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EEBD & SCBA Breathing Equipment Service
Inspection, maintenance and air charging for EEBD and SCBA emergency breathing equipment. Manufacturer-certified service for Dräger, MSA Safety, Interspiro and Scott/3M.
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Leading Brands
SOLAS
II-2 Compliant
30+
Minutes SCBA Air Supply
ship
On-Board Service
SOLAS II-2/13
Escape Equipment
EEBD — Emergency Escape Breathing Device
Hood-type breathing device with continuous airflow for emergency evacuation only. Provides 10-15 minutes of breathable air. Automatically activates when donned. Not for firefighting, entering holds, or oxygen-deficient spaces.
- Hood-type, continuous airflow (constant-flow)
- Duration: 10-15 minutes
- For emergency evacuation only
- Compliant with SOLAS II-2/13, FSS Code Ch.3, EN 1146 & MSC/Circ.849
SOLAS II-2/10
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
SCBA — Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Full-face mask with pressure regulator and high-pressure air cylinder for firefighting and entering hazardous environments. Minimum 1,200 litres / 30 minutes operation per FSS Code Chapter 3. Warning whistle at ≤200 litres remaining.
- Full-face mask with demand valve
- Duration: 30+ minutes (1,200L min)
- Firefighting & entering hazardous spaces
- Compliant with SOLAS II-2/10, EN 137, ISO 23269-2 & NFPA 1981
EEBD Type Comparison
Three common EEBD types in the maritime industry with different technical specifications
SOLAS Requirements
International regulations and Vietnamese standards on breathing equipment provision and maintenance
EEBD Provision (SOLAS II-2/13.3.4 & MSC/Circ.849): Cargo ships: minimum 2 EEBDs + 1 spare in accommodation areas; additional in engine room. Passenger ships (>36 passengers): minimum 4 EEBDs per main vertical zone + 2 spares.
SCBA Provision (SOLAS II-2/10.10 & FSS Code Ch.3): Minimum 2 firefighter outfits (including SCBA) on cargo ships; 4 on tankers. Air cylinder minimum 1,200 litres, ≥30 minutes, warning whistle at ≤200 litres.
Weekly Inspection (MSC.1/Circ.1432): Cylinder pressure gauge checked weekly. SCBA: overall visual inspection and stowage location check.
Annual Maintenance (MSC.1/Circ.1432, amended by MSC.1/Circ.1516): Full inspection by manufacturer-certified technician. Air quality analysis per EN 12021:2014.
Cylinder Hydrostatic Testing: Steel/aluminium/carbon cylinders: every 5 years. Fibreglass/Kevlar composite: every 3 years. Composite cylinders must be retired at 15 years.
Training (SOLAS II-2/15 & ISM Code): Regular EEBD and SCBA usage training. Since 01/05/2018, at least 1 dedicated training EEBD must be available on board.
Vietnamese Regulations (QCVN 42:2015/BGTVT): National technical regulation enforced by Vietnam Register (VR). SOLAS compliant, recognised by DNV, Lloyd's, BV, NK.
