Prevention & protection

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Prevention & protection

Modulator/ demodulator unit

Fire safety; Prevention & protection

A device that converts data that is compatible with data-processing equipment to a form that is compatible with transmission equipment, and vice versa.

Portable monitor

Fire safety; Prevention & protection

A device that delivers a large water additive stream and is mounted on a movable support or wheels so it can be transported to the fire scene.

Fixed monitor

Fire safety; Prevention & protection

A device that delivers a large water additive stream and is mounted on a stationary support that either is elevated or is at grade.

Manual defibrillator

Fire safety; Prevention & protection

A device that delivers an electric shock through the chest wall to the heart and that requires operation by trained medical personnel.

Fire-gas detector

Fire safety; Prevention & protection

A device that detects gases produced by a fire.

Radiant energy-sensing fire detector

Fire safety; Prevention & protection

A device that detects radiant energy, such as ultraviolet, visible, or infrared, that is emitted as a product of combustion reaction and obeys the laws of optics.