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    This document discusses self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) used when firefighters and others must enter hazardous atmospheres. It notes that SCBA provides a portable air supply through compressed air cylinders and a face mask, with gauges to monitor pressure and alarms for low supply. The document outlines that SCBA equipment should have minimal parts to increase reliability, and mask-mounted regulators should function reliably. It provides details on proper use and monitoring of SCBA to ensure safety when in hazardous environments.

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    Breathing Apparatus, Tank Evacuating, Rescue and Escape Equipment

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    This document discusses self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) used when firefighters and others must enter hazardous atmospheres. It notes that SCBA provides a portable air supply through compressed air cylinders and a face mask, with gauges to monitor pressure and alarms for low supply. The document outlines that SCBA equipment should have minimal parts to increase reliability, and mask-mounted regulators should function reliably. It provides details on proper use and monitoring of SCBA to ensure safety when in hazardous environments.

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    This document discusses self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) used when firefighters and others must enter hazardous atmospheres. It notes that SCBA provides a portable air supply through compressed air cylinders and a face mask, with gauges to monitor pressure and alarms for low supply. The document outlines that SCBA equipment should have minimal parts to increase reliability, and mask-mounted regulators should function reliably. It provides details on proper use and monitoring of SCBA to ensure safety when in hazardous environments.

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    Breathing Apparatus, Tank Evacuating, Rescue and Escape Equipment

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    This document discusses self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) used when firefighters and others must enter hazardous atmospheres. It notes that SCBA provides a portable air supply through compressed air cylinders and a face mask, with gauges to monitor pressure and alarms for low supply. The document outlines that SCBA equipment should have minimal parts to increase reliability, and mask-mounted regulators should function reliably. It provides details on proper use and monitoring of SCBA to ensure safety when in hazardous environments.

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    Self Contained Breathing Apparatus

    Self Contained Breathing Apparatus


    Self Contained
    Breathing Apparatus
    Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
    • Is needed When fighting fires,
    • or when involved in atmospheres immediately dangerous to
    life and health,
    • you need equipment you can count on.
    • Incorporating sleek, simplified components and innovative
    features,
    • provides an unmatched combination of comfort, convenience,
    performance, low cost, and reliability.
    • That's important, because when your life is on the line, you
    need equipment that works like an extension of your own
    body.
    • All the major components such as the first and
    second stage regulators and gauge/alarm assembly,
    should have minimal moving parts.
    • This increases reliability by reducing the possibility
    for malfunction.
    • The mask mounted second stage regulator should
    have piston less valve which delivers reliable, friction
    free performance.
    Breathing apparatus, of the positive pressure type,
    should always be used whenever it is
    1. necessary to make an emergency entry into a space
    which is known to contain toxic vapours or gas or
    2. to be deficient in oxygen, and/or
    3. is known to contain contaminants which cannot be
    effectively dealt with by air purifying equipment.
    4. Entry should only be permitted in exceptional
    circumstances when no other practicable, safe
    alternative exists.
    Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
    • This consists of a portable supply of compressed air contained
    in a cylinder or cylinders attached to a carrying frame and
    harness worn by the user.
    • Air is provided to the user through a face mask which can be
    adjusted to give an airtight fit.
    • A pressure gauge indicates the pressure in the cylinder and an
    audible alarm sounds when the supply is running low.
    • Only positive pressure type sets are recommended for use in
    enclosed spaces as their name implies, maintain a positive
    pressure within the face mask at all times.
    When using the equipment, the following should be
    noted:
    • The pressure gauge must be checked before use.
    • The operation of the audible low pressure alarm
    should be tested before use.
    • The face mask must be checked and adjusted to
    ensure that it is airtight. In this regard, the presence of
    any facial hair may adversely effect the mask’s seal
    • should this be the case, another person should be
    selected to wear the apparatus.
    • The pressure gauge should be monitored frequently
    during use to check on remaining air supply.
    • Ample time should be allowed for getting out of the
    hazardous atmosphere.
    • In any event, the user must leave immediately if the
    low pressure alarm sounds.
    • It should be remembered that the duration of the air
    supply depends on the weight and fitness of the user
    and the extent of his exertion.
    • If the user suspects at any time that the equipment
    may not be operating satisfactorily or be concerned
    that the integrity of the face mask seal may be
    damaged, he should vacate the space immediately.

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