Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

Duration: 8h

Who is this training for?

All employees who are required to use an SCBA and a supplied air respirator in their workplace.

Description

At the end of this training, the candidate will be able to use a self-contained personal respiratory protection device and a supplied air system. This training is based on NFPA 1006, NFPA 1081, CAN/CSA Z94.4, LSST-S-2.1 Section VI, and Académie des pompiers standards.

Goals

Applying Health and Safety rules related to respiratory protection
Understanding how an SBCA works
Understanding the components and features of an SBCA
Knowing how to put on an SBCA
Understanding how a supplied air respirator works
Understanding the components and features of a supplied air respirator
Knowing how to put on a supplied air respirator
Equipment maintenance and return-to-service

Content

Legal framework and definitions
Identifying and controlling hazards
Handling 2 breathing apparatus (SBCA and supplied air systems)
Operating the 2 respirators and understanding their components and features
How to move around while wearing an SBCA
Changing an SBCA cylinder

Evaluation

One 25-question written exam and an assessment of working knowledge required to put on an SBCA, to change the canister, to put on a supplied air system, and to operate an air cart. The required passing grade is 80%. A supplemental exam is available.

* This training is only available in french

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Standards, laws, and references

NFPA 1006
NFPA 1081
CAN/CSA-Z94.4
LSST – S-2.1 Section VI
Académie des Pompiers

All participants who have successfully completed the training will receive a certificate of competency.

Our certifications are recognized by the following:

Canadian Armed Forces
MELS
Transport Canada
SAAQ
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC)

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