You can either keep the escape set over your shoulders
or keep it close to you, making sure that you move it when
you move.
In the event of having to use the unit, follow these
simple instructions.
Firstly,
do not panic,
this may lead to wasting precious
time.
If you are wearing a hard hat remove it.
Open the bag by breaking the anti tamper tag, and
pulling open the Velcro flap. This will activate the air-
flow. Remove the hood. The air will flow at a constant
rate for 10 minutes.
Place both hands into the hood. Stretch the neck open-
ing with your hands and put the hood over your head.
Check that you have a good seal around your neck,
adjust if required. Breath normally. The constant flow of
air will keep the hood inflated. Make your escape.
GENERAL SAFETY
BASIC TECHNIQUES
For advice on the safety and suitability of this equipment
contact your local HSS Hire.
The hirer has a responsibility to
ensure that all necessary
risk assessments have been completed
prior to the use of
this equipment.
Only a competant person who has read and understood
these instructions should use this equipment.
Never use this equipment if you are ill, feeling
tired, or under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
Wear all Personal Protective Equipment
required; this will be identified on your job
specific risk assessment.
Avoid loose fitting garments and
jewellery. Tie back long hair.
Make sure you know how to operate this equipment
safely and are aware of its limitations before you use
it.ever lift or move this equipment by its power supply
cable.Ensure that the work area is well lit and ventilated.
Contact your local HSS for advice If the equipment fails,
or any part is damaged, return it. Do not attempt a repair
yourself.
INSPECTING THE UNIT
The following safety checks MUST be carried
out before the beginning of each session of
use. i.e. First use of the day or after a break.
• Check the gauge through the viewpoint, the dial must
not be the red area. If it is do not use the equipment.
Return it to your local HSS Hire.
• Make sure the tamper tag is in good condition and
has not been broken.
• The bag is in good condition.
• Look through the viewpoint and check that the
yellow ribbon is connected to the air valve control
knob.
SAFETY WARNING
This equipment MUST ONLY be used as a safe air
supply, in moments of danger.
DO NOT use this equipment for protection to
enable you to enter a contaminated area.
USE FOR ESCAPE ONLY
This equipment will give limited protection
against exposure to a wide range of situations,
for a maximum of 10 minutes.
Gauge
Gauge
Red
Button
Yellow Ribbon
Connection Point
Velcro
Flap
ESCAPE BREATHING PACK
