Hazardous Material Detection and Isolation Distance Apparatus and Method
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Active Publication Date: 2016-12-15
ZOUR JOHN R +1
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The patent is a combination of a hazardous material detection system and the distance to safely isolate the area around it. The invention aims to provide an easy-to-use detection system that allows users to read results quickly and take necessary action during emergency situations.
Problems solved by technology
Often there are means for the detection of chemical or hazardous materials, but what is lacking is a portable detection apparatus that also contains an easy to follow action plan for dealing with potentially life-threatening and dangerous situations, once a positive result for a hazardous material result is realized.
Dangers include inhalation dangers or dangers related to fire or explosions.
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[0015]First responders find themselves in a changing work environment post-9 / 11. No longer are the hazards, house fires and car crashes; they are scenarios that present quite of variety of hazards. Incidents involving chemicals such as chemical suicide, clandestine drug labs, train, truck and car crashes involving hazardous materials are all examples of incidents, first responders encounter on a daily basis. Given the frequency and potentially catastrophic consequences of not identifying the hazards present, the present invention helps to combine easy to use detection methodology with action items appropriate for the first responder. Reagent paper has been in use to detect chemical hazards for some time. There is a significant disconnect, however, between identifying a meaningful color change and more importantly what action should the first responder take. The present invention helps to close this gap.
[0016]The first responder hazardous material detection and isolation distance (HM...
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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.
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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]This patent application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 811,794 filed on Apr. 14, 2013, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.FIELD OF INVENTION[0002]This application relates to the technical field of the detection of hazardous materials, particularly airborne hazardous materials encountered by first responders under emergency situations.BACKGROUND[0003]First responders find themselves in a changing work environment post-9 / 11. No longer are the hazards house fires and car crashes; the hazards are scenarios that present quite of variety of extreme dangers, to both persons and property. Incidents involving chemicals such as chemical suicide, clandestine drug labs, train, truck and car crashes involving hazardous materials are all examples of incidents that first responders encounter on a daily basis.[0004]Furthermore, often, hazardous situations are encountered that require i...
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IPC IPC(8): G01N33/52
CPCG01N33/526G01N31/22
Inventor MCCLINTOCK, CHAD MATTHEWZOUR, JOHN R.
Owner ZOUR JOHN R