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PPE CASE

Personal Protective Equipment Conformity Assessment Studies and Evaluations

Evaluation of a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Potential 

Contribution to a Fatal Event in the Fire Service

Valley Springs, South Dakota Fire Department 

Request for Dräger ND2 PSS100 Unit

As part of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and 

Health (NIOSH) Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and 

Prevention Program, the National Personal Protective 

Technology Laboratory (NPPTL) agreed to examine and

evaluate a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) identified 

as a Dräger ND2 PSS100 30 minute, 2216 psi unit.

This SCBA status investigation was assigned NIOSH Task 

Number 20855. The Valley Springs Fire Department and the 

NIOSH Division of Safety Research (DSR) were advised that 

NPPTL would provide a written report of the inspection and any

applicable test results.

The SCBA unit was sealed as delivered to DSR at the NIOSH 

facility in Morgantown, WV on April 29, 2016. The unit was transported to Lab H1513, for secured 

storage. The SCBA unit was removed from secured storage for inspection on July 5, 2016 and was 

placed back into secured storage until the day of performance testing on July 7, 2016. 

 

NIOSH evaluated an SCBA 

used by a fire fighter 

involved in a fatal event. 

The SCBA was not found to 

contribute to the fatality.

A qualified service 

technician must inspect, 

repair, test, clean, and 

replace damaged 

components of any SCBA 

involved in an incident 

before it may be returned to 

service.
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 Disclaimer

The purpose of Respirator Status Investigations is to determine the conformance

of each respirator to the NIOSH approval requirements found in Title 42, Code

of Federal Regulations, Part 84. A number of performance tests are selected

from the complete list of Part 84 requirements and each respirator is tested in

its “as received” condition to determine its conformance to those

performance requirements. Each respirator is also inspected to determine its

conformance to the quality assurance documentation on file at NIOSH.

In order to gain additional information about its overall performance, each

respirator may also be subjected to other recognized test parameters, such

as National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) consensus standards. While the

test results give an indication of the respirator’s conformance to the NFPA

approval requirements, NIOSH does not actively correlate the test results from

its NFPA test equipment with those of certification organizations which list

NFPA-compliant products. Thus, the NFPA test results are provided for

information purposes only.

Selected tests are conducted only after it has been determined that each

respirator is in a condition that is safe to be pressurized, handled, and

tested. Respirators whose condition has deteriorated to the point where the

health and safety of NIOSH personnel and/or property is at risk will not be

tested.
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NIOSH Task Number 20855

Investigator Information

The SCBA performance tests were conducted by Jeremy Gouzd, Karis Kline, Angie Andrews, and Jay

Tarley of the Morgantown Testing Team (MTT), Evaluation and Testing Branch, National Personal 

Protective Technology Laboratory, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, located in

Morgantown, West Virginia.

SCBA Inspection

The unit was removed from its packaging in Lab H1513 and inspected on July 5, 2016 by Jay

Tarley, Karis Kline, Angie Andrews, and Jeremy Gouzd of the MTT at NPPTL. The unit was identified

as a Dräger ND2 PSS100 30 minute, 2216 psi unit with NIOSH Approval Number TC-13F-512CBRN 

and as the unit submitted by the NIOSH Division of Safety Research for the Valley Springs Fire 

Department. The SCBA unit was visually examined, component by component, in the condition

received to determine the conformance of the unit to the NIOSH-approved configuration. The 

visual inspection process was documented by photographs. Once the inspection was completed

the SCBA unit was repackaged and placed back in the secured storage.

The complete SCBA inspection is summarized in Appendix I. Photos of the SCBA components are 

included in Appendix III.

SCBA Testing

The purpose of the testing was to determine conformance of the SCBA to the approval

performance requirements of Title 42, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 84 (42 CFR 84). Further

testing was conducted to provide an indication of the conformance to the National Fire Protection

Association (NFPA) Air Flow Performance requirements of NFPA 1981, Standard on Open-Circuit

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for the Fire Service, 1997 Edition.

