NFPA 1981 : 2013
Superseded
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OPEN-CIRCUIT SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA) FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES
Available format(s)
Hardcopy
Superseded date
17-11-2018
Superseded by
Language(s)
English
Published date
01-01-2013
Publisher
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Chapter 1 - Administration
Chapter 2 - Referenced Publications
Chapter 3 - Definitions
Chapter 4 - Certification
Chapter 5 - Labeling and Information
Chapter 6 - Design Requirements
Chapter 7 - Performance Requirements
Chapter 8 - Test Methods
Annex A - Explanatory Material
Annex B - Surrogate Cylinder Preparation Procedure
Annex C - Informational References
Index
Defines the minimum requirements for the design, performance, testing, and certification of new compressed breathing air open-circuit self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and compressed breathing air combination open-circuit self-contained breathing apparatus and supplied air respirators (SCBA/SARs) and for the replacement parts, components, and accessories for these respirators.
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2007 edition is also available in Spanish Language. (See, NFPA 1981 SPANISH.) (02/2014)
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Standard
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76
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National Fire Protection Association
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Superseded
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| Supersedes |
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