Any SCBA supplied for use in Europe must comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment Directive (89/686/EEC). In practice this usually means that the SCBA must comply with the requirements of the European Standard EN 137:2006. This includes detailed requirements for the performance of the SCBA, the marking required, and the information to […]
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Designed to meet the needs of the asbestos-removal and stripping industry, Scott Safety has launched a new version of the RAS Asbestos positive-pressure airline respirator. According to the company, the device offers the highest levels of breathing protection and is packaged to provide a simple and effective solution for use when removing asbestos. The Tempest […]