Nfpa 1989

NFPA 1989 Standard on Breathing Air Quality for Emergency Services Respiratory Protection 2008 EDITION
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) released a new standard December 31, 2007. TheNFPA 1989 standard is a copyrighted document so we cannot include the full text but we have highlighted some of the significant changes. To find this new NFPA document, visit www.nfpa.org, search NFPA1989, scroll down to the bottom to view 2008 document. New Air Quality Requirements
Analyte Oxygen Carbon Monoxide Carbon Dioxide Condensed Oil Mist and Particulate Dewpoint Water Total HydrocarbonsTotal Non-methane Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) Odor Nitrogen NFPA 1989 2008 Edition Specification Limits 19.5-23.5 % 5 ppm 1000 ppm 2.0 mg/m 24 ppm
No requirement to report measurement
3NFPA 1989 2003 Edition Specification Limits 19.5-23.5 % 10 ppm 1000 ppm 5 mg/m
3

No requirement to report measurement

-65ºF 24 ppm 25 ppm
No requirement to report measurement No/slight odoracceptable No requirement to report measurement

25 ppm
No/slight odor acceptable

75-81 %

Air Quality Periodic Requirements Quarterly air analysis of samples shall be tested by an accreditedlaboratory and when contamination is suspected. Air Samples Air samples shall be taken downstream from purification components and prior to air storage cylinders. It is acceptable to use a remote fillhose or air sampling port, if samples are not able to be collected from the inside the containment fill station. Special Testing and Procedures for Maintenance Conditions Air samples shall be collectedbefore and after changing the purification components or other times when breathing air contamination could occur, such as, after any alterations, maintenance, repair or relocation. Passing testresults shall be received before returning the air compressor to service. Online Report Access Use TRI’s online report access to receive your results in 24 hours after receipt of sample To request access...