Daily In Service SCBA Check 231-04

Question 1

Who is responsible for checking the SCBA for proper operation?

Answer 1

All RFPS personnel that will be required to wear a SCBA

This responsibility includes ensuring the checks are logged in the SCBA logbook.

Question 2

When should the SCBA be checked?

Answer 2

The SCBA shall be checked:
* at the commencement of each shift
* following an incident where the SCBA was in operation
* whenever the SCBA has been cleaned
* when personnel are reassigned to a different apparatus
* whenever an officer deems it necessary

These checks ensure safety and proper functionality before use.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: SCBA checks must be entered into the _______.

Answer 3

SCBA logbook

This logbook serves as a record of all checks performed.

Question 4

True or False: SCBA checks are only required before the first shift of the day.

Answer 4

False

SCBA checks are required at multiple times, not just before the first shift.

Question 5

What is the SOP number related to SCBA checks?

Answer 5

SOP 231-04

This standard operating procedure outlines the requirements for SCBA checks.

Question 6

When was SOP 231-04 published?

Answer 6

3/23/2022

This date indicates when the standard operating procedure was established.

Question 7

What should happen to an SCBA that fails any function check?

Answer 7

It shall be immediately removed from service for repair.

This ensures safety and compliance with operational standards.

Question 8

What is the procedure if an SCBA malfunctions on-scene or during daily checks?

Answer 8

It is to be sent to the Education and Training Center (ETC) with the air cylinder and facepiece used during the failure.

This allows for proper diagnostics and repairs.

Question 9

What must accompany any SCBA sent for repairs to the ETC?

Answer 9

A coinciding E-Form 50 detailing the issues encountered by the user must be submitted.

This form ensures all problems are documented for maintenance.

Question 10

What pressure must an SCBA air cylinder have to be considered operational?

Answer 10

4000 PSI or greater.

This pressure ensures adequate air supply for safety.

Question 11

When must SCBA logbook entries be completed?

Answer 11

At the beginning of each shift and as identified in Section 2.1.1.

This practice maintains accurate records of SCBA status.

Question 12

Who is responsible for reviewing the SCBA logbook forms daily?

Answer 12

Station officers.

They must ensure compliance within the first two hours of the shift.

Question 13

When must the completed SCBA logbook forms be sent to the senior captain?

Answer 13

On the first working day shift of January, April, July, and October.

This ensures regular oversight and documentation.

Question 14

What is the senior captain’s role regarding the SCBA logbook forms?

Answer 14

To audit the forms for compliance and consult with their platoon assistant chief on the findings.

This promotes accountability and adherence to protocols.

Question 15

What must be done with the reviewed SCBA logbook forms?

Answer 15

They must be forwarded to FAST for filing and retention according to corporate guidelines.

This is essential for record-keeping and compliance.

Question 16

What must each user do at the beginning of each shift for the telemetry system to function properly?

Answer 16

Tag-in with their issued personal fob

Refer to RFPS SOP 201-10 Emergency Incident Personnel Accountability for more details.

Question 17

What should all on-shift REPS personnel do with their personal ID tag?

Answer 17

Scan their personal ID tag into the control module on their assigned SCBA at the beginning of every shift.

Question 18

What must driver/operators do on their first day back after six days off?

Answer 18

Scan the unit assigned ID tag on all SCBA control modules assigned to that apparatus.

Question 19

How do you tag-in to the control module?

Answer 19

Hold the issued fob against the rear and near the top of the control module and press the GREEN FUNCTION button until the LCD displays OK.

Question 20

What should be inspected for external damage in the control module?

Answer 20

External cracks in the housing and ensure the rubber cover is undamaged.

Question 21

What three buttons should be checked for damage or missing parts?

Answer 21

• FUNCTION (GREEN)
• PASS (WHITE)
• RESET (YELLOW)

Question 22

What should be checked on the LCD display and analogue gauge lens covers?

Answer 22

For dirt or moisture inside the covers.

Question 23

What should be inspected for visible signs of damage?

Answer 23

The high-pressure hose and power cable.

Question 24

What should be ensured about the high-pressure hose and power cable?

Answer 24

That they are securely attached to the control module.

Question 25

What should be inspected on the facepiece rubber?

Answer 25

Dirt, cracks, tears, holes, soft spots, and/or tackiness.

Question 26

What should be checked on the harness straps?

Answer 26

For tears, loss of elasticity, or missing buckles or straps.

Question 27

What should be inspected on the lens of the facepiece?

Answer 27

For cracks, scratches, or heat distortion and the seal to the facepiece.

Question 28

What should be ensured about the exhalation valve?

Answer 28

That it is clean and operates easily.

Question 29

What should be inspected on the air inlet?

