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Document ID (ISN)64729
CIS number 95-884
Year 1987
Convention or series no.
Author(s)
Centre national de Prévention et de Protection (CNPP)
Title Self-contained open-circuit breathing apparatus
Original title Appareils respiratoires isolants à circuit ouvert [in French]
Bibliographic information La Médiathèque du Risque, 5 rue Daunou, 75002 Paris, France, 1987. VHS videotape or slide show (length: 15min). Price: FRF 1630.00 (plus tax). ###
Abstract This videotape, aimed at fire-fighters and emergency crews, explains the proper use of such equipment: choice of equipment (depending on available time, location and ambient air composition); open-circuit and positive-pressure equipment (composition, elements, use); functioning; what should be checked before use; positioning before use; guidance to proper use; maintenance; storage; charging of cylinders; periodic checks of equipment.
Descriptors (primary) open circuit breathing apparatus; fire services; respirators; personal protective equipment; audiovisual training
Descriptors (secondary) fire fighting; description of equipment; safety films; safety checks; maintenance and repair; storage; gas cylinders
Document type C - Training manuals, audiovisual material
Country / State or ProvinceFrance
Subject(s) Personal protection
Broad subject area(s) Fires, explosions and major hazards
Browse category(ies) OSH training
Fire fighting, police, prisons and the armed forces
Respiratory protection
Personal protection