FEATURES that let you change gear
VIKING SHIELD - Dual Certified For Technical Rescue/Extrication and Wildland Firefighting
Multi-purpose suit that lets you switch from handling technical rescue and extrication tasks to fighting wildland fires simply by changing the lining. Far from being a compromise, it provides all the ergonomic comfort and fit of top-of-the-line firefighting gear in either situation.
Firefighters need mobility and flexibility to meet the varied challenges of technical rescue/extrication and wildland firefighting. A whole new level of protection and breathable comfort lightens the load for long, hot active duty.
Snap into action
- Modular system transforms you NFPA 1977-approved Wildland suit into an NFPA 1951 - approved technical rescue suit by snapping in a GORE SR moisture barrier on the same outer shell
- Multi-purpose shell is crafted in lightweight SIGMA fabric specifically designed and certified for fighting wildland fires, and for technical rescue by Safety Components
- Modern 3M® FR comfort trim adds to breathability while abrasion-resistant reinforcements at the knees ensure the durability
- Includes real-life sizing instead of simple small-medium-large optons, proving a tailored ergonomic fit for better mobility
Traffic Accidents and Extrication ・ Wildland Firefighting ・ First Responder Operations ・Human and Animal Rescue ・ Clean up ・ Floods and Natural Disasters ・Confined Space Operations ・ Urban Search and Rescue ・ High-Angle Rescue ・Technical assistance ・ Investigations
VIKING Shield features
Without moisture barrier
Without a moisture barrier, the Wildland gear is approved according to NFPA 1977
With Moisture barrier
When the moisture barrier is snapped in it functions as Technical Rescue/Extrication gear approved according to NFPA 1951.
Pre-bent knees, elbows
For added comfort and flexibility reinforcements of Para Aramid on knees, elbows and at the sleeve hem of the jacket and pant cuffs.