and burning if exposed to high heat and fl ame. But there is no insulating layer so the wearer is not protected from sus- tained exposure to high temperatures. This suit is actually designed to be washed and dried multiple times for reuse if it has not been contaminated. But the manufacturer’s recommenda- tions should be followed to be sure the suit is adequately maintained. Wearer comfort is enhanced by a unique cooling capability. The outer shell is engineered to absorb water without affecting the protective performance of the suit’s fab- ric. When wetting the suit down with water before or during use, the wearer experiences a cooling effect similar to the effectiveness of perspiring, as the water evaporates from the outer shell. The suit is form-fi tting to allow for mobility even in confi ned space opera- tions. It is a one-piece design with in- tegrated CBRN booties and gloves. A rubber-to-rubber SCBA mask interface eliminates the necessity of chemical tape.
LION ERS Suit
LION offers the “ERS,” an extended re- sponse suit of a selectively permeable fabric that is liquid-proof, air permeable, and breathable. It is a one-piece coverall with attached Gore® glove liners and booties, and no taping is required. It is compliant with the NFPA 1994, Class 3 standard and has a long shelf life if not contaminated. Its construction is non- carbon based. An airtight zipper keeps both liquid and vapors out.
The LION “Commando Stretch Gar- ment” features a fi ve-piece design for mobility and comfort, and integrates with outer garments for ‘warm’ zone operations. It is low-profi le for discrete operations and is available in a range of sizes. Its design has a sleeve dam added to the barrier glove, socks with a knit cuff to hold the bootie in position, a back zip, and a neck dam to restrict ingress of contaminants.
LION’s “CBRN MT94” is a multi-
wear, multi-threat CBRN garment meeting NFPA 1994/Class 2 and NFPA 1992. It guards against exposure to dan- gers from hazardous waste, drug labs, and biological agents. It is available in navy or tan and is re-useable for mul-
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tiple wears and washings if not exposed to contaminants. The suit features a rugged construction, but with optimum comfort and freedom of movement. NOMEX material is incorporated in the laminate to provide resistance to cuts, tears, or punctures.
Stephenie Slahor, Ph.D., J.D., writes in the fi elds of law enforcement and security.
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