municipal Police
SafeZone, the developers will use different tools and technologies to Station, potential users, and stakeholders to understand their needs and
create a user-friendly application. expectations from the SafeZone application. Gather all the necessary
requirements for the system, such as user functionalities, system
The developers will use Android Studio as their Integrated features, performance requirements, hardware/software constraints,
Development Environment (IDE) to develop SafeZone. Android etc.
Studio offers a powerful and efficient tool to develop a high-quality
android application. For the function of Geolocation and Mapping, Design: Based on the requirements gathered, design the system
the SafeZone app will use Google Maps, a customizable and architecture of the SafeZone application. This could include designing
powerful mapping tool. Google Maps offers extensive tools for the user interface, specifying system outputs, inputs, and
integrating the advanced geolocation and mapping features into the hardware/software requirements, designing the database, and outlining
app, such as custom map styles and geocoding. With the help of system procedures.
Google Maps, the SafeZone mobile app can effectively identify high
risk areas and to provide directions to the nearest hospital or police Implementation: Begin the actual coding of the system based on the
stations. design documents. This is where developers build the actual SafeZone
The app’s database management will be Firebase, a popular real- application. This phase includes tasks such as setting up the database,
time database platform. Firebase offers efficient storage and retrieval developing various functionalities, setting up the server and the client-
of data, to ensure smooth communication between the app and the side logic, etc.
database. Using Firebase, user-reported data are stored securely, and
up-to-date information for high-risk areas are readily and updated for Testing: Utilize diverse testing methodologies, including unit,
users. integration, and system testing, to pinpoint and address any defects or
The hardware requirement for the mobile app is a computer with a issues within the system, ensuring a bug-free final product that aligns
decent processor and memory to develop the app using Android with the requirements gathered in the initial phase.
Studio and other essential tools. To test and deploy the application,
Android devices are needed to ensure that the app’s features and Deployment: Once the application has been tested and found to be free
functions are working. Also, an internet connection is required for of issues, it's ready to be deployed. The SafeZone app would be
accessing the database, Google Maps and other online resources. By published on the appropriate app stores and made available for
using these appropriate technologies and hardwares, the SafeZone download. A feedback mechanism should be in place to monitor user
can be developed, tested and deployed efficiently to ensure a high- feedback and identify any issues that weren't caught during the testing
quality, accessible and reliable application for users in Bacolor, phase.
Pampanga.
Maintenance: After deployment, the application enters the
maintenance phase. This involves making necessary changes to the
Methodology system to enhance its performance, improve user interface, and update
Methods and Techniques of the Study the system as per new requirements.

In Cathy Heath's (2022) study, descriptive research is defined as an System Work Plan
exploratory approach that allows proponents to provide a detailed The work plan of incident reporting system. It helped the proponents
and systematic description of a population, situation, or to define what the mobile application must be able to do in order to
phenomenon. identify the functions that need to be added to the Incident Reporting

