Protective hoods aid fire victims.

AuthorWilliams, Robert H.
PositionTECH TALK

AN INCREASING NUMBER of municipal fire departments around the country are acquiring smoke escape hoods that are made by Draeger Safety Inc. of Pittsburgh, Pa. The devices, which feature a large eyepiece and filter for breathing, are designed for victims in burning buildings.

They permit fire fighters to assist these persons without having to...

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