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Training and qualifications
4.4 Training and qualifications
Operator errors caused by inadequate qualifications can cause serious ac-
cidents or endanger the success of the operation. Safe operations can be
assured only when operation and consistent maintenance of the product is
performed exclusively by specially trained personnel.
Only qualified training by experienced firefighting experts and continuous
practice of operating procedures ensure safe operations.
One-time instruction is not sufficient!
The product may only be operated by persons who have successfully com-
pleted appropriate firefighting training.
The operator is responsible for defining responsibilities and supervision of
personnel as well as for adequate instruction and training according to ap-
plicable regulations.
Even during operation, make sure that persons without technical knowl-
edge never operate the product.
Personnel must exhibit physical and mental aptitude. Minors and persons
without firefighting training may not operate the product.
Modifications and conversions to the product may be performed only with
written authorization from Rosenbauer and must be performed by a manu-
facturer-authorised person.
4.5 General safety instructions
The following instructions give an overview of how the product is used safe-
ly. This general overview will be supplemented by the safety instructions in
the individual chapters.
Take note of general danger possibilities that could occur when handling
machines.
Use the prescribed personal protective equipment.
Make sure that the product corresponds to the respective valid safety reg-
ulations and the local fire departments guidelines and is always operation-
ally ready.
On contact with dangerous chemicals (e.g. dry powder) make sure that the
manufacturer's safety datasheets and information is followed.
Dry powder and foam compound can endanger the environment.
► Do not dispose of dry powder and foam compound in bodies of water
or in the sewage system.
Foam compound and dry powder in particular are very corrosive.
► Carefully clean the product of extinguishing agent residue after every
operation.
Should emergencies occur where people are injured, appropriate first aid
measures must be taken. If necessary, emergency personnel are to be
called to provide professional treatment.
Observe the operation and maintenance manuals of additional products.
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