stubbs
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Post by stubbs on Jan 7, 2015 15:56:57 GMT 10
Hi, i've been looking for a good 240v/12v/solar/usb AA-AAA Battery Charger?
Thanks.
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Purrsha
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Post by Purrsha on Mar 24, 2015 10:52:48 GMT 10
I'm not sure if this is the right thread to post it on but I'm look for a N95 dust mask, and I don't know where I can buy one from or is there a better on out there ? Thank you for any help  |
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Post by thereth on Mar 24, 2015 22:05:01 GMT 10
if your looking for the disposable ones goto www.solmed.com.au or search them on ebay the non-disposable masks i am not sure and would like to see what other people say on that note myself |
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Post by Peter on Mar 25, 2015 8:55:33 GMT 10
I'd try an industrial supplier and/or safety shop. 3M make them AFAIK so they shouldn't be too hard to find.
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Post by Purrsha on Mar 26, 2015 5:19:22 GMT 10
At the moment I have two P2 mask with valve from Aussie Storm, they any good ?
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Post by pheniox17 on Mar 26, 2015 10:02:39 GMT 10
At the moment I have two P2 mask with valve from Aussie Storm, they any good ? They are a half measure... And getting phased out in Qfes rural operations and replaced with p3 |
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Post by Purrsha on Mar 29, 2015 7:16:55 GMT 10
At the moment I have two P2 mask with valve from Aussie Storm, they any good ? They are a half measure... And getting phased out in Qfes rural operations and replaced with p3 Thanks for replying |
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Post by pheniox17 on Mar 29, 2015 9:19:17 GMT 10
They are a half measure... And getting phased out in Qfes rural operations and replaced with p3 Thanks for replying Well since you have some a few things to keep in mind They are 1 use throw out You will still struggle to breathe but its not as bad as nothing at all You need to get goggles if your using the p2 Get your fire evac plan in order... Tbh when I had the p2 issued I have only used them in training (cutting up a car) and in the early days as a "new toy" They are supposed to help... Some long tooth fire fighters love them... I find the p3 worth its weight in gold... I have used them in less than 2 inch visibility... And still able to function at 100% (the heat is a draw back tho) Hope this first hand info helps.... |
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Post by Purrsha on Mar 30, 2015 6:26:26 GMT 10
Well since you have some a few things to keep in mind They are 1 use throw out You will still struggle to breathe but its not as bad as nothing at all You need to get goggles if your using the p2 Get your fire evac plan in order... Tbh when I had the p2 issued I have only used them in training (cutting up a car) and in the early days as a "new toy" They are supposed to help... Some long tooth fire fighters love them... I find the p3 worth its weight in gold... I have used them in less than 2 inch visibility... And still able to function at 100% (the heat is a draw back tho) Hope this first hand info helps.... It dose help, it's great to have a personal opinion from someone who has used them, I do have a pair of Fire Fighter Goggles- low profile and muiltable town evac plans from home and work that I just need to print off with a map so I can study them and know them from memory, Do you know of a website that I can get a P3 mask or a store, I've tried looking but I can't find anything, that's one of the main reason I brought a P2 mask I could not found any others to buy they all had P2 even the ones in the hardware stores. I am going to go to a fire and safety shop after work today to see if they have any, is there a specific one I should look out for ? Either to not to buy or to buy ? thanks for the help  |
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Post by pheniox17 on Apr 1, 2015 23:02:13 GMT 10
Pacfire sells them (I think that's the name)
Option 2 if you live in a urban type area go have a chat at the fire station... The fire fighters are normally up for a chat until they get a fire call that is (they will help refine your fire plans with real experience) if rural is only option... I would try and Google fire suppliers etc
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ChernobylWolves
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Post by ChernobylWolves on May 19, 2015 17:39:32 GMT 10
I had a look at breathing apparatus to see what options are available and what would be recommended to the fire fighting and emergency area. Wormald is known distributor on their website they had a detailed list of breathing apparatus that might interest you guys. No price listing just the description,
www.wormald.com.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/155432/Breathing-Apparatus-and-Telemetry-Systems.pdf
www.wormald.com.au/fire-products/breathing-apparatus
I don't understand why someone would use something like a N95 from my understanding its use to prevent the wearer from spreading the disease instead of preventing from catching it. That's why doctors wear them when performing surgeries to prevent them from passing something on to another person.
