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Intrinsically Safe Exhaust Fans


AEL Category: 19. CBRNE Logistical Support Equipment

AEL Title: Fan, Intrinsically Safe, Exhaust

AEL Number: 19GN-00-FANE

SAVER Project: Intrinsically Safe Exhaust Fans

Intrinsically safe exhaust fans are used by responders during rescue operations to ventilate confined spaces or enclosed areas with contaminated atmospheres. Intrinsic safety is achieved by making certain that only low voltages and current enter hazardous areas, ensuring there is no ignition hazard.

Please contact NUSTL@hq.dhs.gov regarding access to the following additional documents: Focus Group Report, Market Survey Report, and Assessment Report on Intrinsically Safe Exhaust Fans.

Find this project in the FEMA Authorized Equipment List and InterAgency Board Interactive Standardized Equipment List.

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Intrinsically Safe Exhaust Fans Highlight (September 2010) PDF 265.04 KB
Intrinsically Safe Exhaust Fans Summary (September 2010) PDF 446.05 KB
Last Updated: 01/31/2023
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