Detailed Maintenance Procedures
Standard procedures per SOLAS & IMO requirements
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance intervals per IMO MSC.1/Circ.1432 (amended by MSC.1/Circ.1516), MSC/Circ.849, NFPA 1852, ISO 9809 and manufacturer guidelines
| Interval | EEBD | SCBA | Applicable Regulations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly | Check cylinder pressure gauge, verify stowage per fire plan | Check cylinder pressure, overall visual inspection, stowage location | MSC.1/Circ.1432 §6.1 (Fire protection maintenance) |
| Monthly | Stowage condition, seals intact, storage case undamaged | Mask condition, harness, PASS battery, hose connections | MSC.1/Circ.1432 §6.2 + Manufacturer (OEM) guidelines |
| Annually | Full inspection by certified technician: hood, auto-activation, valves, air recharge | Flow test, EN 12021 air analysis, regulator, demand valve, cylinder recharge | MSC.1/Circ.1432 (amended MSC.1/Circ.1516) + MSC/Circ.849 (EEBD) + NFPA 1852 (SCBA) |
| 3 Years | — | Hydrostatic test for fibreglass/Kevlar composite cylinders | EN 1802 + DOT 49 CFR 180.205 (composite cylinders) |
| 5 Years | Hydrostatic test for compressed air cylinders (steel/aluminium/carbon) | Hydrostatic test for steel/aluminium/carbon fibre cylinders | ISO 9809 + DOT 49 CFR 180.205 + EN 1802 |
| 8 Years | Filter EEBD (Dräger PARAT): replace filter/kit — extends life by 8 years | — | Dräger Service Manual (PARAT 7500/7520) — OEM specific |
| 15 Years | Compressed air EEBD: composite cylinder end of life — must be condemned. Chemical EEBD (Ocenco): service life expired | Composite cylinder maximum service life — must be replaced. Steel/aluminium cylinders: evaluate for continued use | DOT 49 CFR 180.209 (composite service life) + CGA C-6.2 + OEM guidelines |
Critical PSC Checkpoints
Why Choose AZMarine
Manufacturer-certified expert team
Dräger
Germany
EEBD: Saver CF15, CF15 SE, PP15 | SCBA: PSS 7000, PSS 5000, FPS 7000
MSA Safety
USA
SCBA: G1, M1, AirMaXX | Thermal imaging tích hợp, PASS
Interspiro
Sweden
SCBA: QS II, S-series | SCBA hàng hải nhẹ, kính rộng
Scott/3M & Ocenco
USA
SCBA: Air-Pak X3 Pro, Sigma 2 | EEBD: Ocenco M-20.2, EBA 6.5
SOLAS II-2/10 & II-2/13
Reg.10 (firefighting/SCBA) & Reg.13 (escape/EEBD)
EN 137 / EN 1146 / EN 12021
SCBA (EN 137), EEBD hood (EN 1146), Breathing air (EN 12021:2014)
IMO MSC.1/Circ.1432
Fire protection maintenance (amended MSC.1/Circ.1516) & MSC/Circ.849
OEM & VR Certified
Authorised Dräger/MSA station. VR (QCVN 42:2015/BGTVT)
ISO 23269 / ISO 9809
Shipboard breathing equipment & High-pressure gas cylinders
NFPA 1981 / 1852
SCBA performance & SCBA maintenance (US standards)
AZMarine's SCBA and EEBD maintenance service always meets standards. Technicians have deep knowledge of Dräger and MSA equipment. Certifications are up to standard, passing PSC inspection with ease.
FAQ
EEBD is a hood-type device for escape only (EN 1146), providing 10-15 minutes. SCBA is a full breathing apparatus with mask and pressure regulator (EN 137), minimum 1,200 litres / 30 minutes — for firefighting and rescue. Both are mandatory on all international vessels.
Weekly: pressure check. Monthly: stowage, mask, harness. Annually: full professional inspection, EN 12021 air analysis. 3-5 years: cylinder hydrostatic test (3 years composite, 5 years steel). 15 years: composite cylinder end of life.
Yes. Technicians perform periodic inspections, flow tests, cylinder recharging, and parts replacement on board while berthed. Cylinder hydrostatic testing must be done at an authorised shore facility.
Dräger (Saver CF15, PSS 7000), MSA Safety (G1, M1), Interspiro (QS II), Scott/3M (Air-Pak X3) and Ocenco (M-20.2). All using genuine OEM spare parts.
A pressure test verifying cylinder integrity by filling with water and pressurising above working pressure (ISO 9809 / EN 1802). 5 years for steel/aluminium/carbon cylinders; 3 years for composite. Composite cylinders have a maximum service life of 15 years.
Per EN 12021:2014 (stricter than Grade D): O₂ 21±1%, CO ≤5ppm, CO₂ ≤500ppm, oil ≤0.5mg/m³, dew point at least 5°C below operating temperature (typically ≤-11°C). Tested with calibrated dedicated air analysis equipment.
PSC checks: EEBD quantity and location per fire control plan, cylinder pressure, valid service labels, intact storage cases, sufficient SCBA sets, cylinders fully charged (≥90%), working warning whistle, crew able to demonstrate use. Deficiencies may lead to vessel detention.
Filter-type EEBDs (e.g. Dräger PARAT 7500) are not SOLAS approved for ships as they require an environment with O₂ ≥17%. On vessels, fire or gas leaks can cause oxygen depletion, so only compressed air or chemical EEBDs meet SOLAS. Filter types are only for onshore industrial use.
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