Drag and Rescue Device

Apex Fire Services is licensed by Yoc Strap® to manufacture, install and service Drag Rescue Devices.

In August of 2006, the 2007 revision of NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting became effective. One of the changes introduced into this standard is technology that greatly improves the ability to rescue a downed fire fighter. This technology is known as a DRD, or Drag Rescue Device, and is now mandatory for all jackets manufactured to this revision of NFPA 1971. It is also available as an upgrade to all existing jackets manufactured to previous revisions of NFPA 1971.

Why not bring your entire department up to the new standard now? You can have your current ensemble jackets retrofitted with the Yoc Strap® DRD, providing your personnel with this higher level of protection:

• The number one choice of fire coat manufactures in the U.S. and Canada, based on its ease of installation and overall simplicity of design.
• Provides a fast, safe means of aiding in the removal of a downed firefighter from an IDLH environment, fits well into any RIT program.
• Integrated design means no bulky webbing under the coat for zero wearer discomfort.
• Adds no noticeable weight to the garment.
• Where it's needed when it's needed.
• Works independently of the garment, does not elevate the coat when in use.
• When deployed, cinches around the shoulders of the downed member for a most secure grasp.
• Yoc Strap® does not let go!

For additional information on DRD's please contact us today!