Fire Tiger Fire Suppression Systems

Just a note...the fire system I designed a couple of years ago is now known as the "Fire Tiger Fire Suppression System."  Several systems have been sold...$3495.00...comes ready to go, including 5 gals of FireAide 2000.  Please view our videos on our Facebook page and on YouTube.

Keith

2011 Rules

What are you doing to promote safety through your track or sanctioning bodies rules?  It is that time of year.  Do you require use of head/neck restraints for all classes?  Do all your classes use window nets?  How about helmets...have you updated your rules to account for the new Snell standards?

Racing safety is not for wimps...step up, talk with your promoter or sanctioning body and make the arguement for these subjects, and so many more.  If you don't, who will?

New fire safety coverage

Not too long ago, I visited a oval track that had a unique, or at least infrequently occurring, I hope, method for providing fire protection at their track.  While there were a couple of 20# ABC fire extinguishers distributed among a couple of cleanup trucks manned by personnel wearing shorts...their primary objective in case of fire was to call 911.

If this situation were not so sad, it would be totally laughable.  If you are a driver, how can you strap in with any degree of confidence when the drivers are the only folks in sight wearing protective clothing and appliances to protect you are few and far between...not to mention only marginally effective?

Funny thing about this situation is, they did have insurance for the event.  How in the world can an insurance company consider that "plan" to be "fire protection", which I understand all racing insurance carriers do require?  Beats the heck out of me!

Fire suppression system

I am proud to announce that I am marketing a fire suppression system for use in both motorsports and traditional firefighting use.  This product is the result of many years of analysis, discussion, evaluation, and even a little dreaming.

The unit is 48"x40"...is water-based...50 gallon capacity...powered by a 12 volt system...50' of 1" hose on a reel...simple and reliable operation.  Fire Ade 2000 is the preferred water enhancement solution for the system.

I appreciate the ARCA Truck Series stepping up and purchasing our first unit.  Not only is it a huge benefit to have the system at every event we hold, but I appreciate them show the confidence in me and my brother Mike Wyss who made my design work well in real life.

For further information, please contact Keith Wyss at 260-437-8070.  I anticipate having photos, videos, and more info available soon.

I will try to not use this forum often for commercial purposes...I am very excited about the potential for this system.   BTW, it fits magnificently in the bed of many utility vehicles...pickup trucks are a given!

What an education!

I had the opportunity recently to watch Trevor Ashline of Safety Solutions do post-crash evaluations of how the safety equipment performed in 2 really hard crashes that resulted in minor injuries to the drivers.  If you ever get this opportunity,  stand back and learn.

The proper mounting of seat belts has always been important in my agenda for safety...it has now taken on added value given what I learned from Trevor's explanations.

Having a seat that is properly constructed, padded, and installed can save lives...PERIOD.  Such a critical item in today's safely constructed car.

Seat belts assembled with polyester webbing performs better and is more predictably consistent than nylon...moistue negatively affects nylon, as does sunlight...darned little difference in price.

Check out Safety Solutions website   http://www.safetysolutionsracing.com/. 

Rule writing from safety perspective

Why do rule-writers for sanctioning bodies continue to use tough sounding but hard to enforce language?  Words like "strongly suggest"  and "strongly recommended" are no longer appropriate.  Everyone is concerned about being sued...heck, in our litigious society, being sued is way too common...and having said that, which side would you rather defend, rule language that is clear and more aggressive or language that is vague and less aggressive?  I think you know where I am going.  Even NASCAR, historically not the pinnacle of tough safety-related language, has adopted clear and aggressive language. 

Support your promoter, track, or sanctioning body when they adopt improved safety-related rule language.  There is a long list of things we should not have to be told to do as racers...utlilizing modern, SFI certified safety equipment is one of them!

Fire systems...pull the pin!

I came across a piece of disturbing information today...one of those things that you know needs to be said and no one wants to say it...I am willing to take on the task!

BEFORE YOU GO ON THE TRACK TO PRACTICE, QUALIFY, OR RACE, YOU MUST BE SURE YOUR FIRE SYSTEM IS READY TO GO...PULL THE PIN TO MAKE SURE IT IS READY FOR USE!

Late this summer, a SCCA competitor died as a result of inhalation burns...his car was on fire when he tried to drive to the pit road that was a long way away...it did not work out well...the investigation into the incident found the safety pin had not been removed to "arm" the system.

TWO POINTS NEED TO BE MADE:
     1.  If you think your car is on fire, get it stopped and get out NOW!  It is not worth the risk!

     2.  Pull the pin to arm your fire system EVERY TIME you fasten your belts...make it a habit.

This tragedy needs to never be repeated.