Vector Check It’s PPE Tracking Program Simplifies Equipment Management for Vector Solutions’ Customers

Vector Check It’s PPE Tracking Program Simplifies Equipment Management for Vector Solutions’ Customers
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July 17, 2023

Resource: Blog Industry: Fire, Public Safety
Tags: Meet NFPA standards, NFPA standards for PPE

In today's rapidly changing world, ensuring the safety and well-being of our first responders is of paramount importance. Public safety organizations are constantly seeking innovative solutions to enhance their operations and protect their personnel.

It is for this reason that Vector Solutions is excited to announce enhancements to its PPE tracking program in Vector Check It. Check It is an operations management software that streamlines routine inspections and management of all PPE, equipment, and inventory for fire departments, EMS agencies, law enforcement agencies, and emergency communication centers.

In the fire service, proper care and maintenance of PPE is especially crucial. A firefighter’s safety and operational effectiveness hinges on having well-maintained gear that provides reliable protection against hazards encountered during firefighting operations. ​

PPE that is old, defective, or improperly cared for can increase the risk of short- and long-term health issues, impact career longevity, and hinder firefighters' ability to effectively mitigate personal and property loss. The recent PPE-focused improvements to Vector Check It equip fire departments with the tools they need to ensure every piece of PPE is inspected, cleaned, repaired, and maintained properly and that defective or damaged equipment is identified long before it could cause harm.

These enhancements enable departments to:

  • Isolate PPE items with a dedicated equipment pool
  • Ensure inspections, cleanings, and repairs are performed as needed
  • Filter for specific items or equipment types
  • Drill down to individual details and export detailed reports
  • Document retirement and disposal details
  • Track cleaning and repair details, document retirement/disposal, and track every event through every stage with a detailed history log

Vector Solutions’ PPE tracking program helps fire departments meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and standards for documenting the complete history of every piece of PPE from acquisition to decommission. Meeting these standards requires strict adherence to policy and procedures, meticulous recordkeeping, and a management system that can keep up with the day-to-day realities and challenges of the fire service.

Communication regarding PPE, equipment, apparatus, and inventory is also improved with Vector Check It. Personnel can view real-time status updates regarding work orders, inspections, and equipment assigned to each apparatus. Sort by station to view all inventory, equipment, and apparatus at each location.

Personnel can access Vector Check It via browser or any web-enabled mobile device.

“When one of our Firefighters needed a pair of boots replaced, he was able to just enter the reorder request and uploaded a picture of his boots. I was able to easily get the manufacturer's information for the boots and saw they were still under warranty, so we got them replaced and communicated back to the Firefighter on the same day that we received the request—all within the Check It application.”

Captain, Billings Fire Department

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NFPA codes and standards that Vector Check It can help support include the following, and more:

NFPA 1851:  Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting

NFPA 1852: Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Open-Circuit Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

NFPA 1877: Standard on Selection, Care and Maintenance of Wildland Fire fighting Protective Clothing and Equipment

To learn more about how Vector Solutions can support your PPE, respiratory protection, and equipment needs, request a demo today.

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