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FIRE SAFETY
cation between the SCBA and a base station software connected to an antenna
■ Integrated thermal imaging for hands-free search & rescue operations for confined space rescue
■ Integrated firefighter self-rescue systems (bail-out)
■ Communication accessories for voice amplification and wireless radio interface
SCBA certified to the NFPA 1986 standard are recent additions and can offer a more streamlined version of the NFPA 1981 stan- dard SCBA above. They will incorporate the firefighting resistance of an SCBA certified to the NFPA 1981 standard as well as the re- sistance to CBRN contaminants.
Whatever your site risk analysis reveals, and whichever model is chosen, it is essential to follow the manufacturer’s recommen- dation for use and ongoing maintenance and service. The NFPA 1852 (Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Open- Circuit Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) requires that SCBA be functionally tested on a breathing machine annually. For SCBA only approved to the NIOSH standard, the requirement is to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. Most manufacturers will require a functional test frequency on a breathing machine of no more than two years.
It is also vitally important that you ensure your internal ser- vice department or contracted service provider use only original approved parts from the manufacturer. The use of non-approved parts for repair or the use of after-market, non-branded4 and
some refurbished cylinders will void all certifications the SCBA holds and potentially expose the user to harm and the owner to undue liability.
SCBA offers a high level of protection from a variety of respi- ratory hazards. Once the need for your workers to wear SCBA is established, it is suggested that further risk analysis be completed to determine the specific model that will best suit your working environment as well as your available budget. Make sure you invest in SCBA from a manufacturer who can help you select the right PPE for your industrial needs and who has a trusted reputation for developing quality, certified products.
Derek Roy works for the 3M Personal Safety Division as Global Application Engineering Manager, SCBA & Fire Solutions.
REFERENCES
1. “Fires in Industrial and Manufacturing Properties, National Fire Protection Association, 2018”
2. https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/safety-centers-of-expertise-us/ respiratory-protection/fit-testing/
3. Rapid Intervention Connection/Universal Air Connection – Universal high-pressure airline fitting used in conjunction with external air sources to supply emergency air replenishment to a SCBA cylinder
4. https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npptl/usernotices/notices/notice02272014.html
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