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Decon bags and decontamination equipment for firefighters.

Encapsulation of contaminated equipment. Made in Sweden, registered brands and design.

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Firefighters need to minimize exposure to harmful contaminants

Contact with hazardous substances is minimized by methodical encapsulation.

The DOT System is the original series of fire gear decontamination bags (decon bags) and accessories designed to encapsulate contaminated turnout gear, SCBA, tools, and equipment after a fire. The components are highly durable polyester reinforced polyvinyl chloride and are designed to be re-used for years. They can be easily cleaned in an extractor or washing machine and hung to dry quickly, minimizing environmental impact.

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Firefighter using the DOT System to encapsulate contaminated gear at a fire scene

Why seal contaminated gear after a fire?

Turnout gear and SCBA keep releasing smoke residue and harmful gases long after the fire is out. Loose in the cab, that exposure follows the crew all the way back to the station.

Fast on scene, so the crew can shower soonerAll contaminated gear is quickly encapsulated at the scene. No time-consuming preparation of protective clothing for washing in the field, under difficult conditions. The crew can get to the shower and change faster.
Emptied under controlled conditionsThe bags are opened and the gear decontaminated at the fire station, with the right protection and equipment, instead of at the fire scene. Contaminated gear stays sealed all the way there, so clean zones stay clean.
Stops off-gassing in the cabSealed in a DOT bag, contaminated gear cannot off-gas where the crew sits. This is the core of the clean cab concept.
Re-usable for yearsDurable PVC and TPU materials, washed at 40 °C in an extractor or washing machine, instead of single-use plastic bags.

The European standard for firefighters' protective clothing, EN 469:2020 (Annex B.4), recommends putting contaminated garments in well closed bags to prevent cross contamination of the truck. The US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health gives the same advice: NIOSH, Protecting Firefighters from Contaminated Gear (2026).

How to use the DOT System

  1. Keep empty DOT bags ready in DOT holders mounted in the apparatus.
  2. After the fire, take off contaminated turnout gear and equipment at the scene.
  3. Place it in the right DOT bag and close it: DOT Allround for turnout gear, DOT Equipment or Equipment XL for SCBA and equipment, or a welded DOT Light or DOT Sealed bag.
  4. Transport the sealed bags back to the station in the fire truck.
  5. Open the bags in the decontamination area at the station and send the gear for cleaning.
  6. Wash the empty bag at 40 °C in an extractor or washing machine and hang it to dry, ready for the next call.

See the full routine in the DOT System Instructions video below.

Introducing DOT Light-Large, welded encapsulation bag

DOT Body Wash & Shampoo1:44

DOT M-Protection1:07

DOT Light1:33

DOT System0:51

DOT System Instructions3:54

DOT Sealed1:40

DOT Harness1:27

Our Products

100%
PAH
Third-party verified: 100% resistance to PAH

DOT Sealed and DOT Light are verified by an independent, accredited laboratory to give 100% resistance to PAH (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons), the carcinogenic substances in smoke and soot that contaminate firefighters' gear.

Analysis by GBA Gesellschaft für Bioanalytik mbH, Pinneberg, Germany, accredited by DAkkS (D-PL-14170-01-00). Sampling according to SS-ISO 16200-1 (workplace air quality, pumped sampling); determination following DIN ISO 12884, measured by GC-MS.

Encapsulation Devices

DOT Allround decon bag for contaminated turnout gear

DOT Allround

Decon bag for contaminated protective clothing (turnout gear), with a protective compartment for clean clothes. Specially adapted for fire and rescue vehicles.

  • Article DOT-01
  • Size Ø480 × 90 mm
  • Weight 1.85 kg
  • Material Polyester-reinforced PVC
  • Care Washing machine 40 °C
DOT Equipment SCBA decontamination bag

DOT Equipment

SCBA decontamination bag for SCBA, tools or fire hose. A green or red stripe over the zipper shows clean or contaminated contents.