NIOSH SCBA Certification Tests (in accordance with the performance requirements of 42 

CFR Part 84):

1. Positive Pressure Test [§ 84.70(a)(2)(ii)]

2. Rated Service Time Test (duration) [§ 84.95]

3. Static Pressure Test [§ 84.91(d)]

4. Gas Flow Test [§ 84.93]

5. Exhalation Resistance Test [§ 84.91(c)]

6. Remaining Service Life Indicator Test (low air alarm) [§ 84.83(f)]
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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Tests (in accordance with NFPA 1981, 1997

Edition):

7. Airflow Performance Test [Chapter 5, 5.1.1]

Appendix II contains the complete NIOSH test report for the SCBA. Tables ONE and TWO

summarize the NIOSH and NFPA test results.

Summary and Conclusions

The SCBA unit was submitted to NIOSH NPPTL by the Valley Springs Fire Department for evaluation. 

The SCBA unit was delivered to NIOSH on April 29, 2016 and extensively inspected on July 5, 2016.

The unit was identified as a Dräger ND2 PSS100 30 minute, 2216 psi unit with NIOSH Approval

Number TC-13F-512CBRN. The unit worn by the victim was provided with its corresponding cylinder 

and facepiece which were used for all testing. The unit suffered some heat damage and was in 

overall poor condition. Burns were found on all of the straps, the pressure reducer, and the console. 

The hose leading to the PASS was burned through the rubber casing, exposing the inner liner. The 

facepiece lens was burned and melted. 

In light of the information obtained during this investigation, NIOSH has proposed no further action

on its part at this time. The SCBA unit was returned to secured storage pending return to the 

Valley Springs Fire Department. 

If the unit is to be placed back in service, the SCBA must be repaired, tested, cleaned and any

damaged components replaced and inspected by a qualified service technician, including testing

and other maintenance activities as prescribed by the schedule from the SCBA manufacturer. A flow

test is required on an annual basis, at a minimum.

Actions to be taken by the Fire Departments with SCBAs Involved 

in an Incident

 Any SCBA unit involved in an incident should not be placed back in service until the SCBA has 

been repaired, tested, cleaned, and any damaged components replaced and inspected by a

qualified service technician, including such testing and other maintenance activities as

prescribed by the schedule from the SCBA manufacturer. 

 For all SCBA units, even those not involved in an incident, must undergo a flow test on at

least an annual basis.
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Actions the PPE Users, Selectors, and Purchasers May Take to 

Further Protect Themselves and Others from Hazards

 Sign up for NPPTL’s Listserv at http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npptl/ to receive email notifications 

relevant to PPE.

For more information related to personal protective equipment, visit the NIOSH NPPTL website

www.cdc.gov/niosh/npptl

To receive documents or other information about occupational safety and health topics, contact NIOSH:

Telephone: 1–800–CDC–INFO (1–800–232–4636)

TTY: 1–888–232–6348

CDC INFO: www.cdc.gov/info

Or visit the NIOSH website at www.cdc.gov/niosh

For a monthly update on news at NIOSH, subscribe to NIOSH eNews by visiting www.cdc.gov/niosh/eNews
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Appendix I

SCBA Inspection Report
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National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory, Evaluation and Testing Branch

Respirator Field Problem

Incoming Inspection Report Summary

Task Number: TN-20855 Requestor: Valley Springs Fire Department

Date Received: April 29, 2016 

Date Inspected: July 5, 2016 Description: Fatality 

 Manufacturer: Dräger Inspected by: Jay Tarley, Jeremy Gouzd, Karis 

Kline

Approval Number: TC-3ALM 153 Luxfer SCBA Type: Open-Circuit, Pressure-Demand

The SCBA was received in a cardboard box (refer to Figures 1-4 in Appendix III). 

Contact Agency: Valley Springs Fire Department

As received: (refer to Figures 5-6 in Appendix III)

 An empty cylinder was included with the valve slightly open.

 Bypass was open.

 Facepiece was included in same bag as unit.

