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Allowable Equipment Costs

Allowable Equipment Costs


The foundation of the FY 2004 SHSP authorized equipment list (AEL) is the
Standardized Equipment List (SEL), which was developed by the Interagency
Board (IAB) for Equipment Standardization and Interoperability. Changes and
additions to the AEL reflect input received by the DHS-ODP from State and
local responders and reflect a continued commitment to better serve the
nation. The new AEL also comports closely with the SEL, but has additional
categories and equipment. A cross-section of officials representing the U.S.
Department of Homeland Security, the U.S. Department of Justice, the Public
Health Service, the U.S. Department of Energy, and State and local CBRNE
response experts assisted in the development of this authorized equipment
purchase list and in identifying unallowable items.


The following list is intended as a guide. If State agencies and local units of
government have questions about eligibility of equipment not specifically
addressed below, the SAA must contact the assigned DHS-ODP
Preparedness Officer for clarification.


Authorized equipment purchases may be made in the following categories:


Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Explosive Device Mitigation and Remediation Equipment

CBRNE Search and Rescue Equipment

Interoperable Communications Equipment

Detection Equipment

Decontamination Equipment

Physical Security Enhancement Equipment

Terrorism Incident Prevention Equipment

CBRNE Logistical Support Equipment

CBRNE Incident Response Vehicles

Medical Supplies and Limited Types of Pharmaceuticals

CBRNE Reference Materials

Agricultural Terrorism Prevention, Response and Mitigation Equipment

CBRNE Response Watercraft

CBRNE Aviation Equipment

Cyber Security Enhancement Equipment

Intervention Equipment

Other Authorized Equipment


Personal Protective Equipment - Equipment worn to protect the individual
from hazardous materials and contamination. Levels of protection vary and
are divided into categories based on the degree of protection afforded. The following constitutes equipment intended for use in a chemical/biological
threat environment:


Level A. Fully encapsulated, liquid and vapor protective ensemble selected
when the highest level of skin, respiratory, and eye protection is required. The
following constitutes Level A equipment for consideration:



Fully Encapsulated Liquid and Vapor Protection Ensemble, reusable or
disposable (tested and certified against CB threats)


Fully Encapsulated Training Suits


Closed-Circuit Rebreather (minimum 2-hour supply, preferred), or open-
circuit Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) or, when appropriate, Air-
Line System with 15-minute minimum escape SCBA


Spare Cylinders/Bottles for rebreathers or SCBA and service/repair kits


Chemical Resistant Gloves, including thermal, as appropriate to hazard


Personal Cooling System; Vest or Full Suit with support equipment needed
for maintaining body core temperature within acceptable limits


Hardhat/helmet


Chemical/Biological Protective Undergarment


Inner Gloves


Approved Chemical Resistant Tape


Chemical Resistant Boots, Steel or Fiberglass Toe and Shank


Chemical Resistant Outer Booties


Level B. Liquid splash resistant ensemble used with highest level of
respiratory protection. The following constitute Level B equipment and should
be considered for use:


Liquid Splash Resistant Chemical Clothing, encapsulated or non-
encapsulated

Liquid Splash Resistant Hood

Closed-Circuit Rebreather (minimum 2-hour supply, preferred), open-circuit
SCBA, or when appropriate, Air-Line System with 15-minute minimum escape
SCBA

Spare Cylinders/Bottles for rebreathers or SCBA and service/repair kits

Chemical Resistant Gloves, including thermal, as appropriate to hazard

Personal Cooling System; Vest or Full Suit with support equipment needed
for maintaining body core temperature within acceptable limits

Hardhat/helmet

Chemical/Biological Protective Undergarment

Inner Gloves

Approved Chemical Resistant Tape

Chemical Resistant Boots, Steel or Fiberglass Toe and Shank

Chemical Resistant Outer Booties

Level C. Liquid splash resistant ensemble, with same level of skin protection
of Level B, used when the concentration(s) and type(s) of airborne
substances(s) are known and the criteria for using air-purifying respirators are
met. The following constitute Level C equipment and should be considered for
use:


Liquid Chemical Splash Resistant Clothing (permeable or non-permeable)

Liquid Chemical Splash Resistant Hood (permeable or non-permeable)

Tight-fitting, Full Facepiece, Negative Pressure Air Purifying Respirator with
the appropriate cartridge(s) or canister(s) and P100 filter(s) for protection
against toxic industrial chemicals, particulates, and military specific agents.

