SCBA & FIREMAN’S OUTFIT

• The minimum capacity of an air bottle is 1200 liters.
• Maximum pressure should be 180-200 bars.
• Maximum weight should not exceed 19 kgs.
• Capable of working for 30 minutes.
• Shall give both audible & visual alarms when reduced to not less than 200 ltr.
• Fireproof line with snap hook, min. length 30 m.

• 100% spare cylinder on vessels having compressors on board, i.e., a minimum of 4 SCBA sets and 4 spare cylinders.
• 200% spare cylinder on vessels not having a compressor on board, i.e., a minimum of 4 SCBA sets and 8 spare cylinders.

• Check straps, visors, and valves on face masks.
• Check that the bottle is charged to the optimum pressure.
• Low-pressure audible & visual alarms are to be tested.
• Check the harness and back plate.
• Check the demand valve.
• Check cylinder body, hydrostatic test date & valve condition.

The demand valve is one that supplies the air to the wearer when inhaling.

• For vessels between 500-2500 tons, a minimum of 2 sets is required.
• For vessels between 2500-4000 tons, a minimum of 3 sets is required.
• For vessels 4000 tons and above, a minimum of 4 sets is required.

One complete fireman’s outfit includes:

• SCBA
• Fireman suit
• Fireman Helmet
• Fireman Rubber boots
• Fireman safety belt
• Explosion-proof light
• Fireproof lifeline
• Fire axe
• Two-way portable VHF