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System operation. the presentation to the intended users. Should the institution choose to
The system allows different user level to log-in in a mobile phone adopt the system, the developers will facilitate the transfer of the entire
device, perform specific task such as incident reporting, identifying system, accompanied by thorough documentation. This documentation
high and low-risk areas, and implement proactive safety measures. is designed to function as a comprehensive guide for the appointed
Once a user is performing actions the admin can monitor the administrator, equipping them with the necessary information and
activities. Proponents from the College of computing studies are instructions for effective system maintenance. The understanding will
responsible for the development and implementation of the system. be outlined in a formal agreement stating that the SafeZone system will
The proponents gathered the needed facts, data, and documents be transferred to the institution without any charges, and the
about the existing system used by the proponents. The proponent developers will no longer be responsible for its updates and
kept the records throughout the project development which included maintenance. If the system is approved for implementation, the
the flowcharts and data flow diagram that presented the kind of input developers will execute several strategic procedures to ensure a
and output data the system must generate. It gave the overall list of smooth transition.
processes and sub- processes necessary for the system progress and ISO/IEC 25010 or Software Quality Model
guided the proponents as well. System constructions and design
modifications were done before the system implementation. All ISO 25010, officially named "Systems and Software Engineering -
procedures and requirements were analyzed and documented Systems and Software Quality Requirements and Evaluation
throughout the system development. (SQuaRE) - System and Software Quality Models," serves as a
standard for assessing software quality. This standard delineates
Software Development Tools comprehensive models that encompass various characteristics and sub-
characteristics. These models are designed to evaluate not only the
In the development of SafeZone, a Mobile App Location-Based quality of the software product itself but also its quality when in use.
Reporting System for Crime and Accident Reporting, Identification Furthermore, ISO 25010 provides valuable guidance on how to
of High-Risk Areas, and Proactive Public Safety Measures in effectively employ these quality models.
Bacolor, Pampanga. The developers employed various tools and
technologies to create a user-friendly and efficient application. Functional Suitability pertains to the product or system's
The primary Integrated Development Environment (IDE) used in the effectiveness in delivering functions aligned with both stated and
development of SafeZone is Android Studio along with Kotlin as inferred requirements.
programming language. This powerful and efficient tool enables the
creation of high-quality android applications. It facilitates the writing Performance Efficiency assesses the relationship between
of code, testing, and debugging, which forms the backbone of the performance and resource utilization.
application's functionality.
For the function of Geolocation and Mapping, the SafeZone app Compatibility refers to the capability of a product, system, or
integrates Google Maps, a customizable and powerful mapping tool. component to smoothly exchange information and carry out essential
Google Maps provides extensive tools for incorporating advanced functions within a common hardware or software environment.
geolocation and mapping features into the app, such as custom map
styles and geocoding. Usability gauges how effectively a product or system enables the
In managing the app’s database, the developers use Firebase, a achievement of predefined goals with effectiveness, efficiency, and
popular real-time database platform. Firebase offers efficient storage satisfaction.
and retrieval of data, ensuring seamless communication between the
app and the database. With Firebase, user-reported data are stored Reliability pertains to the effectiveness with which a system, product,
securely, providing up-to-date information on high-risk areas for or component performs specified functions under predefined
users. conditions.
The hardware requirement for the mobile app includes a computer
with a capable processor and memory to develop the app using Security evaluates the product or system's effectiveness in
Android Studio and other necessary tools. Android devices are safeguarding information and data against security vulnerabilities.
required to test and deploy the application, ensuring that the app’s
features and functions are working as expected. Moreover, an Maintainability refers to the ability of a product or system to be
internet connection is essential for accessing the database, Google adjusted or improved for the purpose of addressing issues, enhancing
Maps, and other online resources. performance, or accommodating changes in the environment and
requirements.
Implementation Plan
The implementation plan delineates the deployment, installation, Portability assesses the efficiency with which a system, product, or
and transition process of the SafeZone mobile app into a fully component can be transferred or adapted from one environment to
operational system. It offers a summary of the system, a concise another.
overview of key implementation tasks, and details the
comprehensive resources required for a successful deployment. This Respondents of the Study
encompasses hardware, software, facilities, materials, and
personnel. Additionally, the plan specifies any specific prerequisites To assess the acceptance of the technology, the group of respondents
essential for the seamless implementation of the SafeZone mobile will be included by the proponents based on their background in
app. relation to the study. The respondents consisted of IT Experts, police
Upon completion and revision, the developed SafeZone system will officers, and residents of Bacolor, Pampanga who will evaluate the
be promptly delivered to the Bacolor Municipal Police Station for system using the Software Product Quality Model.