Tight-fitting, Full Facepiece, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) with
chemically resistant hood with appropriate cartridge(s) or canister(s) and
high-efficiency filter(s) for protection against toxic industrial chemicals,
particulates, and military specific agents.

Closed-Circuit Rebreather (minimum 2-hour supply, preferred), open-circuit
SCBA, or when appropriate, Air-Line System with 15-minute minimum escape
SCBA

Spare cylinder/bottles for rebreathers or SCBA

SCBA Service and repair kits

Equipment or system batteries will include those that are rechargeable (e.g.
NiCad) or non-rechargeable with extended shelf life (e.g. Lithium)
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Chemical Resistant Gloves, including thermal, as appropriate to hazard
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Personal Cooling System; Vest or Full Suit with support equipment

Hardhat

Inner Chemical/Biological Resistant Garment

Inner Gloves

Chemical Resistant Tape

Chemical Resistant Boots, Steel or Fiberglass Toe and Shank

Chemical Resistant Outer Booties


Level D. Selected when no respiratory protection and minimal skin protection
is required, and the atmosphere contains no known hazard and work
functions preclude splashes, immersion, or the potential for unexpected
inhalation of, or contact with, hazardous levels of any chemicals.


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Escape mask for self-rescue

Note: During CBRNE response operations, the incident commander
determines the appropriate level of personal protective equipment. As a
guide, Levels A, B, and C are applicable for chemical/ biological/ radiological
contaminated environments. Personnel entering protective postures must
undergo medical monitoring prior to and after entry. All SCBAs must meet
standards established by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and
Health (NIOSH) for occupational use by emergency preparedness and
response personnel when exposed to Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) agents in accordance with Special Tests under NIOSH 42
CFR 84.63(c), procedure number RCT-CBRN-STP-0002, dated December
14, 2001. Grant recipients must purchase: 1) protective ensembles for
chemical and biological terrorism incidents that are certified as compliant with
Class 1, Class 2, or Class 3 requirements of National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) 1994, Protective Ensembles for Chemical/Biological
Terrorism Incidents; 2) protective ensembles for hazardous materials
emergencies that are certified as compliant with NFPA 1991, Standard on
Vapor Protective Ensembles for Hazardous Materials Emergencies, including
the chemical and biological terrorism protection; 3) protective ensembles for
search and rescue or search and recovery operations where there is no
exposure to chemical or biological warfare or terrorism agents and where
exposure to flame and heat is unlikely or nonexistent that are certified as
compliant with NFPA 1951, Standard on Protective Ensemble for USAR
Operations; and, 4) protective clothing from blood and body fluid pathogens
for persons providing treatment to victims after decontamination that are
certified as compliant with NFPA 1999, Standard on Protective Clothing for
Emergency Medical Operations. For more information regarding these
standards, please refer to the following web sites:

The National Fire Protection Association -
http://www.nfpa.org

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
-
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh


Explosive Device Mitigation and Remediation - Equipment providing for
the mitigation and remediation of explosive devices in a CBRNE environment:


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Bomb Search Protective Ensemble for Chemical/Biological Response

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Chemical/Biological Undergarment for Bomb Search Protective Ensemble

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Cooling Garments to manage heat stress

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Ballistic Threat Body Armor (not for riot suppression)

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Ballistic Threat Helmet (not for riot suppression)

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Blast and Ballistic Threat Eye Protection (not for riot suppression)

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Blast and Overpressure Threat Ear Protection (not for riot suppression)

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Fire Resistant Gloves

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Bomb blanket, Bomb Suppression Blanket, explosive devices blanket

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Dearmer/Disrupter

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Real Time X-Ray Unit; Portable X-Ray Unit

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CBRNE Compatible Total Containment Vessel (TCV)

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CBRNE Upgrades for Existing TCV

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Robot; Robot Upgrades

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Fiber Optic Kit (inspection or viewing)

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Tents, standard or air inflatable for chem/bio protection

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