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SEL Number: 01AR-07-QUAL
Title: System, Compressed Breathing Air Quality Testing


Last Updated: 7/8/2022 12:29:42 PM

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Description: A system for testing the quality of compressed breathing air used to fill cylinders for air-supplying respirators.

ImportantFeatures: The system may be fixed equipment, sampling equipment, or kits that measure the quality of compressed breathing air used for filling cylinders. Air quality measurements include the proportions of nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide and argon, as well as contaminants such as particulates and hydrocarbons.

Operating Considerations: The system must allow the determination of the air quality in accordance with the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR
Code of Federal Regulations
1910.134. Compressed breathing air shall meet at least the requirements for Grade D breathing air described in ANSI
American National Standards Institute
/Compressed Gas Association Commodity Specification for Air, G-7.1-1989, or higher standards such as NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1989.

Training Requirements: Core Training: NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1989, NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1404, OSHA 1910.134, ANSI
American National Standards Institute
Z88.2 /CGA G-7.1, Manufacturer Certification Required.
Initial Training: Moderate (1-2 days)
Sustainment Training: Moderate (1-2 days)

Mandatory Standards:

Applicable Standards and References:


MSSL:
  • HazMat: Response Team
  • REL: Full Canadian Recommended Equipment List
  • REL: LOS-1, Multi-Agency Intervention
  • REL: LOS-2, Scout/Reconnaissance Mission
  • REL: LOS-5, Emergency Washdown