Answer 29

For damage, ensuring the spider gasket and valve disc are in place.

Question 30

What should be checked around the integrated heads-up display (I-HUD) and ClearCommand® Communication System bracket?

Answer 30

For holes or tears.

Question 31

What should be ensured about the nosepiece?

Answer 31

That it is properly mounted and undamaged.

Question 32

What should be pressed to ensure the I-HUD alert LEDs function?

Answer 32

The GREEN TEST button.

Question 33

What additional checks should be performed every Monday Day Shift and after SCBA use/cleaning?

Answer 33

* Remove and inspect the I-HUD for cracks * Check the battery compartment O-ring * Ensure the battery cap is fully threaded * Reassemble the I-HUD properly

Question 34

What should be done during the daily check of the ClearCommando Communication System?

Answer 34

Depress and release the ON/OFF button and ensure the RED LED is illuminated.

Question 35

What should be listened for when speaking into the facepiece?

Answer 35

Sound reproduced in the amplifier speaker.

Question 36

What should be inspected on the amplifier of the SCBA facepiece?

Answer 36

Housing for cracks or damage ## Footnote Inspect the rubber gasket and ensure the communications mount is secure

Question 37

What is the purpose of the first stage regulator mounting bracket?

Answer 37

To allow the regulator to slide approximately 38 mm (1½") for movement accommodation ## Footnote This allows for flexibility with the Audi-Larm® and universal rescue connection (URC)

Question 38

What must be ensured regarding the pressure relief valve?

Answer 38

Relief holes are clear and free of debris ## Footnote The valve must also be properly secured

Question 39

What should be checked on the Audi-Larme coupling nut?

Answer 39

Inspect for thread damage and ensure the O-ring is present and undamaged ## Footnote The bell must be aligned and screws tight

Question 40

What indicates that the SCBA must be removed from service?

Answer 40

Missing or punctured ORANGE and GREEN tape on the pressure relief device ## Footnote This indicates that the pressure relief device may have activated

Question 41

What is the minimum air cylinder service pressure?

Answer 41

4000 PSI ## Footnote The air cylinder must be within 10% of this rated service pressure

Question 42

How often must carbon-wrapped aluminum air cylinders be hydrostatically tested?

Answer 42

Every five years ## Footnote The hydrostatic test date must be checked

Question 43

What should be checked on the power module housing during a daily check?

Answer 43

For external cracks and secure attachment to the back plate ## Footnote The power module and battery tube must also be securely attached

Question 44

What should be done if the SCBA battery levels are below half?

Answer 44

Replace the batteries ## Footnote All RFPS personnel must ensure battery levels are at a minimum of ½ battery life

Question 45

What should be inspected on the harness components?

Answer 45

For cuts, tears, abrasions, or signs of heat or chemical-related damage ## Footnote This ensures the safety and integrity of the harness

Question 46

Fill in the blank: The latch wing on the air cylinder band should _______.

Answer 46

[open and close properly and hold the air cylinder securely]

Question 47

What may cause the I-HUD LEDs to indicate improperly?

Answer 47

Weak power module batteries ## Footnote This can lead to malfunction during alarm function checks

Question 48

What should be done after replacing the battery compartment cap on the power module?

Answer 48

The BUDDY lights will flash RED and then GREEN ## Footnote The I-HUD LEDs will also flash RED, and the control module will be activated

Question 49

What is required for the high-pressure hose between the Audi-Larm® and first stage regulator?

Answer 49

Inspect for cuts, severe abrasions, or fraying ## Footnote Slight surface scuffing is considered normal

Question 50

True or False: The air cylinder valve gauge must have a clearly visible needle and gauge face.

Answer 50

True

Question 51

What should be done if the URC is loose?

Answer 51

Remove the SCBA from service until the URC is repaired ## Footnote This is critical for safety

Question 52

What should you do if problems persist after a battery change?

Answer 52

Remove the SCBA from service for repairs.

Question 53

How should the second stage regulator be attached to the facepiece?

Answer 53

Hold the facepiece against the face to create an effective seal.

Question 54

What indicates a leak in the facepiece seal or the regulator during the negative pressure test?

Answer 54

Failure to maintain negative pressure.

Question 55

What should you do if the negative pressure test fails continuously?

Answer 55

Remove the SCBA from service until repaired.

Question 56

What happens when the air cylinder valve is opened?

Answer 56

The SCBA is charged with air.

Question 57

What should the Audi-Larm® do when the SCBA is pressurized?

Answer 57

Ring briefly between 50 and 200 PSI.

Question 58

What must be ensured regarding the GREY RELEASE buttons during operation?

Answer 58

They should be pressed and the bypass valve should be off.

Question 59

What should the LCD display show after the control module starts?

