EDBA (extended duration breathing apparatus) Flashcards

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What is EDBA?

A

Extended duration breathing apparatus

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What pressure is EDBA set to?

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55 bar

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EDBA face seal check

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  • Put on & tighten straps
  • Inhale to activate the DV (Demand valve) first breath mechanism
  • Twist DV to confim locked
  • Open DV bypass valve to check there is air to mask,then close valve
  • Shut cylinder valve & then open 1/4 turn.Take a breath,close valve & check there is no sound of air escaping
  • Open cylinder valve & breathe normally.Check gauge reading is steady
  • Test alarm
  • On completion enter wearers name on control board
  • Check clothing & proceed with task
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