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Instruments of the Study
To describe the perceptions of the users using the proposed criteria
A research instrument is a tool for collecting and analyzing data mean performance will be used.
related to your study. Choose the instrument based on your study Mean
type (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method). Established Mean is calculated using this formula:
instruments are preferred, but you can create your own if necessary. WM= fw1 + fw2 + fw3
Describe the chosen instrument(s) in the Methods section of your N
paper. The proponents created a questionnaire based on the ISO/IEC Where:
25010 Software Quality Model (International Organization for WM = weighted mean
Standardization [ISO], 2005) to assess the system's acceptability and fw = frequency x weight
level of excellence. N = number of respondents
The primary method of data collection involved distributing
electronic questionnaires to participants. These questionnaires SPSS, employed in this study, is designed with a user-friendly
contained inquiries aligned with the constructs of the ISO Model. interface to mitigate the risk of errors or omissions by the proponents.
To collect the aforementioned data, the proponents conducted the The process initiates by establishing a set of variables and entering
following steps: corresponding data to generate individual
1. The proponents obtained approval from the Police Municipal cases. Once the data is input into SPSS, cases are defined based on the
Station of Bacolor, Pampanga before commencing the study. values stored in the variables. The study's findings will be reported
2. With the head's authorization, the proponents distributed the using the following statistical tools.
questionnaires to the respondents.
Data Analysis
Data Processing and Statistical Treatment
The statistical tools used in the analysis of data are weighted mean,
To determine the number of participants for evaluating the standard deviation and analysis of variance. The weighted mean was
acceptability of the proposed system, we will utilize random used to determine the average responses for each item. The five options
sampling, specifically employing the method of simple random in each item in the questionnaire are 5 (Strongly Agree), 4 (Agree), 3
sampling. Simple random sampling ensures that each individual in (Moderately Agree), 2 (Slightly Agree) and 1 (Disagree). In
the population has an equal likelihood of being chosen, and the interpreting the weighted mean, the following ranges of scores and
selection process is conducted without bias or subjective judgment. interpretations.

Research Tools and Instruments Result and Discussion

A well written document comprising questions intended to elicit Evaluation Result

replies from respondents in order to gather data or information is
known as an instrument. By carefully examining current theories, The proponents have distributed the questionnaires to a diverse set of
research, and academic literature, the proponents will initially participants, including random residents of Bacolor, Pampanga, as
identify the precise emphasis of their study challenge. The well as Police Officers from the Bacolor Municipal
integration of theoretical viewpoints with facts will be made easier Station. These participants have been actively involved in testing the
by this procedure. system, assessing its functionality and accessed correctly. Specifically,
The proponents will develop survey questions and a tool for data (96) randomly selected residents and (5) police officers have been
collecting after conducting a literature review. The adviser will then engaged as respondents for the Beta test, while (4) Information
validate the questionnaire. Technology (I.T.) Experts have been enlisted for the Alpha test.
To pinpoint important variables and procedures in system
development, the proponents will gather and analyze data. This System Evaluation Based on ISO-25010
information will give a thorough knowledge of the issue. They will
next analyze and evaluate the study's results after the data have been The target respondents assessed the acceptability of the proposed
processed using social science statistical tools. system based on factors such as functional suitability, reliability,
performance efficiency, usability, security, compatibility,
Statistical Treatment of the Data maintainability, and portability.
The respondents are indicated as Beta and the Alpha are the
The data to be collected will be processed through a computer system Information Technology Experts.
utilizing the Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS).
Subsequently, the analysis of the data will be conducted employing The respondets assigned SafeZone: Incident Reporting System for
various statistical methods and techniques, including: Bacolor Municipal Police Station a Grand Mean of 4.12. This Grand
To describe the respondents, the following statistical treatment will Mean signifies that the respondents generally agree with the system,
be used which includes mean and frequency distribution. as it falls within the "Agree" range.
Percentage
Formula 1 P= f/N x 100 Summary of Findings, Conclusion and Recommendations
Where: This Chapter contains a summary and findings of the testers' and
f= frequency experts' evaluations. The information gathered, such as comments and
N= number of respondents ideas from experts, was used to improve the system's performance. It
P= percentage also includes all of the recommendations for future research that may

