Orlando, FL – Responder Wipes, a provider of on-scene decontamination wipes developed to remove toxins firefighters are exposed to in the line of duty, announces they now carry the DOT System encapsulation bags. The DOT System of encapsulation bags and accessories is designed to improve the health of firefighters by providing the means to contain contaminated gear and tools.
The fire rescue service is recognizing the epidemic facing every firefighter. Cancer is now a leading cause of death for firefighters, with 68 percent of the U.S. LODD’s in 2016 being caused by cancer, according to the International Association of Fire Fighters data. Additionally, rates of certain cancers among firefighters are increasing. More than a decade ago, Swedish firefighters understood this risk and set about developing a method to change it.
The country’s employee and employer organizations came together to develop “Healthy Firefighters – the Skellefteå Model,” a collaborative project aimed at preventing occupational health hazards among firefighters. Now adopted as the standard in 17 European countries, the “Healthy Firefighters” project provides concise decontamination protocols which can improve firefighters’ health and well-being.
These protocols include specific steps departments can take to minimize exposure or reduce the effects of exposure including on-scene contamination reduction. Removing contaminated gear as soon as possible and containing it so that it does not cross-contaminate, or off-gas is critical. The DOT System provides the tools to enact these protocols.
“Responder Wipes is proud to now offer the DOT System encapsulation bags as part of our mission to provide quality products designed specifically for first responders to reduce the dermal absorption of contaminants,” says Responder Wipes President, Tonya Cronin. “Like Responder Wipes, the DOT System is a "Healthy Firefighter" approved product, allowing us to bring the foremost decontamination protocol in the world together with products to help prevent occupational cancer.”
"We are excited that Responder Wipes, as an official distributor of the DOT System, can offer our products for encapsulating contaminated equipment to firefighters in the United States." said David Hultman, CEO of DOT System. The various encapsulation bags and accessories can be found online at www.responderwipes.com/encapsulation-bags.
About Responder Wipes
Responder Wipes is dedicated to ensuring first responders minimize their risk of developing cancer from exposure to toxins, carcinogens, and contaminants in the line of duty. They are committed to providing quality on-scene decontamination wipes that are designed specifically for first responders. For details, please visit www.responderwipes.com.
About DOT System
Firefighters need to be protected from occupational health such as cancer, asthma, allergies, involuntary childlessness, etc. By methodically encapsulating contaminated materials, contact with hazardous substances can be minimized. DOT System Allround & Equipment can be used to quickly encapsulate and contain contaminated material after fire.
For details, please visit www.dotsystem.se.