 Mask mounted regulator (MMR) was locked into facepiece, but unattached from the 

unit at Quick Disconnect.

Components and Observations 

NOTE: All references to “right” or “left” are from the user’s perspective.

1. Facepiece: (refer to Figures 7-11 in Appendix III)

Facepiece rim assembly marking: Dräger Panorama NOVA EPDM

Other Markings: #4052956; ARUC-1136

 Overall condition was dirty, covered in debris.

 Lens and rings dirty. Covered with debris, melted.

 Hairnet dirty, but in good condition. Top a little melted.

 Nosecup not fully attached, loose at top; # on nosecup R52822.
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2. MMR with Heads-up Display (HUD): (refer to Figures 12-13 in Appendix III)

HUD P/N: 4056743 HUD S/N: 011115

 HUD included and intact.

 Secured to low pressure line.

 Bypass open, covered in normal dirt.

 Inside flange had no scratches and appeared to be in good condition.

 Sealing area was clean; no number found.

 Regulator could be attached and removed.

 Locking assembly functioned, but was very damaged by heat.

 Quick Disconnect present.

 MMR disconnect present.

3. Low Pressure Line: (refer to Figures 14-15 in Appendix III)

Number: R2103403104

 Quick Disconnect present. 

 Disconnected from MMR line at Quick Disconnect.

 Line ran through the shoulder strap to the pressure reducer.

 Nick in low pressure line (from MMR).

4. 4.5 Pressure Reducer Assembly: (refer to Figures 16-17 in Appendix III)

 Barcode marking present, but unreadable (melted).

 Overall condition was poor. Outside casing melted.

 All airline connections were secure.

 Connected to belt.

5. High Pressure Hose and Cylinder Attachment: (refer to Figures 18-22 in Appendix III)

High pressure hose assembly marking: R2103403/04

Quick-Fill valve marking: Eaton FD17-1002-10-04

 Overall condition fair but dirty.

 Cylinder attachments thread, threads on and off, “O” ring was in place (seated and 

fully intact), clean.

 Relief valve good.

 Equipped with a high pressure Quick-Fill.

 2 lines; parts for 3:

o One line to first stage regulator (pressure reducer).

o One line to PASS module.
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6. PASS Control Module: (refer to Figures 23-25 in Appendix III)

Model#: illegible

 Overall condition poor; burned.

 Gauge lens was unreadable. 

 Protective casing slightly dirty; normal wear, fair to poor, some cracking.

 SEI label was unreadable.

 Hose leading to PASS burned through outer rubber casing, exposing inner liner.

 Unknown if PASS turns on due to pressure line.

 Gauge lens melted.

 7. Backframe Assembly: (refer to Figures 26-28 in Appendix III)

P/N: 3352054 S/N: BRUC-4956

NIOSH label: TC-13F-512CBRN

NFPA 1981, 2002ed.

Other Markings: name label on back left shoulder

 Overall condition fair; melted on corner edges.

 Shoulder straps attached to the frame.

 Cylinder strap intact.

8. Straps and Buckles: (refer to Figures 29-34 in Appendix III)

 Overall strap condition poor with burns on all straps.

 Shoulder strap attachment connected both sides.

 Hose lines and wires passed through shoulder straps.

 All adjustable buckles did not adjust.

 Waist area buckle latched but did not release.

 Damage to plastic latch on cylinder strap; could not adjust strap.

 9. Cylinder and Cylinder Valve Assembly: (refer to Figures 35-39 in Appendix III)

DOT-3AL-2216

TC-3ALM 153 Luxfer

DG-201742

Hydrostatic date: 5/15 30 Minute, 2216 psi

1225A on bottom of bottle

Cylinder valve P/N: 4054841

Valve assembly P/N: H237C 

 Overall condition good, with some surface dirt.

 Gauge is readable. 

 Threads are immaculate.

