4 Particulars
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4 Particulars

  4.1 The EEBD should have at least a duration of service of 10 min.

  4.2 The EEBD should include a hood or full face piece, as appropriate, to protect the eyes, nose and mouth during escape. Hoods and face pieces should be constructed of flame resistant materials, and include a clear window for viewing.

  4.3 An unactivated EEBD should be capable of being carried hands-free.

  4.4 The EEBDs, when stored, should be suitably protected from the environment.

  4.5 Brief instructions or diagrams clearly illustrating the use should be clearly printed on the EEBD. The donning procedures should be quick and easy to follow for situations where there is little time to seek safety from the hazardous atmosphere.

  4.6 Unless personnel are individually carrying EEBDs, consideration should be given for placing such devices along the escape routes within the machinery spaces or at the foot of each escape ladder within the space. In addition, control spaces and workshops located within the machinery spaces should also be considered for the possible location of such devices.

Parent topic: Annex - Guidelines for the Performance, Location, Use and Care of Emergency Escape Breathing Devices (EEBDs)
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