SCBA Training eCert

Description

The initial training shall ensure that the participant is thoroughly familiar with the respirator and has experience in using it in a non- hazardous environment.  The initial training shall address:

• Why the respirator is necessary and how improper fit, use, or  maintenance can compromise its protection.
• Capabilities and limitations of the respirator.
• Inspection, donning, doffing, seal checking, and normal use of  the respirator.
• Emergency procedures, including situations that involve  malfunction of the respirator, maintenance, and storage  procedures.
• Recognition of medical signs and symptoms that may limit or  prevent effective use of the respirator.
• The general requirements of OSH Standards on Respiratory