  • Article DOT-02
  • Size 505 × 850 mm
  • Weight 0.90 kg
  • Material Polyester-reinforced PVC
  • Care Washing machine 40 °C
DOT Equipment XL bag for turnout gear, tools and hose

DOT Equipment XL

For turnout gear, tools or fire hose. Can also keep clean equipment protected. Green or red stripe shows clean or contaminated contents.

  • Article DOT-02-XL
  • Size 700 × 850 mm
  • Weight 1.39 kg
  • Material Polyester-reinforced PVC
  • Care Washing machine 40 °C
DOT Sealed welded TPU encapsulation bag with gas-tight zipper
100% PAH resistance

DOT Sealed

Welded TPU bag with a gas-tight zipper, extra durable for extreme conditions. Separate pocket for belongings, pouch for notes, and green/red markings on the handles for clean or contaminated contents.

  • Article DOT-S-01
  • Size Ø450 × 800 mm
  • Weight 1.6 kg
  • Material TPU-coated nylon
  • Temp. −35 °C to +140 °C
  • Care Machine wash 40 °C
DOT Light fully welded decon bag
100% PAH resistance

DOT Light

Fully welded bag for bunker gear, SCBA and hose. Carry it as a duffel, backpack or over the shoulder. Extra net bag for clean clothes, reflective markings for night use, and red/green markings on the handle.

  • Article DOT-S-02
  • Size 380 × 640 × 420 mm
  • Weight 1.5 kg
  • Material Double-sided TPU-coated polyester
  • Care Extractor 40 °C, hang dry

Accessories

DOT Allround holder for mounting in fire apparatus

DOT Allround Holder

Custom holder that keeps DOT Allround bags readily available and safe in the apparatus.

  • Article DOT-03
  • Size 430 mm × Ø70 mm
  • Weight 0.20 kg
  • Material Nylon
DOT EQ holder for five DOT Equipment bags

DOT EQ Holder

Holder for five DOT Equipment bags. Installs in the truck, on shelves or on walls.

  • Article DOT-04
  • Size 490 × 530 mm
  • Weight 0.70 kg
  • Material Polyester-reinforced PVC
DOT Harness that turns DOT bags into backpacks

DOT Harness

Turns DOT bags into backpacks. Comfortable and adjustable, ideal for wildfire. Made to be re-used for years.

  • Article DOT-06-H
  • Size 600 × 350 mm
  • Weight 0.9 kg
  • Material Nylon
  • Care Extractor or washer

Decon

DOT Charcoal Body Wash and Shampoo, 250 ml and 500 ml

DOT Charcoal Body Wash & Shampoo

Skin and hair cleanser with a high concentration of activated charcoal. Effective against soot, oil and dirt particles, and removes smoky stench after fire.

  • Article DOT-BW
  • Volume 250 ml / 500 ml
  • Produced At certified facility
  • Shipping Europe only

Other

DOT M-Protection bag for SCBA masks

DOT M-Protection

Universal bag for SCBA masks with quick release for easy donning. Installs in the truck, on shelves or walls, and protects the mask against dirt and scratches during transport, post-fire decontamination and handling.

  • Article DOT-M-01
  • Size 320 × 340 mm
  • Weight 0.2 kg
  • Material Nylon
DOT inflatable tent for changing out of contaminated clothing

DOT Tent

Inflatable tent with four removable sides, two with zippered openings. Gives a discreet area to change out of contaminated clothing, and inflates in under 2 minutes with a portable pump (sold separately).

  • Article DOT-TENT
  • Size 3 × 3 m
  • Material 500D Oxford roof and walls, TPU inner bag
Healthy Firefighters

Designed to prevent illnesses and improve health

All of the DOT System products are designed to prevent occupational illnesses and improve the health of firefighters globally. We are proud to be officially approved by Healthy Firefighters.

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Questions about the DOT System, ordering or resellers? Drop us a mail and we will get back to you.

info@dotsystem.com