XplorIR Solves Oxygen Displacement Solved for Hazmat Response

In emergency response, 4-gas or 5-gas air monitors with oxygen sensors ensure sufficient O2 levels for both responder safety and proper function of Catalytic Bead LEL sensors. However, a drop in O2 below 19.5% is considered IDLH by OSHA, signaling the need for supplied air respirators. Even a small decrease in O2 can indicate a large presence of contaminants, as a 0.1% drop in O2 can represent around 5,000 ppm of an unknown substance. If the XplorIR^® device is used with these monitors, it can detect contaminants at much lower levels (25-50 ppm) compared to the O2 sensor which would indicate oxygen displacement. Oxygen displacement is a significant hazard for HazMat teams because it can quickly lead to asphyxiation or death. The XplorIR enhances safety and reducing the risk of exposure to potentially dangerous gas clouds. XplorIR’s capability to identify over 5,600 gases and vapors at levels well under the detection ability of O2 sensors provides an added layer of safety during reconnaissance operations.