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On the front lines with respiratory equipment
saving lives and fighting fires, indoors and out, are part of the everyday
routine of germany’s fire fighters. they are often called upon to work in
environments where there is not only little breathable oxygen but also
poisonous gases. It is imperative – and required by law – to make use
of breathing apparatus. Compressed air breathing apparatus (pa –
pressluftatmer) is an important part of firemen’s protective equipment and
makes it possible for them to work in toxic environments. missions involving
respiratory equipment are subject to strict regulations and procedures
(Fwdv 7). they are practised and drilled at regular intervals with a view
toward achieving the primary goal in case of an actual emergency:
preventing danger to people, animals and property.
Expert’s note:
Chief Fire Inspector T. Stanke, Safety Coordinator (FAS)
Firemen rely on numerous pieces of special apparatus for monitoring
and controlling respiratory equipment, including electronic monitoring
devices, acoustic and visual positioning systems, etc. These are
supplemented by organisational safety plans in compliance with the
regulations set out in FwDV 7. The EZM 7 mission timer can provide
additional assistance, provided wearing a wristwatch is deemed safe
following a risk analysis in accordance with the fundamentals set out in
GUV-V A1 (principle of prevention §3).