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SEL Number: 02PE-02-HLMT
Title: Equipment, Head and Face Protection, IED/EOD


Last Updated: 3/13/2024 2:29:51 PM

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Description: Helmet Protective System Component of IED/EOD Protective Ensembles. Includes ballistic helmet and face shield compatible with bomb suit or search suit. Includes face shields with vision correction capability (using either a prescription shield or overlay).

ImportantFeatures: The protective helmet component provides an easily adjustable, comfortable helmet retention and suspension system that provides maximum stability and retention while facilitating removal during doffing. A washable, flame-resistant head cover, such as a balaclava, should be provided and used with this protective helmet component. The helmet must provide adequate protection against fragmentation and ballistic threats to the neck, head and face. The helmet must also provide appropriate protection against impact from the ground or other stationary objects.

Operating Considerations: For operations in a chemical or biological contaminated environment, IED/EOD protective helmet systems can be procured with integrated inhalation protection. These types of helmets can also be used with NIOSH-CBRN
Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear
certified respiratory protective equipment to provide inhalation protection in the event of a chemical, biological or radiological threat release. Integrated communications (radio) systems are available from manufacturers and vendors. Integrated laser protection not currently available and may cause distortion.

May only be purchased by an FBI-Accredited Bomb Squad. For information on establishing new bomb squad programs, agencies should contact the Special Agent Bomb Technician in the nearest FBI Office or call directly to the FBI Program Manager at the Hazardous Devices School, (256) 842-1721.

Training Requirements: Core Training: Hazardous Devices School, Redstone Arsenal, AL
Initial Training: Extensive (>2 days)
Sustainment Training: Extensive (>2 days) with 3-yr recertification rqt

Mandatory Standards:

Applicable Standards and References:


MSSL:
  • Law Enforcement: Bomb Squad
  • REL: Full Canadian Recommended Equipment List
  • REL: LOS-1, Multi-Agency Intervention