Water-Jel Heat Shield Fire Blanket M7140

Water-Jel Heat Shield Fire Blanket M7140

The Water-Jel Heat Shield is a fire blanket designed to be thrown over a fire victim in order to put the fire out. This stops burn progression and cools the skin to avoid further injury as much as possible. It also assists in the prevention of contamination of the burn area.

The blanket is made with worsted wool, and has an intercellular weave that aborbs 13 times its own weight. Its soaked in a water-based gel that will put the fire out and cool the skin. The blanket will not stick to burn areas and can be placed over clothing. It can be wrapped around the burn victim during a fire rescue situation and will protect them from the heat and flames.

You can read into the Latest British Standard for First Aid in the Workplace.