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When should the SCBA be inspected?
When should the SCBA be inspected?
What is the initial step if damage to SCBA equipment is found during inspection?
What is the initial step if damage to SCBA equipment is found during inspection?
What is the required pressure that must be maintained in the SCBA cylinder?
What is the required pressure that must be maintained in the SCBA cylinder?
What should be done if the cylinder's pressure is below 90% or 4000 psi?
What should be done if the cylinder's pressure is below 90% or 4000 psi?
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What action is required if any damage is noted on the SCBA cylinder?
What action is required if any damage is noted on the SCBA cylinder?
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What is the maximum allowable carbon monoxide level before self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) may be removed?
What is the maximum allowable carbon monoxide level before self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) may be removed?
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How often must air produced by the Department compressor be tested?
How often must air produced by the Department compressor be tested?
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Who is responsible for the management of SCBA equipment?
Who is responsible for the management of SCBA equipment?
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When must members complete their annual SCBA fit test?
When must members complete their annual SCBA fit test?
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Where should spare SCBA units be stored?
Where should spare SCBA units be stored?
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What must be done with personal issue SCBA equipment daily?
What must be done with personal issue SCBA equipment daily?
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Which facepiece is mentioned as part of the SCBA equipment?
Which facepiece is mentioned as part of the SCBA equipment?
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What type of air quality must the air produced meet according to NFPA and ANSI standards?
What type of air quality must the air produced meet according to NFPA and ANSI standards?
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What is the model of the self-contained breathing apparatus purchased by the department in 2016?
What is the model of the self-contained breathing apparatus purchased by the department in 2016?
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What is the duration of the carbon fiber cylinder in the Scott X-3 SCBA?
What is the duration of the carbon fiber cylinder in the Scott X-3 SCBA?
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Which of the following features is NOT part of the Scott X-3 SCBA?
Which of the following features is NOT part of the Scott X-3 SCBA?
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Under what conditions must personnel utilize the SCBA?
Under what conditions must personnel utilize the SCBA?
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Which standards do the Scott X-3 comply with?
Which standards do the Scott X-3 comply with?
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What is the purpose of the daily inspection procedure outlined in the SOP?
What is the purpose of the daily inspection procedure outlined in the SOP?
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Which of the following forms is required for SCBA inspection?
Which of the following forms is required for SCBA inspection?
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What does the abbreviation PASS stand for in the context of the Scott X-3 SCBA?
What does the abbreviation PASS stand for in the context of the Scott X-3 SCBA?
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Study Notes
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Standard Operating Procedure
- Purpose: To outline the use, maintenance, fit testing, and daily inspection procedures for Scott SCBA's.
- Compliance: SCBA's compliant with NFPA 1981 and 1982 standards. Specifically 2013 standards and model X-3's.
- SCBA Features: Positive-pressure, 45-minute carbon fiber cylinder, Heads-up Display (HUD), integrated personal alert safety system (PASS), mask-mounted regulator, and emergency breathing support system (EBSS).
- Use in Hazardous Conditions: SCBA required in immediate danger to life or health (IDLH) atmospheres or oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
- Air Quality Testing: Compressors' air quality tested four times per year, following NFPA 1989 standards. Air must meet NFPA and ANSI standards for Air Type 1-Grade D.
- Carbon Monoxide Limits: Carbon monoxide levels must be below 10 ppm before exiting the hazardous environment.
- Documentation: Daily inspections logged in PSTrax.
- Inspection Schedule: (1) Immediately upon beginning shifts/days; (2) After each use; and (3) After cleaning and sanitizing.
- Equipment Included: Includes Scott AV3000HT facepiece, Scott regulator, and Epic 3 Voice Amp, when applicable.
- Damages: Report malfunctioning equipment, missing equipment, or damages to the appropriate Lieutenant and use the Damaged/Missing Equipment Form (CFR-003).
- SCBA Procedures: Personnel responsible for SCBA management include donning, doffing, emergency procedures, daily checks, cleaning, marking, maintenance and fit testing.
- Equipment storage: Spare SCBA's stored at the Logistics Bureau, requiring signature for personnel borrowing.
- Fit Testing: Annual qualitative or quantitative fit test required for all personnel expected to use SCBA. These tests are to be done in January or February each year.
- SCBA Training Requirements: Annual SCBA training program administered by the Training Bureau.
- Cylinder Inspections: Cylinder hydrostatic test date should be within 5 years plus regular pressure checks and condition inspections. Low pressure or structural damage requires cylinder removal from service.
- SCBA Maintenance: Proper maintenance, cleaning, and repair by a certified SCBA technician.
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Test your knowledge on the Standard Operating Procedures for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) including usage, maintenance, and fit testing. This quiz also covers compliance with NFPA standards and air quality testing requirements. Prepare yourself for safety in hazardous conditions!