Swisher ESP Safety Shelter – 9-Person Residential CapacityProduct Description

The Swisher ESP Safety Shelter has successfully passed rigorous testing at the National Wind Institute at Texas Tech University. It endured nine impacts from 15 lb 2x4s traveling at 100 mph, simulating the destructive power of an EF5 tornado with winds up to 250 mph. The shelter meets or exceeds the standards set by the National Storm Shelter Association (NSSA), FEMA 320, and ICC-500.

Specifically designed for above-ground use, Swisher ESP Safety Shelters offer superior multi-purpose protection against extreme weather and human threats, ensuring safety for you and your loved ones. These shelters are fully compliant with NSSA standards and, when installed following the provided guidelines, meet or exceed FEMA P320/P361 and ICC-500 code requirements. A comprehensive step-by-step installation checklist is included with each shelter.

Engineered by Registered Structural Engineers and subject to a thorough third-party review process, Swisher ESP Safety Shelters are made in the USA to withstand even the most severe tornadoes. They also provide a critical “safe zone” in the event of a home invasion, buying valuable time until emergency responders arrive.

FEMA P-320 Statement:“Having a safe room in your home or small business can provide near-absolute protection for you and your family or employees, shielding them from injury or death caused by the extreme forces of high winds.”

FEMA P-361 – Near Absolute Protection Defined:Safe rooms built according to the latest FEMA P-361 standards offer occupants a very high probability of protection from injury or death during extreme weather events, such as tornadoes or hurricanes.

Product Specifications

Swisher ESP Safety Shelter- 9 Person Residential Capacity Product Specifications

Product Return Policy

Swisher Product Return Policy

• Returns must be made within 30 days of receiving the product.
• Items must be returned in original, unopened packaging and be undamaged.
• A 25% restocking fee will apply to all returned items.
• Before returning a product, customers must contact SAI Customer Service at 1-800-222-8183 to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
• The RMA number must be clearly visible on the outside of the return package.
• Customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
• Refunds will be credited to the original payment method once the returned items are processed. Please allow 5-7 business days for the refund to be reflected on your credit card statement.
• SAI reserves the right to make the final decision on whether a return will be accepted. Returns may be denied if not deemed necessary or in compliance with the return policy.
• If you have any questions or need assistance with the return process, please contact an SAI representative, who will be happy to help.

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Swisher ESP Safety Shelter – Wheelchair Accessible – 20-Person Residential / 12-Person Business Capacity

Product Description

The above-ground Swisher ESP Safety Shelter has been rigorously tested at the National Wind Institute at Texas Tech University. It successfully withstood nine impacts from 15 lb 2x4s traveling at 100 mph, simulating the force of an EF5 tornado with winds reaching 250 mph. The shelter meets or exceeds the requirements outlined by the National Storm Shelter Association (NSSA), FEMA 320, and ICC-500 standards.

Designed to provide the ultimate in multi-purpose protection and security, the Swisher ESP Safety Shelter is engineered to safeguard against both extreme weather and man-made threats. This shelter is not waterproof and is intended for above-ground installation only.

Each ESP Safety Shelter is fully compliant with NSSA standards and will meet or exceed FEMA P320/P361 and ICC-500 code requirements when installation is completed according to the provided guidelines. A step-by-step installation checklist is included with each unit.

Built in the USA, these shelters are designed by Registered Structural Engineers and undergo a rigorous Third-Party Review process to ensure reliability and safety. The shelter is designed to endure the most extreme tornado conditions and offers a "safe zone" for protection during home invasions, providing critical minutes for emergency responders to arrive.

FEMA P-320 Statement:“Having a safe room in your home or business provides near-absolute protection against injury or death caused by extreme wind forces, offering you and your loved ones a higher chance of survival during catastrophic storms.”

FEMA P-361 - Near Absolute Protection Defined:A safe room built according to the most recent FEMA P-361 guidelines offers near-absolute protection. This means that individuals inside the room will have a very high likelihood of being protected from injury or death during extreme weather events, such as tornadoes or hurricanes.

Product Specifications

Swisher ESP Safety Shelter- Wheelchair accessible - 20 Person Private / 12 Person Business Product Specifications

Product Return Policy

Swisher Product Return Policy

• Items must be returned within 30 days of receipt.
• All returned items must be in their original packaging, unused, and undamaged.
• A 25% restocking fee will be charged on all returned products.
• To initiate a return, customers must contact SAI Customer Service at 1-800-222-8183 to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
• The RMA number must be clearly written on the outside of the return package.
• Customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
• Once the returned items are processed, refunds will be issued to the original payment method. Please allow 5-7 business days for the refund to appear on your credit card statement.
• SAI reserves the right to determine whether a return is accepted or declined, based on the condition of the product and return eligibility.
• If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact an SAI representative, who will be happy to assist you.

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