Answer 59

The correct icons.

Question 60

What is the acceptable range between the analogue pressure and the air cylinder pressure gauges?

Answer 60

Within 100 PSI (or less) of each other.

Question 61

What should the BUDDY lights on the power module indicate during a successful check?

Answer 61

They should be flashing GREEN.

Question 62

What should happen when air is inhaled while the facepiece is sealed?

Answer 62

Air should flow to produce a positive pressure within the facepiece.

Question 63

What indicates that the PASS device is in pre-alarm mode?

Answer 63

The WHITE PASS button is slowly flashing RED.

Question 64

How can you cancel the alarm while in pre-alarm mode?

Answer 64

Move the PASS device.

Question 65

What visual indicators show that the PASS device has entered full alarm?

Answer 65

BUDDY lights are rapidly flashing RED and WHITE PASS button is rapidly flashing RED.

Question 66

What should be done to reset the PASS device?

Answer 66

Press the YELLOW RESET button two times within one second.

Question 67

How do you manually activate the PASS device?

Answer 67

Press and hold the WHITE PASS button for three seconds.

Question 68

What should be checked after disconnecting the second stage regulator from the facepiece?

Answer 68

Ensure no leakage or pressure loss occurs.

Question 69

What should happen when the bypass valve is opened slowly?

Answer 69

The Audi-Larm® rings at 25% pressure (approx. 1125 PSI).

Question 70

What is the minimum rated service pressure of the air cylinder at the end of function tests?

Answer 70

4000 PSI.

Question 71

Fill in the blank: The air cylinder must be within _______ of the rated service pressure at the end of function tests.

Answer 71

10%.

Question 72

What does the Control Module display when it is locked up?

Answer 72

TAG or DATA continuously ## Footnote This indicates that the control module is non-functional.

Question 73

What may happen if the fob is not held in the correct location during the TAG and OK sequence?

Answer 73

The control module may lock up and become non-functional ## Footnote This emphasizes the importance of proper positioning of the fob.

Question 74

What is indicated by the GREEN FUNCTION button being released too early?

Answer 74

The control module may lock up and become non-functional ## Footnote This is a critical warning for proper operation.

Question 75

What will happen if the GREEN FUNCTION button is released before the TAG and OK sequence is complete?

Answer 75

The control module may not properly record your fob information ## Footnote Accurate fob registration is essential for functionality.

Question 76

How can personnel telemetry data be affected if the control module locks up?

Answer 76

It will not be available to Incident Command at an incident ## Footnote This can impact incident management and response.

Question 77

What is the first step to reset a locked-up control module?

Answer 77

Remove the batteries from the power module for at least 10 seconds ## Footnote This allows the control module to power off completely.

Question 78

What should be done after removing the batteries to reset the control module?

Answer 78

Replace the batteries and reattempt to tag-in to the control module ## Footnote This is necessary for restoring functionality.

Question 79

Fill in the blank: The control module operates with a _____ display.

Answer 79

Normal LCD ## Footnote This refers to the type of display used in the control module.

Question 80

What are the three data points displayed by the control module?

Answer 80

Battery, Telemetry, Cylinder Capacity, Temperature ## Footnote These are crucial for monitoring and operational management.

Question 81

What happens if the Universal Rescue Connection (URC) is loose or misaligned?

Answer 81

The O-ring seal may fail or separate, resulting in a rapid loss of air. ## Footnote An SCBA with a loose or misaligned URC must be removed from service until repaired.

Question 82

When should an air cylinder be removed from service due to damage?

Answer 82

If labels beneath the gel coat have turned brown or black, or if labels on the surface are charred. ## Footnote Scratches or minor damage that does not affect the labels do not require removal.

Question 83

What indicates that an air cylinder needs to be hydrostatically tested?

Answer 83

Damage through the gel coat to the fibreglass composite layer, or exposure of the fibreglass composite layer showing fraying. ## Footnote If it passes the test, the gel coat must be repaired.

Question 84

What conditions require immediate removal of an air cylinder from service?

Answer 84

Exposure of the black carbon fibre layer, severe discolouration of the gel coat, frosting, visible breakage of fibres, or bending, denting, or bulging. ## Footnote Rolling the air cylinder can help identify these issues.

Question 85

What are signs of corrosion or chemical damage on an air cylinder?

Answer 85

Changes in colour or surface texture, bubbling, 'melting/dissolving', or deposits of a foreign substance. ## Footnote These signs indicate severe damage requiring removal from service.

Question 86

What should be referred to for cleaning dirty or contaminated SCBA?

Answer 86

RFPS SOP 231-03 SCBA Maintenance - Cleaning Procedures. ## Footnote This document provides specific guidelines for SCBA cleaning.