PHOS-CHEK® First Response is a budget-conscious Class A foam concentrate designed to enhance the effectiveness of water in firefighting. This innovative product creates a foam blanket that surrounds fuels with a thick layer of water, forming a barrier between the fuel and the fire. This results in faster knockdown times than water alone, reducing water usage and minimizing water damage.
Features
- Enhanced Firefighting Efficiency: Significantly reduces water’s surface tension, allowing it to penetrate and extinguish fires more effectively.
- Non-Hazardous: Contains no hazardous materials, is non-corrosive, non-toxic, and readily biodegradable.
- No PFAS Chemicals: Free from PFOS, PFOA, and other fluorinated surfactants.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for freshwater, seawater, and long-term retardant use. Compatible with Compressed Air Foam Systems (CAFS).
- Meets NFPA 1150 Standards: Fully tested and qualified for use by the USDA Forest Service under Specification 5100-307a.
- Qualified for All Delivery Systems: Suitable for all delivery systems, including Canadair and other water-scooping aircraft and fixed-tank helicopters.
Use Rates
- Wetting Agent: 0.2%
- Direct Attack: 0.6% to 1.0%
- Mop Up/Overhaul: 0.2% to 0.6%
Applications
- Indirect Attack
- Direct/Parallel Attack
- Interior Structure Attack
- Structure Protection (Indirect and Direct Application)
- Mop Up
- Prescribed Burn Control
Handling Precautions
- Eye Protection: Goggles are recommended when handling concentrate.
- Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves are recommended. Wash exposed skin promptly.
- Ventilation: Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing mist.
Environmental Information
PHOS-CHEK® First Response is environmentally friendly, minimizing ecological impact while maximizing firefighting efficiency.
Please consult a Darley representative for bulk orders or 260 Gal Tote or 55 Gal Drums.