Niosh Cbrn Approval Information; Niosh Cautions And Limitations Of Use For Cbrn (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear); Scba; Nfpa Approval Information - MSA G1 SCBA Operating Manual

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NIOSH CBRN Approval Information

WARNING!
Do NOT use the SCBA without the correct training and a complete understanding of its limitations.
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Misuse can prevent the SCBA from supplying the necessary protection.
The SCBA is approved by NIOSH for respiratory protection against atmospheres containing chem-
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ical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) warfare agents. However, the SCBA cannot
protect against all possible warfare agents.
Use the SCBA with the applicable personal protective equipment and clothing necessary to supply
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protection against dermal hazards.
Exposure to some CBRN agents may not show immediate effects, but can result in delayed impair-
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ment, illness, or death.
CBRN agents may NOT be identified by smell or sight. Don the respirator before going into an area
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that may contain a CBRN agent. Obey the procedures set by the applicable authorities.
Do NOT use the SCBA after initial exposure to chemical warfare agents to prevent the possibility
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of agent permeation.
Failure to obey these warnings, in addition to all instructions and protective measures for CBRN
agents, can result in serious personal injury or death.
This SCBA has been designated by NIOSH as CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear)
agent approved. This SCBA complies with the special tests under NIOSH 42 CFR 84.63(c); Chemical
Agent Permeation and Penetration Resistance against Distilled Sulfur Mustard (HD) and Sarin (GB)
and the Laboratory Respirator Protection Level (LRPL) tests.

1.2.1 NIOSH Cautions and Limitations of Use for CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear)

SCBA

Q– Use in conjunction with personal protective ensembles that provide appropriate levels of
protection against dermal hazard.
R– Some CBRN agents may not present immediate effects from exposure, but, can result in
delayed impairment or death.
T– Direct contact with CBRN agents requires proper handling of the respirator after each use and
between multiple entries during the same use. Decontamination and disposal procedures
must be followed. If contaminated with liquid chemical warfare agents, dispose of the respi-
rator after decontamination.
U– The respirator should not be used beyond 6 hours after initial exposure to chemical warfare
agents to avoid the possibility of agent permeation.
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NFPA Approval Information

The MSA G1 SCBA meets the requirements of NFPA 1981-2018, Standard on Open-Circuit Self-
Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) for Emergency Services, when configured in accordance with
the NFPA approval. When the SCBA is equipped with power and control modules, the SCBA meets
the requirements of NFPA 1982-2018, Standard on Personal Alert Safety Systems (PASS), when
configured in accordance with the NFPA approval. The MSA G1 SCBA must be used in accordance
with NFPA 1500-2018, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program, to
maintain the requirements of NFPA 1981.
G1 SCBA 2018 Edition
Safety Regulations
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