END OF SERVICE LIFE INDICATOR
(ESLI) FILTERS 3M
3M’s Organic Gas and Vapour End of Service Life Indicator (ESLI) Filters was launched in 2015. The product is paving the way for improved occupational health by giving respirator wearers a clear warning of when they need to change their filters to prevent hazardous exposure – something that has not been possible in the past.
Currently, some users change their filters only when they can detect contaminant odour, taste, or irritation inside the respirator, with the result that the harmful substance has already broken through.
To combat this problem, the ESLI is located inside the filter next to the activated carbon. As organic vapours travel through the filter, they are also absorbed onto the ESLI.
As this happens, the indicator changes colour, visually marking the course of the organic vapours through the filter. Dependent on the viewing angle, the user will either see a red bar on a green background, or vice-versa. Once the bar reaches the end-of-service line, the filter will need replacing.
For use across a variety of industries with appropriate environments, the filters can be used as either a primary or secondary method of determining a filter change schedule, depending upon the specific hazard and exposure level. The filters also enable health and safety managers to audit filter status in real-time for each individual user.
The filters, from the science-based technology company 3M, were recognised earlier this year at the BSIF Awards after scooping the top prize for product innovation.
EVACUATION APP SWALLOW EMP
The NEW Evacuation App is a fantastic development and part of Swallow EMP’s solution to provide the best advice. The idea is simple; free to the user, and the business costs are dependent on the size of the business.
The App enables everyone to complete their PEEPS. This then shows what assistance is needed and will advise people to advise business owners when assistance is required.
In an evacuation, a message is sent to the phone, providing contact details and most importantly showing the safe route out.
If the app has identified that evacuation equipment is needed then businesses should ensure that they have the most suitable equipment for the person’s needs.
Swallow EMP quickly realised that people with different disabilities require different evacuation solutions and that one design does not fit all! Swallow EMP offer a range of portable products that are primarily powered and therefore go both up and down stairs.
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