prEN 13794

Respiratory protective devices - Self-contained closed-circuit devices for escape - Requirements, testing and marking prEN 13794

Scope

This European Standard specifies minimum requirements for self-contained closed-circuit breathing RPDs for escape (short: oxygen escape RPD):
- chemical oxygen type,
- Potassium superoxide (KO2),
- Sodium chlorate (NaClO3) and
- compressed oxygen type.
This European Standard does not apply to RPD for work and rescue and to diving apparatus.
Laboratory and practical performance tests are included for the assessment of compliance with the requirements.

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