Advanced hygiene vehicle enhances safety for Lünen firefighters

Ziegler recently delivered a GW-Hygiene vehicle to the Lünen fire department.

The vehicle is designed to assist in the decontamination of firefighters at the scene of incidents where hazardous substances are present, such as fire smoke and soot.

The vehicle includes designated black and white areas, ensuring that contaminated materials remain separate from clean equipment, in line with the department’s “Hygiene in Fire Service Operations” concept.

This strategy aims to minimize exposure risks for firefighters by facilitating quick decontamination and the distribution of fresh emergency clothing at the scene.

As reported by Ziegler, the GW-Hygiene vehicle has various advanced features.

Its loading area accommodates up to six roll containers, allowing a wide range of equipment to be safely transported.

Additionally, the vehicle serves as a mobile recovery point for emergency crews after physically demanding tasks.

By supporting rapid decontamination and re-equipping of personnel, the vehicle helps restore operational readiness while preventing the spread of contaminants.

Key features of the GW-Hygiene vehicle

The GW-Hygiene vehicle is built on a MAN TGM 12.250 chassis with a total permissible weight of 12 tons.

It has specific design features aimed at maintaining hygiene and operational efficiency.

The vehicle’s water supply system includes a UV filter for disinfection, while a connection hose to a hydrant ensures a continuous supply of clean water.

A wash water tank was omitted due to drinking water standards.

The vehicle is equipped with an integrated fresh waste water system that includes a wash basin and boot washer.

Additional features such as an awning provide protection when working outdoors, and side doors facilitate easy access to roll containers, allowing the vehicle to be quickly prepared for use.

These features help the Lünen fire department maintain hygiene and ensure safety during fire service operations.

Hygiene-focused design in black and white areas

The vehicle’s interior design is centered around the black and white areas, which are designated for contaminated and clean materials, respectively.

The black area is equipped with dispensers for infection protection gloves, FFP2 masks, and disinfectant wipes, as well as holders for laundry bags.

A washstand is also provided to help firefighters decontaminate on site.

The white area contains a workstation with a Plexiglas-covered surface, storage drawers, and a clothes rail for clean uniforms.

These features allow emergency services to quickly change into fresh clothing after removing contaminated gear.

According to Ziegler, the vehicle’s design helps mitigate contamination risks and ensures that crews remain ready for ongoing operations.

Ziegler emphasises safety for emergency services

Timm Struck-Winkler, Head of Sales North at Ziegler, said: “We are proud to be able to hand over this advanced vehicle to the fire department of Lünen.

“With the GW-Hygiene, we are ensuring that our brand promise ‘We provide security’ also applies to our customers, the emergency services who use our products.”

Ziegler’s delivery of the GW-Hygiene vehicle reinforces its commitment to supporting fire departments with state-of-the-art equipment that prioritises the health and safety of emergency crews.

The GW-Hygiene vehicle represents an important addition to the Lünen fire department’s fleet, enhancing their capacity to manage hazardous situations while maintaining stringent hygiene standards.

Ziegler GW-Hygiene vehicle delivered to Lünen fire department: Summary

Ziegler has delivered a new GW-Hygiene vehicle to the Lünen fire department.

The vehicle is designed to support the decontamination of firefighters exposed to hazardous substances during operations.

It features separate compartments for contaminated and clean materials, ensuring proper hygiene at the scene.

Built on a MAN TGM 12.250 chassis, the vehicle includes a UV-filtered water supply system, an integrated waste water system, and compartments for the secure handling of contaminated equipment.

Ziegler’s Head of Sales North, Timm Struck-Winkler, expressed pride in the delivery, highlighting the company’s commitment to ensuring the safety of emergency personnel.