CABA or powered FAHBA with hood, helmet or visor

This BA is designed to provide protection factors of 10, 20 and 40
If fitted to an airline suit, the protection factor is 200
'Constant flow' means that the manufacturer or user sets the air supply rate. This gives a constant flow rate at the selected air supply pressure
Flow indicators and alarms are needed
This BA can be cleaned and reused many times, as recommended by the manufacturer
The BA may be worn continuously for more than 1 hour and may be used in oxgen deficient atmospheres
The BA is OK for medium work rate (work involving sustained hand and arm movements, or similar to brisk walking)
It is also suitable for a heavy work rate (heavy manual work requiring a lot of exertion and energy)

Ensure that an adequate clean air supply is available
Ensure that the air line is never deformed - the wearer's life may be at risk without an adequate air supply
Select the right type of hood for the task
Select the right size of hood for each wearer
Fit-testing for each wearer is required when using this RPE for the first time
Fit the straps / cords as recommended
After use, always clean the BA and store it in a clean place
Ensure that the compressed air quality meets the minimum requirements of BSEN12021

Use a light-duty airline hose where there is any potential for crushing by passer-by etc
Allow the airline to come into contact with solvents
Keep working if the airflow rates drops or any of the warning signals are activated
Store in dirty areas between uses
Use solvents to clean the mask, straps or hose
Make DIY modifications to the RPE

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