US Patent:
20150293079, Oct 15, 2015
Inventors:
Chad Matthew McClintock - Littlestown PA, US
John R. Zour - Manchester MD, US
International Classification:
G01N 33/52
Abstract:
Disclosed herein is a first responder hazardous material detection and isolation distance (HMDID) apparatus and method that addresses the disconnect that exists in two current first responder tools: a means for detecting a hazardous material, but also the need for an immediate action plan to secure a dangerous area and prevent harm to individuals, such as first responders present at an emergency scene. The detection apparatus comprises test membranes configured to detect a hazardous material present in the atmosphere, by producing a visual color change when exposed to air contaminated with the hazard. The test membranes are attached to a planar form, such as a flat paper card, and are accompanied by an isolation indicator and action item for isolating an area depending on the level of hazardous material present in the atmosphere.
