Which type of gear is specifically designed for high angle, trench, or collapse rescue situations?

Technical Rescue PPE is specifically designed for high angle, trench, or collapse rescue situations. This type of personal protective equipment is tailored to meet the unique demands and challenges of rescue operations that often involve specialized techniques and environments.

For instance, high angle rescue situations require gear that permits the safe movement of rescuers on steep terrains or structures, often including harnesses, helmets with specific facemasks, and other fall protection devices. In trench rescue scenarios, the equipment protects against the hazards associated with unstable ground, including shoring gear and helmets designed to accommodate larger safety measures. Similarly, collapse rescues necessitate specialized gear that allows for maneuverability in confined spaces and protects rescuers from debris and other structural hazards.

In contrast, firefighting PPE is primarily focused on protecting firefighters from heat and flames, hazmat suits are designed for protection against hazardous materials, and wildland firefighting gear is tailored for forested environments and wildfires, which lack the specific features necessary for technical rescue situations.