Fire suit approved for marine use
Cosalt’s fire suits are now MED and CE approved
Cosalt Workwear of the UK says that it now able to supply structural fire fighting kit that has been approved under the European MED for use at sea.
Cosalt says that from April 2011 all of the company's existing range of structural fire suits and its new styles going forward are in compliance with the fire protection requirements of Marine Equipment Directive (MED) 96/98/EC as well as the CE Mark. The standard will be indicated on the garment's label by the addition of the MED 'Wheelmark' logo next to the CE Mark, together with the identification number of the Notified Body.
The decision to seek approval by MarED, the co-ordination group for the Notified Bodies authorised to inspect and certify products to the MED, is said to be a natural extension to the activities of Cosalt's marine business. The company supplies safety equipment such as lifejackets and immersion suits to the shipping and marine industry.
Pete Dawson, Cosalt Workwear's operations and managed services director, said: "For many years, Cosalt Workwear has been one of the main suppliers of structural fire fighting and rescue kit to the majority of UK fire brigades. So making these garments available for use by fire fighters at sea is a logical progression for us and it will be of great benefit to our customers in the marine market. We are recognised for manufacturing high quality products that are not only fit for purpose but also surpass legislative requirements without compromising on wearer comfort and fit. Our current range meets the latest fire fighting standard EN469. Now this state-of-the-art kit can be used to protect people fighting fires at sea."
Cosalt's structural fire kit range features products with a detachable liner, designed to give wearers the option to add or remove layers depending on the situation, ensuring an appropriate level of protection and performance for the fire fighter.
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