Glassfibre polyester resin helmet for aluminised asbestos fire suit

Glassfibre polyester resin helmet for aluminised asbestos fire suit

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Glassfibre polyester resin helmet with aluminised pigment surface, aluminised asbestos neck curtain and polycarbonate and wiregauze visor, manufactured by Bristol Uniforms Limited, Bristol, 1981. Type of helmet worn to protect against high temperatures, to rescue from burning aircraft or at petro-chemical works.

Details

Category:
Protective Clothing
Object Number:
1981-396/2
Measurements:
overall; crate: 390 mm x 720 mm x 440 mm,
type:
protective helmet, heat protection, fire protection and chemical protection
credit:
Bristol Uniforms Limited