Section 408.17309. Definitions; Q to V.  


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  • (1) "Quick disconnect valve" means a device which starts  the flow of air by inserting the hose from the facepiece into the regulator of the self-contained breathing apparatus and stops the flow of air by disconnecting the hose from the regulator.

    (2)     "Training"  means  the  process   of  making  proficient   through instruction and hands-on practice in the operation of equipment  that   is expected to be used and in the performance of assigned duties.

    (3)   "Vapor barrier" means the material used to prevent or substantially inhibit the transfer of water, corrosive liquids, or steam or  other   hot vapors from the outside of the garment to the wearer's body.

History: 1984 AACS.