Developed for Fire/EMS for daily wear as well as RTF
Lightweight advanced ballistic protection
Rapidly adjustable to all sizes
Allows full range of motion while also providing increased ballistic coverage
Fitted external plate pockets – more comfortable than internal ones
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA protection with additional special threats including fragmentation
Rapidly adjustable shoulder straps
Maximum Waist Size: 62"
PFAS Free - made without polyfluoroalkyl substances
NIJ 0101.06 Certified
V50 – 357sig 125gr TMJ (new) | 1867 ft/s
P-BFS Avg. – 357sig 125gr TMJ | 27.3 mm
V50 – 44mag 240gr JHP (new) | 1661 ft/s
P-BFS Avg. – 44mag 240gr JHP | 36 mm
Description
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First responders have increasingly become the target of violence in recent times...
PROTECT YOURSELF AND SAVE LIVES...
The NAR Responder Ballistic PPE Vest System is an advanced ballistic solution for Fire/EMS, and is suitable for active shooter/RTF and daily wear by first responders. This system was designed specifically for first responders and includes a Chest Pouch Medical Kit with essential trauma equipment to provide immediate point-of-wounding care to injured casualties. The shape and cut of the vest provides increased ballistic protection while still allowing providers to perform advanced medical care. Optional armored abdomen extender for additional ballistic coverage. Smaller armored cummerbund available to provide custom fit with greater comfort for smaller providers.
NIJ 0101.06 IIIA soft armor that has been special threat tested for advanced ballistic threats including fragmentation.
Now more than ever, your personal safety is paramount in the performance of your duties. Wearing ballistic protective equipment (BPE) is one of the best ways to help protect
yourself in a violent environment.
NAR Responder Armor Abdomen Extenders sold separately. Custom ID Patches featuring your text available separately. Contact Customer Service for more information.
All NAR® Responder Ballistic PPE vests, carriers and armor components are free of polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Specs
Developed for Fire/EMS for daily wear as well as RTF
Lightweight advanced ballistic protection
Rapidly adjustable to all sizes
Allows full range of motion while also providing increased ballistic coverage
Fitted external plate pockets – more comfortable than internal ones
NIJ 0101.06 Level IIIA protection with additional special threats including fragmentation
Rapidly adjustable shoulder straps
Maximum Waist Size: 62"
PFAS Free - made without polyfluoroalkyl substances
Kit Contents:
4 x C-A-T® (Combat Application Tourniquet)
2 x C-A-T® Holder
2 x 6 in. ETD® Dressing
2 x NAR® Wound Packing Gauze
2 x NAR® Pre-Lubricated Nasopharyngeal Airway - 28F(117 mm)
An important consideration for fire and EMS is how to implement body armor policies and procedures. Body armor is becoming standard PPE for many fire and EMS agencies as the working environment becomes more dangerous.
The design of a ballistic vest is crucial to ensure maximum protection while allowing the user to perform their duties. A ballistic vest designed for patient care requires a different approach than a standard law enforcement vest.