SCBA/FACEPIECE INSPECTION/CLEANING

Question 1

After each use, SCBA’s must be ___ ___ __ ___ __ ____.

Answer 1

visually checked for wear and damage.

Question 2

Large pieces of debris shall be removed with __ ___ ____. Do not use __ ____ ____to clean SCBA.

Answer 2

a dust brush, high pressure

air

Question 3

Dirt and dust shall be removed by wiping with a damp towel. A ___ ___ can be
used if needed for cleaning SCBA.

Answer 3

mild soap

Question 4

Do not store SCBA’s or SCBA bottles in compartments containing _______ or
______ products.

Answer 4

petroleum or

cleaning products.

Question 5

MSA technicians will be out on an _____ basis to instruct

and assist in a thorough cleaning of all masks.

Answer 5

annual

Question 6

_____ should not be used as a germicide because it may deteriorate rubber
parts.

Answer 6

alcohol

Question 7

Soak the face piece in a __ ____ solution for 2 minutes. Then rinse the face piece
thoroughly in warm water.

Answer 7

10% bleach