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ISI’s Viking ST is the
1st SCBA with NIOSH CBRN Approval
for tactical law enforcement agencies.
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA – The ISI Viking ST,
the most advanced self-contained breathing apparatus
(SCBA) available to law enforcement agencies, is the
first to have been approved by the National Institute
for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for use in
the presence of potential chemical, biological, radiological,
and nuclear (CBRN) agents.
Manufactured exclusively for law enforcement use by International
Safety Instruments Inc. (ISI), the ISI Viking ST is now
approved by NIOSH for CBRN use. Two versions of an ISI
SCBA for firefighters also received approval. All of these
units meet the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
1981, 2002 Edition requirements as well.
The CBRN test exposed the SCBA to Sarin and mustard agents,
demonstrating that these agents did not penetrate the
ISI Viking ST’s facemask or pneumatic assemblies.
ISI tested numerous materials to build a product that
meets the rigors of the NFPA burn tests but also is able
to protect users against agents that may be used in a
terrorist attack. “ISI is known for its unmatched
commitment to research that ensures the highest product
quality,” said Mike Vezmar, Director of Sales &
Marketing, “which is why our Viking ST passed the
NIOSH tests on the first submittal attempt.”
The Viking ST with CBRN approval is available with 4500-psi
cylinders. Options include Voice Amplification, PASS and
radio interface. ISI’s Viking SCBA with 2216 rated
cylinders is now being submitted for CBRN testing, with
approval expected by mid-year. At that time, both high-pressure
and low-pressure models will be available with additional
options, including an airline attachment and buddy breather.
In late 2004, a CBRN retrofit kit will be available to
upgrade certain existing Viking devices that are NFPA
2002 compliant
ISI is known to law enforcement agencies as a manufacturer
of the highest quality respiratory protection equipment
and thermal imaging systems featuring advanced, time-saving
technology. ISI provides training, service and repair
for all of its products. More information on the ISI Viking
ST for law enforcement is available by calling toll free:
888-474-7233, or by visiting www.isivikingst.com.
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