Firefighting in buildings

With one of the most difficult and dangerous jobs in the world, today’s firefighters deserve the very best levels of protection. Unfortunately, because no two “shouts” are the same and the hazards are diverse in nature as well as in their extremity, the provision of the right equipment at the right time is often easier said than done. Whether responding to a warehouse fire or a house fire, the requirements for protective equipment differ at every incident and can change without warning. For this reason, more and more brigades are looking for increased modularity in the design of their breathing apparatus and associated equipment, as well as better communications and entry control procedures. New to the market, Draeger’s complete system solution for firefighters is a prime example of the way in which modularity is revolutionising firefighter safety. Combining a modular design with state-of-the-art technology, it brings a completely new dimension to personal protective equipment by incorporating the latest in compressed air breathing apparatus, full face masks, head-up displays, quick cylinder connection, electronic monitoring and entry control capabilities, as well as customised training. For maximum flexibility, the system can be put together as a series of mix-and-match components to meet different operational requirements.