 Rubber bumper in good condition.
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Appendix II

 SCBA Test Results
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National Personal Protective Technology Laboratory, Evaluation and Testing Branch

SCBA Test Report

Task Number: TN-20855

Manufacturer: Dräger

NIOSH Approval Number: TC-13F-512CBRN

Tests Performed by: Karis Kline, Jeremy Gouzd, Angie 

Andrews, and Jay Tarley

Report written by: Jeremy Gouzd

Date of Report: August 3, 2016

I. Background

On April 29, 2016, an SCBA unit from the Valley Springs Fire Department was delivered to the

NIOSH facility in Morgantown, West Virginia. The unit was initially removed from the 

packaging in Lab H1513 and inspected on July 5, 2016 by Karis Kline, Jeremy Gouzd, Angie 

Andrews, and Jay Tarley of the NPPTL Morgantown Testing Team (MTT). The SCBA was visually 

examined, component by component, in the condition received to determine the 

conformance of the unit to the NIOSH-approved configuration. The unit was identified as a 

Dräger ND2 PSS100 30 minute, 2216 psi unit with NIOSH Approval Number, TC-13F-512CBRN, 

and as the unit submitted by the Valley Springs Fire Department. The visual inspection process 

was documented with photographs. 

II. Test Outlines

1. POSITIVE PRESSURE TEST – NIOSH Standard Test Procedure Number 120, 42 CFR Part 84

 Reference: Subpart H, § 84.70 (a)(2)(ii)

 Requirement:

The pressure inside the facepiece in relation to the immediate environment is positive

during both inhalation and exhalation.
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Procedure:

A breathing machine with a 622 kg-m/min cam operating at 24 RPM with a 40 liter per 

minute flow rate (115 liters per minute peak flow) was connected to an anthropometric 

head for cycling. A pressure tap in the head was connected to a transducer which in 

turn connected to a strip chart recorder for determining the pressure in the facepiece.

Results: The unit was tested on July 7, 2016 and met the test requirement. The cylinder and 

facepiece provided were used for testing. 

Test Notes: The inhalation breathing resistance did not become negative during the test. 

The PASS unit did not function. 

Inhalation Breathing Resistance:

(inches of water column)

0.11

Pass/Fail: Pass

2. RATED SERVICE TIME TEST – NIOSH Standard Test Procedure Number 121, 42 CFR Part

 84 Reference: Subpart F, § 84.53 (a) and Subpart H, § 84.95 (a) and (b)

Requirement:

Service time will be measured while the apparatus is operated by a breathing machine as

described in § 84.88. The open-circuit apparatus will be classified according to the length

of time it supplies air or oxygen to the breathing machine. Classifications are listed in § 

84.53.

Procedure:

A breathing machine with a 622 kg-m/min cam operating at 24 RPM with a 40 liter per

minute flow rate was connected to an anthropometric head for cycling. A pressure tap in 

the head was connected to a transducer which in turn connected to a strip chart recorder 

for determining the pressure in the facepiece. The breathing machine was run until the

inhalation portion of the breathing curve fell below the minimum requirement.

Results: The unit was tested on July 7, 2016 and met the test requirement.

Test Notes: The measured service times for the unit (adjusted to correspond with the

recorded breathing cycles) were more than the rated service times of 30 minutes. The

PASS unit did not function during the test on the unit. The SCBA did not go negative on

inhalation but maintained positive pressure in the facepiece at the same level.
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Minutes Seconds

 Measured Service Time: 34 3

 Pass/Fail: Pass

3. STATIC PRESSURE TEST – NIOSH Standard Test Procedure Number 122, 42 CFR

 Part 84 Reference: Subpart H, § 84.91 (d)

Requirement:

The static pressure (at zero flow) in the facepiece shall not exceed 38 mm. (1.5

inches) water column height.

Procedure:

The facepiece was fitted to an anthropometric head for testing. A pressure tap in the

head was connected to a calibrated manometer. Full cylinder pressure was applied to 

the unit at zero flow and a reading from the manometer was recorded.

Results: Tested on July 7, 2016. The SCBA met the test requirement.