What do you use an N95 for, aside from not inhaling dust? I don't mean to sound judgmental I'm just curious as I've seen it mentioned a lot in bug out bag and survival articles. |
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Post by Peter on Jun 17, 2015 23:00:22 GMT 10
A decent wristwatch is something I'd like. I don't care for "tacticool" - I want something tough, not something trendy.
Are there standard-issue military watches available?
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Christos
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Post by Christos on Jun 18, 2015 7:32:45 GMT 10
Hi chernobylrwolves, from working in healthcare N95 and the masks that Drs wear are 2 different masks all together.
Drs during operations wear surgical masks which are fluid restrictive and just slip over the ears and across the face. they will protect the patient against a cough or sneeze or anything spread by droplet transmission. If you are sick and wearing the masks it prevents you from transmittion as it stops the droplets also. N95 are for protection from airborne contaminants such as tuberculosis for instance which is not spread through droplets as it is airborne and its particles remain aerosalised in surrounding environment for some time. N95 masks are a tight fitting mask and when the wearer breathes in it pulls the mask towards the face, if this doesnt happen it means you have a leak between your face and the mask. These are quite tight fitting and require effort to breathe in and out. there is a substantial difference in price between N95 and surgical masks also. Hope this helps.
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Post by shinester on Jun 19, 2015 1:51:05 GMT 10
Christos [or anyone else for that matter]: I'm confused because the Australian standard has a different designiation than 'N95' as per the US masks. Could you enlighten us here in Australia what kind of masks we should be getting and where to get those masks from. As far as I can tell going for the active carbon close fitting masks are the ones to go for, but it is also an area of confusion, care to enlighten?
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Post by Christos on Jun 19, 2015 7:40:29 GMT 10
Hey Shinester,as you have mentioned we have different classifications here in Aus compared to the US. In Aus we use the European Standards 143 which referes to masks as P1,P2 and P3 based on their ability to filter particulates at (80%, 94% and 99.97%) respectively. The US uses NIOSH standards which uses letters as a prefix (N= Not oil resistant, R=oil resistant, P=Oil proof) followed by the percentage of particles filtered. eg N95 (not oil proof filtering out 95% of particulates).Regards to which masks, that would rely on what you are preparing for and what you budget is. Remember, with all these masks they filter air through a membrane, so if you want 100% protection maybe go for a self contained breathing aparatus (joking but serious at the same time).
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Post by graynomad on Jun 19, 2015 19:25:10 GMT 10
A decent wristwatch is something I'd like. I don't care for "tacticool" - I want something tough, not something trendy. Are there standard-issue military watches available? I bought a Seiko S5 a few months ago,mechanical, auto winding, can read in the dark, just like I always had years ago.  Review here wornandwound.com/2012/09/26/seiko-5-snzg-review/I haven't read the review, I hope it's good As you can see in my avatar it can handle the recoil of a 44/40, I wonder if that winds it up |
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Post by australia on Jun 19, 2015 19:43:20 GMT 10
Good choice , I have had my S5 for a few years now and no issues , nice simplistic design , also available with black/tan/khaki bands
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Post by Joey on Jun 19, 2015 21:24:17 GMT 10
A decent wristwatch is something I'd like. I don't care for "tacticool" - I want something tough, not something trendy. Are there standard-issue military watches available? I have my casio G-shock Pro-Trek with barometric pressure, compass and thermometer on it, had it now for nearly 7years and wear it every day, while at work, covered in diesel fuel, hydraulic oils, engine oils, gear oils, solvents, ultra fine coal dust, mud, dirt, banging, rubbing, swearing lol. All of this abuse and it still does not have a crack on the band or scratch on the lense. Whereas, my $800 Seiko kinetic dive watch, that I only wear on special occasions (like 2-3 times a year) the band split on my while I has at the casino in Brissy a month ago just tossing chips out on the roulette table
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Post by Joey on Jun 19, 2015 21:32:41 GMT 10
But if you want a touch knock around analogue watch, Traser or Luminox brand are the bomb, I used to have a Traser but it went missing (think the ex stole it) It has the tritium glow in it so it glows for like 10yrs and is (or was not sure if still done) the issue watch for the US special forces www.zenimports.com.au/products/outdoor/traser/c-25/c-365www.luminox.com/ |
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Post by Peter on Jun 19, 2015 21:36:33 GMT 10
Cheers for that. Gives me something to work with.
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