Safety Alert
Risk of MSA SavOx units catching fire if the wearer does not follow start up procedures
Risk of MSA SavOx units catching fire if the wearer does not follow start up procedures
- HSE
- Safety Alert
- SID1-2012
- Competence and TrainingHot Work and FirePersonal Protective Equipment
- Fire
- Breathing apparatus
- Competence and trainingOperating and work procedures
- Construction
Summary
This alert describes an MSA SavOx oxygen self-rescuer fire after a coal-mine evacuation, with no injuries. The starter apparently activated when the already hot unit was picked up, supplying additional oxygen. It calls for user training and competence assessment, emphasising correct activation before inserting the mouthpiece.
Classifications: Fire; fire safety.
Classifications: Breathing apparatus; SCBA; self-contained breathing apparatus.
Classifications: Competence and training; competency assurance; safety training.
Classifications: Operating and work procedures.
Classifications: Construction; construction industry.
Summary
The alert warns that certain self-contained breathing apparatus units may catch fire if startup procedures are not followed.
SID1-2012. Themes: competence and training, hot work and fire, personal protective equipment.