Facepiece Static Pressure:

(inches of water column) 0.88

Pass/Fail: Pass

 4. GAS FLOW TEST – NIOSH Standard Test Procedure Number 123, 42 CFR Part 84

 Reference: Subpart H, § 84.93 (b) and (c)

 Requirement:

The flow from the apparatus shall be greater than 200 liters per minute when the

pressure in the facepiece of demand apparatus is lowered by 51 mm. (2 inches) water 

column height when full container pressure is applied. Where pressure demand

apparatus are tested, the flow will be measured at zero gage pressure in the facepiece.

 Procedure:

A pressure tap in the anthropometric head was connected to a manometer for

determining when the pressure inside the facepiece reaches zero. A mass flow meter 

was connected in line between the anthropometric head and an adjustable vacuum

source to measure flow. The SCBA cylinder was replaced by a test stand which was

adjusted initially to full cylinder pressure. The vacuum source was adjusted during the
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test to maintain the desired pressure inside the facepiece. Once the proper facepiece 

pressure stabilized, a flow reading was recorded. The procedure was then repeated with

the test stand adjusted to 500 psi.

Results: Tested on July 7, 2016. The SCBA met the test requirement.

Applied pressure Airflow (liter per minute) Pass/Fail

2216 psi 433 Pass

500 psi 422 Pass

 5. EXHALATION RESISTANCE TEST – NIOSH Standard Test Procedure Number 122, 42 CFR

 Part 84 Reference: Subpart H, § 84.91 (c)

Requirement:

The exhalation resistance of pressure-demand apparatus shall not exceed the static

pressure in the facepiece by more than 51 mm. (2 inches) water column height.

 Procedure:

The facepiece was mounted on an anthropometric head form. A probe in the head

form was connected to a slant manometer for measuring exhalation breathing

resistance. The airflow through the apparatus was adjusted to a rate of 85 liters per 

minute and the exhalation resistance recorded.

Results: Tested on July 7, 2016. The SCBA met the test requirement.

Exhalation Breathing Resistance:

(inches of water column)

2.09

Static Pressure: 

(inches of water column)

0.88

Difference: 

(inches of water column)

1.21

Pass / Fail: Pass
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 6. REMAINING SERVICE LIFE INDICATOR TEST – NIOSH Standard Test Procedure Number

 124, 42 CFR Part 84 Reference: Subpart H, § 84.83 (f) and Subpart G, § 84.83 (c) 

Requirement:

Each remaining service life indicator or warning device shall give an alarm when the 

remaining service life of the apparatus is reduced to a minimum of 25 percent of its

rated service time or pressure.

This requirement is modified under § 84.63(c) as follows: For apparatus which do not

have a method of manually turning off remote gage in the event of a gage or gage line

failure the remaining service life indicator is required to be set at a minimum of 25% of 

the rated service time or pressure.

Procedure:

A calibrated gauge was connected in line between the air supply and the first stage

regulator. The unit was then allowed to gradually bleed down. When the low air alarm

was activated, the pressure on the gauge is recorded. This procedure was repeated six

times. The average of the six readings was calculated and recorded.

Results: Tested on July 7, 2016. The SCBA didn’t pass the test requirements.

Testing Notes: The SCBA unit contained two alarms—a mechanical “whistle” alarm and the 

electric light indicator on the PASS console that changed from green to red when activated. 

The mechanical alarm was recognized through air movement, but NO audible whistle 

sounded, therefore it FAILED the test. The electronic alarm could not sound due to bad 

batteries rendering the PASS console inoperable. Therefore, the unit FAILED the test. 

Run #

Mechanical

Alarm Point 

(psi)

Electronic

Alarm Point 

(psi)

1 510

2 520

3 530

4 530

5 540

6 530

 Average 570 N/A

 Pass/Fail Fail Fail
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 7. NFPA AIR FLOW PERFORMANCE TEST NFPA 1981 (1997 Edition) Reference:

 Chapter 5, Performance Requirements, Section 5.1.1, Airflow Performance. 

