Salient Characteristics revised 19 September 2025.pdf
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The document appears to be a detailed technical specification for a Fire/EMS Protective Armor System, describing specific requirements for protective gear. The system consists of an Armor Carrier System with soft and hard armor components, including a tan carrier with high-visibility yellow striping, NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA soft armor with 360° ballistic coverage, and top-loading pockets for Level IV rifle-rated plates. Additional components include a ballistic helmet (NIJ 0106.01 Level IIIA certified), a fire carry bag with reinforced construction, and an Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK) Pouch containing specific medical supplies.
The specification mandates comprehensive documentation and deliverables, including Certificates of Conformance, NIJ Certified Products List (CPL) verification, ballistic test reports, a serialized lot register, and care and maintenance instructions. The system is designed to meet multiple compliance standards including NFPA 1971/1977, OSHA 1910.132 and 1910.1030, and is Berry Amendment and Buy American Act compliant. All medical items must have a minimum 24-month shelf life, and the entire system comes with a minimum one-year manufacturer warranty, emphasizing durability and safety for Fire/EMS operational environments.
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A. System Components:
• Armor Carrier System:
• Soft Armor: NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA certified for 360° ballistic coverage (over 700 in²). Must be NIJ CPL-listed.
• Hard Plates: Top-loading pockets compatible with NIJ 0101.06 Level IV rifle-rated plates (SAPI large or equivalent). Plates must be NIJ CPL-listed.
• Carrier: Tan, Fire/EMS-specific design with high-visibility yellow striping;
NFPA 1971/1977 PPE compliant.
• Visibility: 3M® Hi-Viz reflective tape with reflective/non-reflective "EGLIN FIRE" ID lettering.
• Fit: Universal fit up to 74” waist/chest, quick-adjust front closure; OSHA
1910.132 PPE compliant.
• Quick Release: Single-pull rapid-release mechanism.
• Rescue: Rear extraction handle.
• Safety: Liquid egress points front/rear; OSHA 1910.1030 compliant.
• Operational: Integrated I.F.A.K. and radio pockets with elastic retention and antenna cutout.
• Ergonomics: Six-point padded adjustable shoulders with accessory channels.
• Durability: Built for Fire/EMS environments (heat, flame, liquid, extended wear).
• Ballistic Helmet:
• NIJ 0106.01 Level IIIA certified. NIJ CPL-listed.
• Standard ACH cut profile.
• Ratchet dial suspension.
• Lightweight ballistic composite.
• Berry Amendment and Buy American Act compliant.
• Minimum one-year manufacturer warranty.
• Fire Carry Bag:
• Reinforced construction with heavy-duty stitching and zippers.
• External front pocket.
• Sized for carrier, armor, plates, helmet, and medical pouch.
• Carry handles and straps.
• Interior organization to secure components.
• Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK) Pouch:
• Detachable rip-away MOLLE/PALS mounting system.
• Contents:
• Three (3) Combat Application Tourniquets (CAT® or equivalent)
• Two (2) Emergency Trauma Dressings, 4 in. flat ETD™ or equivalent
• Two (2) Wound Packing Gauze rolls (4.5 in. x 4.1 yd)
• One (1) pair large nitrile trauma glove
• One (1) set trauma shears (7.25 in. or larger)
• All medical items must have minimum 24 months shelf life at delivery.
• Color coordinated with kit components.
B. Documentation & Deliverables:
• Certificates of Conformance (CoC) for soft armor and helmets (manufacturer, model, lot number, serial/UID ranges, DOM).
• NIJ CPL Verification: Hardcopy printouts from the NIJ CPL showing specific model numbers for soft armor and helmets.
• Ballistic Test Reports (Abbreviated): Executive summary of NIJ certification or recent lot verification.
• Serialized Lot Register: Hardcopy and CSV (kit number, carrier serial, armor panel serials, helmet serial, DOMs, warranty end dates).
• Care & Maintenance Instructions: Manufacturer’s guidance for Fire/EMS operations, compliant with NFPA and OSHA standards.
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