Abstract: A system to monitor the status of a firefighter comprising a self contained breathing apparatus associated with the firefighter and operational with a microprocessor to transmit and receive signals by means of transceivers, a monitor to visually observe the signals, and a personal alert safety system operational with the apparatus to detect firefighter distress signals.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 19, 2006
Date of Patent:
September 23, 2008
Assignee:
Avon-International Safety Instruments, Inc.