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BS EN 1061:1997

Superseded

Superseded

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Respiratory protective devices for self-rescue. Self-contained closed-circuit breathing apparatus. Chemical oxygen (NaClO3) escape apparatus. Requirements, testing, marking

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

26-11-2002

Language(s)

English

Published date

15-03-1997

Committees responsible
National foreword
Foreword
Specification
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definition and description
4 Classification
5 Designation
6 Requirements
7 Testing
8 Marking
9 Instructions for use
Annexes
A (normative) Additional requirements for apparatus
B (normative) Methods of measurement of the insulation
    resistance of the carrying container
ZA (informative) Clauses of this European Standard addressing
    essential requirements or other provisions of EU
    Directives
Table
1 Test conditions
Figures
1 Test piece with painted electrodes for insulation
    resistance test
2 Apparatus for testing flammability
3 Test equipment for mechanical strength
4 Scheme of a test rig for chemical oxygen (NAC1O3)
    escape apparatus
5 Cooler
6 Humidifier
7 Dummy head for apparatus with full face mask
8 Connector for apparatus with mouthpiece assembly
9 Dummy head for apparatus with a hood with an inner mask
B.1 Current measurement by micro-ammeter or galvanometer
B.2 current measurement by means of a d.c. amplifier
B.3aDetermination of the ratio of currents when the same
    voltage is applied successively to the two resistances
B.3bWheatstone bridge method

Defines minimum requirements for self-contained closed-circuit breathing apparatus, chemical oxygen (sodium chlorate, NaC1O3) type for self-rescue. Not applicable to apparatus for work and rescue or to diving apparatus.

Committee
PH/4
DevelopmentNote
DRAFT FOR COMMENT 93/304013 DC
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
26
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy
Supersedes

Standards Relationship
I.S. EN 1061:1997 Identical
NBN EN 1061 : 1996 Identical
SN EN 1061 : 1997 Identical
NF EN 1061 : 1997 Identical
UNE-EN 1061:1997 Identical
EN 1061 : 1996 Identical
NS EN 1061 : 1996 Identical
UNI EN 1061 : 1998 Identical
NEN EN 1061 : 1996 Identical
DIN EN 1061:1996-12 Identical

BS 7184:2001 Selection, use and maintenance of chemical protective clothing. Guidance
BS 4275:1997 Guide to implementing an effective respiratory protective device programme

ISO 5082:1982 Textiles Woven fabrics Determination of breaking strength Grab method
EN 132:1998 Respiratory protective devices - Definitions of terms and pictograms
EN 134:1998 Respiratory protective devices - Nomenclature of components
EN 136:1998/AC:2003 RESPIRATORY PROTECTIVE DEVICES - FULL-FACE MASKS - REQUIREMENTS, TESTING, MARKING
ISO 7854:1995 Rubber- or plastics-coated fabrics Determination of resistance to damage by flexing
ISO 4674:1977 Fabrics coated with rubber or plastics Determination of tear resistance

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