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Self-contained breathing apparatus
Domain: Health and safety at work => Preventive measures => Personal protective equipment
Grammatical category
Noun phrase
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Definition
Apparatus that provides a supply of respirable air or a quantity of oxygen-generating material, carried by the wearer for use in an emergency. It consists of a suitable face mask, combined with a hose and source of fresh air, generally in the form of a tank of compressed air. The SCBA may be incorporated into a full-body protection suit.
Definition source
Oxford University - Chemical safety information Glossary
European legislation
Directives 89/656/EEC, 89/686/EEC
British legislation
The Personal Protective Equipment Regulations 2002
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SCBA
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