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PPE & SCBA

MSA G1 SCBA features, air management and buddy-light reference, RIT pack / Quick-Fill, and extinguisher types.

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MSA G1 SCBA Features

MSA G1 — Self Contained Breathing Apparatus

  • SCBA to two-way-radio voice communication via Bluetooth
  • Dual microphones built within the regulator for clear communication while eliminating background noise
  • Quick-Connect system
  • Powers all lights, communications and controls from one source
  • Interchangeable battery types — alkaline C-cell or lithium ion rechargeable
  • Battery location places weight low and close to the back for optimum balance
MSA G1 SCBA overview with facepiece, pack, regulator, and APX radio.
MSA G1 SCBA overview from the official handbook.
MSA G1 regulator dual microphone and speaker module Bluetooth voice communication reference.
G1 regulator and speaker module voice communication reference.
02

Air Management & Buddy Lights

  • Tap either green button (one time) for time remaining — displays minutes until 0 psi.
  • After 3 minutes of breathing, the G1 calculates cylinder air and breathing rate for time remaining.
  • After the first 3 minutes, time remaining updates every 30 seconds.
MSA G1 control module air management and buddy light reference.
G1 control module, alarm states, and buddy-light reference.
03

RIT Pack / Quick-Fill

36" High Pressure Hose with FML UAC Fittings. Acts as a RIT Pack to deliver air via Quick-Fill.

MSA G1 universal rescue connection and Quick-Fill RIT pack reference.
G1 universal rescue connection and Quick-Fill RIT pack reference.
04

Extinguisher Types

TypeDetails
The Can (Stored Pressure)2A · 100 psi · 2.5 gallons water
CO2195 psi
Purple K (Dry Chem)30-45 lbs full
Recognition reference showing the Can, CO2, and Purple K extinguishers carried on OFD apparatus.
Recognition reference for the extinguisher types carried on OFD apparatus.
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