6
Maintaining the Escape Hood
OSHA regulations (29CFR, Part 1910.134) require that the user establish a maintenance program. This program must
include cleaning and disinfecting, component inspection, and replacement of worn or damaged parts.
6.1
Cleaning and Disinfecting
WARNING!
Inspect the apparatus after it has been cleaned and disinfected. Be careful that you do not breathe or touch the
contaminant in handling the apparatus or its parts. Use equipment designed to protect you from the specific contaminant.
Failure to follow this warning can result in exposure to the contaminant, and cause serious personal injury or
death.
Depending on the cleaning policy adopted, either a designated person or the user should clean the apparatus. ANSI
suggests that users should be trained in the cleaning procedure. Prepare the apparatus for cleaning and sanitizing as
follows:
US
d. Attach the carrier strap hook to the D-ring and adjust the strap to your
waist size.
1. Make sure that the cylinder valve is fully closed.
2. Remove the excess contaminant from the apparatus.
3. Unscrew the hose nut and pull the hose fitting out of the hood inlet.
4. Remove the muffler from the hood.
6 Maintaining the Escape Hood
10