Chapter 4
Donning and Doffing
100 SAFETY FIRST Edition 1 – December 2019
MSA G1 Electronic Breathing Apparatus
Step Description Illustration
2.4 Fasten chest strap, ensuring it is
under
the
medium pressure hose and control module.
Adjust and tighten as required.
2.5 Place the neck strap of the mask over the head.
Ensure neck strap is touching the neck, and is not on the outside of the flash
hood.
2.6 Bend slightly forward; resting the carrier frame on the back.
2.7 Pull down on the shoulder strap pull tabs to
tighten straps.
2.8 Stand up straight.
2.9 Fasten the waist belt.
Reach around to the hips locate the tabs and
pull forward to tighten.
Most of the BA weight should be carried on the hips.