Always safely on the go

When handling an emergency, firefighters are exposed to a number of risks: noxious fumes, blocked escape paths, potential building collapse. The safety of emergency crews and the efficient locating of persons buried under the rubble are key issues, and not only in the event of a major catastrophe, such as the collapse of the Cologne Historic Archives on 3 March 2009. Emergency managers have to know exactly where their teams are, and if they might be exposed to poisonous gases. Modern localisation systems provide excellent service in this situation. It is also the only optimal way to integrate rescue teams into emergency planning...

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