3M Scott Safety ELSA 2000, Руководство пользователя

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ELSA 2000 Issue N
3
GB
DISCLAIMER
Failure to comply with these instructions or misuse of the apparatus may result in
death, injury or material damage, and invalidate any resulting warranty or insurance
claims.
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This manual must not be copied in part or in whole, or used for purposes other than its
intended purpose without the written permission of Scott Safety .
PRE-OPERATIONAL WARNINGS
Please Read Carefully and Fully Understand
This manual is for use by personnel trained in the use and care of compressed air
escape apparatus, and MUST NOT be used as a self-teaching guide by untrained users.
Scott Safety have taken great care to ensure that the information in this manual is
accurate, complete and clear. However,
Training and Technical Support Services
will
be pleased to clarify any points in the manual and answer questions on
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breathing apparatus.
If you need to use this apparatus you will be in an unusual, possibly life-threatening
situation. Poor visibility and toxic fumes may add to your difficulties.
Prepare for that situation:
Learn the location of escape apparatus and how to gain access to it.
Learn to use the escape apparatus, as detailed in these instructions.
Be aware of the protection limits provided by ELSA. Exceeding these limits
may cost you your life or result in injury.
Be fully aware of workplace hazards.
Become familiar with planned escape routes.
If the situation arises:
Remain calm and remember what you must do to survive.
Don and activate the apparatus. Leave the hazard area immediately.
Do not enter a hazard area unless it is part of the escape route.
General and Managerial:
Check apparatus daily when issued to wearers or deployed in ready-use
lockers; or monthly if held in stores.
ELSA is an escape apparatus. DO NOT use for other purposes, such as fire
fighting or cargo handling.
Ensure wearers are fully trained in the use of the apparatus, advised of
workplace hazards and planned escape routes.
Ensure ELSA provides respiratory protection for workplace hazards and has
duration for planned escape routes.
Refer to EN 529:2005 - Guide to implementing an effective respiratory protective
device programme.