Multiple hazmat/emergency response teams can see toxic gas threat data pertaining to the same incident, regardless of their locations, when using RAE Systems Pro RAE Guardian Software, thanks to a built-in cascading feature. This technology, which also allows real-time wireless monitoring, consolidates threat data from hundreds of different types of monitors deployed at different situations to a mobile command center for safety officers to view at their fingertips.
(1) Local hazmat teams use Area RAE monitors to measure toxic gas levels at steel-processing facility.
Instead of relying on the first responding team or a selected point person for up-to-date information and instruction, the user can send information anywhere 24/7 in real time to responding teams with Internet access. Local and civil response teams can collaborate and share information with state and local teams in minutes. The ProRAE Guardian software provides support for multiple communication protocols and simultaneous monitoring of up to 500 instruments. Experts on response and containment of specific toxic compounds can view and analyze readings remotely from anywhere in the world in real time.
(2) The U.S. Coast Guard assesses toxic gas readings on Area RAE monitors during Gulf Oil Spill.
This technology can save lives by sending location and threat data to a mobile command center anywhere in the world. At the command centers, safety managers and incident commanders can view and share the information in real time. This increases their control over dangerous situations and enables faster response times. In fact, anyone with access to the Internet and the secure log-in key can log in and view the updated gas, radiation, and personal (physiological and GPS readings from people wearing the RAE Systems BioHarness) information about the facility or incident. The BioHarness readings can be evaluated in the ProRAE Guardian software and coupled with a variety of other safety sensor readings including detected volatile organic compounds, gases, chemical warfare agents, and radiation, for early detection and characterization of hazardous atmospheres. The nonintrusive, lightweight chest-worn strap incorporates electrocardiogram, breathing rate, temperature, posture, and activity sensors for real-time portable physiological monitoring. This allows safety officers to quickly access and monitor a person’s bioreadings and remove the person from a fatigue situation if the readings are high.
(3) A first responder uses a GammaRAE II wireless portable gas detection monitor to assess the hazards of the fireground.
(4) RAE Systems Area RAE monitors used to protect local communities from toxic gas levels.
ProRAE Guardian accepts real-time detector data and instantly displays device status, alarm, and sensor reading information–all integrated on a single map display. ProRAE Guardian is field-proven, always on, and always connected. Geographically dispersed teams can now simultaneously view and coordinate real-time data and threat responses anywhere in the world.
Additional information and a free evaluation copy of ProRAE Guardian is at http://www.raesystems.com/products/prorae-guardian.
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