Definition 1.Any of a group of devices that protect the respiratory system from exposure to airborne contaminants; usually a mask with a fitting to cover the nose and mouth. Reference 1.KOREN;
Definition system which supplies fresh air by a high pressure regulator and demand valve to the wearer’s mask from one or more cylinders and releases exhaled air into the ambient atmosphere Reference "COM-EN based on:Rosenbauer > Respiratory protection, http://www.resansil.com/english/rosenbauer/equipamiento/equipos_de_respiracion.pdf [1.12.2011]"
Comment The apparatus consists of a harness and carrying frame for mounting the assembly onto the body, shoulder straps and a waist belt, an audible warning device, a pressure air cylinder and a full face mask.
Definition appareil respiratoire qui comporte une bouteille d'air ou d'oxygène sous forte pression, une valve pulmo-commande automatique reliée à la bouteille, un ensemble couvre-face et tuyau avec une ou plusieurs valves expiratoires et un système de bretelles pour fixation sur le dos Reference Encyclopédie BIT,1974,p.1308