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be useful in their studies.
The Portability rating for the SafeZone: Incident Reporting System
Summary of Findings for Bacolor Municipal Police Station is 4.14, which is regarded as
1. Based on the system evaluation, respondents affirmed the Agree in terms of the difficulty in relocating the system and hosting
effectiveness of the real-time GPS tracking function in the incident the application.
reporting system. The SafeZone, equipped with this feature, emerges
as a valuable tool for the municipality of Bacolor, offering a robust 4. The evaluation of the capstone project's implementation plan reveals
solution for enhanced incident reporting capabilities. the proponents' successful integration of current trends in project
management and deployment methodologies. Respondents
2. Following the system evaluation, respondents endorsed the acknowledged the effectiveness of this approach, highlighting its
functionalities incorporated, particularly acknowledging the contribution to a strategic and contemporary framework for project
effectiveness of data analytics as a central tool for administering and deployment, ensuring efficiency and success.
documenting incident report cases. The SafeZone, featuring this
analytical capability, is identified as a valuable tool for the Responses of the Information Technology Experts
municipality of Bacolor, poised to significantly enhance incident
reporting processes. The I.T. Experts analyzed the system that are from the various firms
with the appropriate skills for the type of system. The system was
3. The findings were summarized using ISO 25010 based on the presented, and the questionnaires were filled out with ratings and
analyses presented: comments. Concerns about the technical elements of the application
In view of Functional Suitability, it received a rating of 4.05 with an were raised. As the demonstration progressed, the majority of them
interpretation of Agree for the suitability of SafeZone: Incident acknowledged the system's features and real-time user experiences in
Reporting System for Bacolor Municipal Police Station, which most terms incident reporting.
respondents found the system is suitable in supporting Conclusion
appropriateness in the advancement of incident reporting and Based on the assessments, the system achieved an acceptable outcome
keeping personal information. Its completeness covers all the and hence satisfied the study's objectives. The applications interface
features. Lastly, the correctness of results for the users who and features have been assessed to be useful and capable of attaining
registered. the goals that have been set to it, as demonstrated by the Information
Technology Experts who evaluated it. The application will help the
In terms of Performance Efficiency, it received a rating of 4.00 with residents of Bacolor Municipality with incident reporting and the
an interpretation of Agree for the efficiency of SafeZone: Incident Police Officers of Bacolor Municipal Police Station for responding and
Reporting System for Bacolor Municipal Police Station, with most implementing safety measures in any incidents.
respondents finding the system response and processing times in The capstone project was generally marked Agree, specifically in
time behavior to be satisfactory. When completing functions, it functional stability (4.05), performance efficiency (4.00),
utilized its resources to accommodate the demands. In addition, it compatibility (4.06), usability (4.10), reliability (4.13), security (4.31),
met the maximum regulatory limitations. maintainability (4.17), and portability (4.14), all of which had verbal
interpretations Agree.
The Compatibility rating for the SafeZone: Incident Reporting
System for Bacolor Municipal Police Station is 4.06, which is Recommendations
regarded as Agree in terms of the applications compatibility in any
android phones meeting the necessary requirements. Based on the findings, the researcher, alpha and beta testers suggest
the following:
In regards to Usability, it received a 4.10 overall rating with an 1. Improving the accessibility of police officer locations to facilitate
interpretation of Agree for the Usability of SafeZone: Incident rapid deployment of the closest personnel to an incident for enhanced
Reporting System for Bacolor Municipal Police Station, which most safety measures.
of the participants found the system achieved the appropriateness 2. Specify the particular level or severity of the aforementioned
recognizability, learnability, operability, and accessibility that used incident, thereby enabling a more precise determination of the required
by people with the widest variety of characteristics and capabilities. response and ensuring that appropriate safety measures are promptly
implemented.
The Reliability rating for the SafeZone: Incident Reporting System 3. Design and deploy an Internet of Things (IoT) device specifically
for Bacolor Municipal Police Station is 4.13, which is regarded as engineered to provide real-time incident detection and alerting
Agree in terms of the application handling of the features. capabilities.
.
In connection with Security, it got a total rating of 4.31 with an
interpretation of Agree for SafeZone: Incident Reporting System for
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Bacolor Municipal Police Station, which most respondents found The proponents would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to
that system ensures confidentiality when it comes to accessibility of everyone who has contributed to the accomplishment of this study.
authorized personnel that provides intended information to users. To the authors of the related literature and studies for sharing their
knowledge and allowing the proponents to finish the study using their
The Maintainability rating for the SafeZone: Incident Reporting work as a guide.
System for Bacolor Municipal Police Station is 4.17, which is To the panelists, Ms. Angelica S. Dagal, Mr. Edgar B. David, and Mr.
regarded as Agree in terms of maintaining the application in running Philip I. Doctor, for putting up their best effort to assist us in improving
properly. our study by providing us with genuine recommendations and

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