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Blackline G8 Gas Detector

WEARABLE MAN-DOWN DEVICE & GAS DETECTOR

G8 portable gas detector is the most connected safety wearable ever made, helping teams stay safer and get more done in one scalable platform.

When hazardous gases are present,there’sno room for uncertainty. G8 delivers advanced gas detection in a rugged, intrinsically safe device designed to perform in the most demanding environments.

With swappable cartridges and coverage for virtually any gas your team may encounter, G8 provides reliable protection without slowing work down.

And it does so much more than detectgases. G8 combines real-time alerts, built-in radio communication, and direct-to-cloud data to keep workers safe while improving visibility, response, and productivity across every site.

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SOS
Alert

Check-in

Fall Detection
Alerting

No Motion
Detection

Two-Way Voice
Calling

ZoneAware Geofencing

ZoneAware™
Geofencing

Cloud-Based
Portal

24/7 Emergency
Monitoring

OVERVIEW

Always know where your people are, what they’re facing, and when something changes—so you can respond quickly, confidently, and with the right information.

HIGHLIGHTS
  • Detect up to 5 gases simultaneously from 20+ sensors, with optional pump to easily switch between pre-entry and continuous monitoring.
  • Advanced 4G LTE cellular connectivity with auto-switching between major carriers for the best coverage.
  • Swappable cartridges to adapt to any situation (lone worker, single-gas, multi-gas, or multi-gas pump).
  • Sensor readings to monitor the latest gas data, spot elevated readings sooner and act faster.
  • Configurable alert thresholds to align with site policies, regulatory requirements, and job-specific risk profiles.
  • Field-optimised, industrial design with a bright display and quick-access flashlight for demanding work environments.
SPECS
Standard G8 Safety Alert Features

All safety alerts are transmitted immediately to the Safety Network.

The default location schedule on G8 is every five minutes.

Location and sensor readings are recorded every 10 seconds if either of the following is true:

  • “10-second locations and gas data” is enabled
  • Any sensor is reading above the extended blanking range
Additional Safety Features Available

All gas alerts are transmitted immediately to the Safety Network

  • Send and receive voice communications with other G8 devices
  • Remote Mic – Two-way microphone accessory
Size & Weight
  • G8 with Standard Cartridge
    Size: 122 mm x 65 mm x 42 mm (4.8” x 2.56” x 1.65”) Weight: 207 g (7.30 oz)
  • G8 with Single-gas Cartridge
    Size: 127 mm x 65 mm x 42 mm (5.0” x 2.56” x 1.65”) Weight: 212 g (7.48 oz)
  • G8 with Multi-gas Diffusion Cartridge
    Size: 149 mm x 66 mm x 42 mm (5.87” x 2.6” x 1.65”) Weight: 247 g (8.71 oz)
  • G8 with Multi-gas Pumped Cartridge
    Size: 149 mm x 66 mm x 42 mm (5.87” x 2.6” x 1.65”) Weight: 265 g (9.35 oz)
Single-gas and Quad-gas Sensor Options
  • AMMONIA (NH3)
  • CARBON DIOXIDE (COz)
  • CARBON MONOXIDE (CO)
  • CHLORINE (Clz)’
  • CHLORINE DIOXIDE (ClOz)’
  • COSH (CO & H2S)
  • HIGH-RANGE AMMONIA (NHs)
  • HIGH-RANGE CARBON MONOXIDE (CO)
  • HIGH-RANGE HYDROGEN SULFIDE (H2S)
  • HYDROGEN (H2) (OUTSIDE NORTH AMERICA)
  • HYDROGEN CYANIDE (HCN)
  • HYDROGEN FLUORIDE (HF)’
  • HYDROGEN RESISTANT CARBON MONOXIDE (CO-H)
  • HYDROGEN SULFIDE (HS)
  • LEL – INFRARED (LEL-IR)
  • LEL- MOLECULAR PROPERTY SPECTROMETER (LEL-MPS)3
  • NITROGEN DIOXIDE (NOz)
  • OXYGEN (02)
  • OZONE (03)’
  • PHOTOIONIZATION (PID)
  • SULFUR DIOXIDE (SO2)
User Interface
  • DISPLAY
    2.13”, 240 x 320 pixel graphical, high contrast, 64-bit colour liquid crystal display with front lighting
  • BUTTONS
    Menu system: Driven by three-button keypad and side up/down keys
    Push-to-Talk (PTT): For two-way radio communication
    Flashlight: For fast flashlight access
User Notification
  • Green SureSafe® light: Blinking (powered), continuous (connected)
  • Yellow top and front lights: Personal pending alarm and personal warning alarm
  • Red top and front lights: Remote alert communicated
  • Blue LiveResponse™ top and front lights: Monitoring team confirmation that alert has been acknowledged Personal alarm Indicators: speaker, LEDs and vibration motor
  • Speaker sound pressure level: ~90 dB @ 10 cm (~90 dB @3.94”)
  • Voice calling: Speakerphone and phone modes (G7c model only)
Accessories
  • Blackline Safety Location Beacons
  • Remote Mic
  • G8 Dock
  • Gas Sensors
Live Web Application Cloud-hosted safety monitoring web application is highly customisable for every customer requirement. Includes live map, employee address book, user roles, alert management, device configurations, alert setups and reporting.
ACCCESSORIES
  • Blackline Safety Location Beacons
  • Remote Mic
  • G8 Dock
  • Gas Sensors
VIDEO
24/7 MONITORING

At the heart of lone worker safety, the Monitoring Support Centre serves as a critical hub, providing indispensable 24/7 support to enhance security and responsiveness in the face of potential risks.

Direct Safety has meticulously crafted emergency response protocols tailored for industries with lone workers, ensuring the safety and well-being of individuals operating in isolated environments where potential threats or emergencies can arise at any time, day or night.

Leveraging cutting-edge technology and real-time monitoring solutions to fortify the safety net for lone workers. The company’s expertly trained monitoring staff ensures that all alerts are promptly and efficiently responded to, relieving the burden on your internal resources. This process includes swift escalation to local emergency services, facilitated by the sharing of vital information such as real-time location data, alert details, and any additional insights obtained through the two-way communication capabilities inherent in our devices and portal.

The management of alerts occurs seamlessly through Direct Safety’s cloud-hosted web portal, adhering to the highest industry standards with an impressive track record of over 99.5% uptime. This ensures continuous online access 24/7 from any location worldwide. In essence, Direct Safety’s comprehensive approach integrates advanced technology, expert monitoring, and efficient emergency response, providing lone workers with a robust safety framework that is both proactive and reliable.

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