EN 1146:2005 Respiratory protective devices - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus incorporating a hood for escape - Requirements, testing, marking

This European Standard has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 79 "Respiratory protective devices", the secretatiat of which is held by DIN. This European Standard was approved by CEN on 22 July 2005. This European Standard supersedes EN 1146:1997. — 31 p.
This European Standard specifies minimum requirements for self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus for escape only, incorporating a hood. Such equipment is intended for use in work situations where the risk on overpressurisation of the pressure vessels with their valves due to hot environmental conditions is low.
This document does not apply to apparatus for work or to diving devices.