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What is the most common gas detector worn by personnel?
What is the most common gas detector worn by personnel
Gas detectors are designed to measure and identify the concentration of certain gases in certain work areas. Typically, they protect workers from exposure to flammable gases (CH4, C3H8 or H2), toxic gases (H2S, CO or Cl2) and low oxygen concentrations. Gas detector devices are divided into two broad categories: portable gas detectors or fixed gas detectors.
Portable gas detectors (such as a single or multi-gas detector) are able to monitor gases present close to the user and can be easily connected to clothing or held in the user’s hand. Portable gas detectors notify the individual when gas levels in the atmosphere exceed safety limits, or oxygen levels are too low, especially inside confined spaces.
