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PERSONAL ALERT SAFETY SYSTEM [1 record]

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Record 1 2013-02-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Electronic Devices
  • Security Devices
  • Protection of Life
  • Fire Safety
DEF

An electronic lack-of-motion sensor that sounds a loud tone when a firefighter becomes motionless.

OBS

[The personal alert safety system] can also be manually triggered to operate.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dispositifs électroniques
  • Dispositifs de sécurité
  • Sécurité des personnes
  • Sécurité incendie
DEF

Détecteur électronique qui émet un puissant signal sonore lorsqu'un pompier devient immobile.

OBS

[L'alarme du dispositif d'alarme personnel] peut également être déclenchée manuellement.

Spanish

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