 Requirement:

SCBA shall be tested for air flow performance as specified in Section 6.1, Airflow 

Performance Test, and the SCBA facepiece pressure shall not be less than 0.0 in. (0.0 mm)

water column nor is greater than 31⁄2 in. (89 mm) water column above ambient pressure 

from the time the test begins until the time the test concluded.

 Procedure:

The required equipment specified in the NFPA standards was used to conduct the test on 

this unit. A pressure tap in the head was connected to a transducer which in turn was

connected to a flatbed chart recorder for determining the pressure in the facepiece.

 Results: The SCBA passed this test.

Test Notes: Even though the NFPA facepiece pressure was within specs, the PASS did not 

function. The mechanical and electrical alarms did not function as well. There was air 

movement detected for the audible whistle but no whistle. When the power was restored 

to the unit, the PASS operated as designed.

Maximum Facepiece Pressure:

(inches of water column)

3.1

Minimum Facepiece Pressure:

(inches of water column)

0.45

Pass/Fail: Pass

III. Disposition:

Following testing, the SCBA unit was returned to the package it was received in and placed in 

secured storage. The unit was removed from secured storage on May 10, 2016 and a download 

of the data logger information was conducted by a representative from Dräger in Lab H1513, 

only to find there wasn’t any data available for the date of the incident.

The results of all tests are summarized in Tables One and Two.
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TABLE ONE – Summary of NIOSH Test Results

Task Number: 20855

Manufacturer: Dräger

NIOSH Approval Number: TC-13F-512CBRN

Tests Performed By: Jeremy Gouzd, Karis Kline, Angie

Andrews, and Jay Tarley

Dates of Tests: July 7, 2016

 NOTE: The Positive Pressure Test and Rated Service Life Test are run simultaneously.

TEST / 42 CFR PART 84 REFERENCE STANDARD RESULT PASS FAIL

1. POSITIVE PRESSURE TEST Reference: 

Subpart H, § 84.70 (a)(2)(ii)

≥

0

.

0

0

I

N

W

C

>0.0 INWC 0.11 INWC X

2. RATED SERVICE TIME TEST Reference: 

Subpart F, § 84.53 (a), Subpart H, § 

84.95 (a) and (b)

≥ 30 min 34 min 3 s X

3. STATIC PRESSURE TEST Reference: 

Subpart H, § 84.91 (d)

≤

1

.

5

0

I

N

W

C

<1.5 INWC 0.88 INWC X

 4a. GAS FLOW TEST (at Full Cylinder

 Pressure) Reference: Subpart H, § 84.93

 (b) and (c)

≥ 200 LPM 433 LPM X

 4b. GAS FLOW TEST (at 500 psi)

 Reference: Subpart H, § 84.93 (b) and

 (c)

≥ 200 LPM 422 LPM X

5. EXHALATION RESISTANCE TEST

Reference: Subpart H, § 84.91 (c) Difference

≤ 2.00 INWC 1.21 INWC X

6a. REMAINING SERVICE LIFE INDICATOR 

TEST (mechanical alarm) Reference: 

Subpart H, § 84.83 (f) and Subpart G,

§ 84.63 (c)

Between 510

and 598 psi 527 psi X

6b. REMAINING SERVICE LIFE INDICATOR 

TEST (electronic alarm) Reference: 

Subpart H, § 84.83 (f) and Subpart G, § 

84.63 (c)

Between 510

and 598 psi N/A X
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TABLE TWO – Summary of NFPA Test Results

TEST / REFERENCE STANDARD RESULT PASS FAIL

 7a. NFPA AIR FLOW PERFORMANCE

 Reference: NFPA 1981 (1997 Edition),

 Chapter 5.1.1

≤ 3.50 INWC

Exhalation

Resistance

3.1 INWC X

 7b. NFPA AIR FLOW PERFORMANCE

 Reference: NFPA 1981 (1997 Edition),

 Chapter 5.1.1

≥ 0.00 INWC

Inhalation

Resistance

 0.45 INWC X 
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Appendix III

SCBA Inspection Report
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Figure 1: Cardboard box containing SCBA.

