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OxySafe2™ Could Save Lives
A low-cost thermal fuse device is being championed by Ohio fire authorities as a potential life-saver that could also prevent severe property damage from fires. The device is part of an initiative by the state's fire marshal to decrease the incidence of fatal fires, particularly those caused by individuals smoking while using oxygen
OxySafe2™ - Learn more at Medtrade!
OxySafe2 is a thermal fuse engineered to halt gas flow if the downstream cannula or supply tube catches fire. Visit us at Medtrade booth 1156 for a free
OxySafe2™ Fire Safety
The rise in fires related to home oxygen therapy (HOT) is a growing contributor to fire-related fatalities in the United States.
Applied Announces Launch of OxySafe2™
Westlake, OH – August 18, 2021 – Applied Home Healthcare Equipment, a long-trusted resource for oxygen filling, technical and regulatory support for DME and HME providers, has announced the release of their newest model of their popular thermal shut-off device OxySafe2™. The new version provides two directional protection against oxygen fires caused by patients smoking, using candles, stove-top ranges or other open flames while receiving oxygen therapy. Such fires are particularly prevalent in situations where oxygen therapy is provided in the home environment where there is limited patient supervision, though it may occur in environments like healthcare facilities and nursing homes. Jim Christ General Manager of Applied Home Healthcare Equipment said “OxySafe has always been an important and reliable device for our providers who want to protect their patients from the dangers of home oxygen fires. We are excited to introduce this product line improvement to the OxySafe in order to help in the mitigation of oxygen fires.” OxySafe2 is a thermal fuse designed to stop the flow of gas in the event that the downstream cannula or supply tube is ignited, and will meet VA, ISO and other regulatory requirements. With OxySafe2, the PVC tube is inclined to extinguish because PVC will not normally burn in air—offering healthcare providers a cost-effective solution to lower the risk of serious patient injury in a dangerous oxyg
16 Tips for Oxygen Safety at Home
Oxygen is very safe to have in the home, as long as these guidelines are followed. Are the following 16 tips included in your oxygen safety training for your
What is OxySafe?
OxySafe™ is a thermal fuse designed to stop the flow of gas in the event that the downstream cannula or supply tube is ignited, and will meet VA, ISO and other regulatory
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