SAFETY INFORMATION
8 P/N 595390-01 Rev B 202003
3M Scott Full Facepieces
The following safety directives, warnings, and cautions apply to 3M Scott full facepieces. For safety information
specific to 3M Scott Air-Pak respirators, see the operating and maintenance instructions provided with the respirator.
• Improper use of this equipment may result in serious injury or death. Improper use includes, but is not limited to,
use without adequate training, disregard of the warnings and instructions contained herein, and failure to inspect
and maintain this equipment. Read and understand all instructions before attempting to operate or service this
equipment.
• The information in this instruction is meant to supplement — not replace — the instructions, training, supervision,
maintenance, and other elements of your organized respiratory protection program.
• Use this equipment only in conjunction with an organized respiratory protection program that complies with the
requirements of the following:
• American National Standard Practices for Respiratory Protection, Z88.2-2015, available from American
National Standards Institute, Inc., 1430 Broadway, New York, NY, 10018
• OSHA Safety and Health Standard 29 CFR 1910, Paragraph 134, available from the US Department of Labor,
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• Other pertinent nationally recognized standards, such as those of the US Coast Guard or the Department of
Defense
• This equipment is designed and intended to function properly in reasonable/ordinary firefighting conditions. The
functionality of this equipment may be compromised by extreme fire conditions.
• Training is required before use of this equipment. Use this equipment only if you have been trained in its use and
only in conjunction with an organized respiratory protection program. Do not use this equipment for purposes
other than those authorized by your respiratory protection program. Do not use this equipment underwater.
• Fit testing is required to determine the correct facepiece for each user. The Respiratory Protection Program
Manager or Safety Coordinator must assist the user in selecting the correct facepiece size relative to the user’s
facial features and dimensions. Prior to use, fit testing must be performed with any approved 3M Scott accessory
that will be installed on the facepiece, such as communications devices or thermal imaging systems. See
“Appendix A: Facepiece Fitting” on page 27.
Warnings and Cautions
WARNING
To reduce the risks associated with exposure to contaminants, which, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death:
The contaminant must be identified, and effectively removed or contaminated components must be
removed and disposed of in accordance with applicable regulations.
CAUTION
To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination, which, if not avoided, could result in
minor to moderate injury:
Dispose of all system components, including battery (when provided), in accordance with applicable local
laws and government regulations.
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