Figure 2: Identifying markings on box.

Figure 3: Identifying markings on box.

Figure 4: One facepiece and SCBA unit out of box in bag.

Figure 5: SCBA unit, facepiece, and cylinder out of bag.

Figure 6: SCBA unit, facepiece, and disconnected MMR.

Figure 7: Top view of facepiece.

Figure 8: View of HUD, damage to lens from inside view, loose nosecup.

Figure 9: Outside facepiece identifying markings.

Figure 10: Inside facepiece identifying markings.

Figure 11: Inside facepiece identifying markings.

Figure 12: MMR disconnected.

Figure 13: Inside flange of MMR.

Figure 14: Low pressure hose with damage.

Figure 15: Another view of the low pressure hose with damage.

Figure 16: Pressure reducer assembly front view.

Figure 17: Interior view of pressure reducer assembly.

Figure 18: High pressure hose and cylinder attachment.

Figure 19: Cylinder attachment threads overview. 

Figure 20: Quick-Fill port on cylinder attachment.

Figure 21: Cylinder attachment with relief valve.

Figure 22: Ports from cylinder attachment.

Figure 23: Damage to high pressure line to PASS console. 

Figure 24: Top view of PASS console.

Figure 25: Back of PASS console and unreadable SEI label.

Figure 26: Inside of backframe.

Figure 27: Identifying markings on inside of backframe.

Figure 28: Back view of backframe and labels.

Figure 29: Straps and buckles.

Figure 30: Damage to pack at bottom right corner.

Figure 31: Damage to left shoulder strap.

Figure 32: Shoulder straps.

Figure 33: Waist strap.

Figure 34: Damage to cylinder strap.

Figure 35: Top view of cylinder.

Figure 36: Top view of cylinder label.

Figure 37: Cylinder gauge is readable. View of threads.

Figure 38: Identifying markings on cylinder.

Figure 39: Identifying markings on bottom of cylinder.
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Figure 1: Cardboard box containing SCBA.

Figure 2: Identifying markings on box.
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Figure 3: Identifying markings on box.

Figure 4: One facepiece and SCBA unit out of box in bag.
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Figure 5: SCBA unit, facepiece, and cylinder out of bag.

Figure 6: SCBA unit, facepiece, and disconnected MMR.
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Figure 7: Top view of facepiece.

Figure 8: View of HUD, damage to lens from inside view, loose nosecup.
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Figure 9: Outside facepiece identifying markings.

Figure 10: Inside facepiece identifying markings.
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Figure 11: Inside facepiece identifying markings.

Figure 12: MMR disconnected.
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Figure 13: Inside flange of MMR. 

Figure 14: Low pressure hose with damage.
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Figure 15: Another view of the low pressure hose with damage.

Figure 16: Pressure reducer assembly front view.
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Figure 17: Interior view of pressure reducer assembly.

Figure 18: High pressure hose and cylinder attachment.
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Figure 19: Cylinder attachment threads overview. 

Figure 20: Quick-Fill port on cylinder attachment.
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Figure 21: Cylinder attachment with relief valve.

Figure 22: Ports from cylinder attachment.
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Figure 23: Damage to high pressure line to PASS console. 

Figure 24: Top view of PASS console.
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Figure 25: Back of PASS console and unreadable SEI label.

Figure 26: Inside of backframe.
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Figure 27: Identifying markings on inside of backframe.

Figure 28: Back view of backframe and labels.
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Figure 29: Straps and buckles.

Figure 30: Damage to pack at bottom right corner.
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Figure 31: Damage to left shoulder strap.

Figure 32: Shoulder straps.
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Figure 33: Waist strap.

Figure 34: Damage to cylinder strap.
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Figure 35: Top view of cylinder.

Figure 36: Top view of cylinder label.
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Figure 37: Cylinder gauge is readable. View of threads.

Figure 38: Identifying markings on cylinder.
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Figure 39: Identifying markings on bottom of cylinder.