As used in this part 23, unless the context otherwise requires: “Director” means the director of the division. “Division” means the division of fire prevention and control in the department of public safety created in this article 33.5. “DOT” means the United States department of transportation. “NIOSH” means the national institute for occupational safety and […]
On and after January 1, 2020, a person shall not sell, lease, or offer for use in the state an SCBA that contains or incorporates a pressure vessel unless the vessel is: Certified as meeting all applicable standards promulgated by DOT or NIOSH and any standards adopted by the director by rule; and Within its […]
As the director deems necessary for the protection of firefighters and others using any self-contained breathing apparatus, the director may promulgate rules to establish and enforce standards for the inspection, certification, and use of the apparatus. The rules must incorporate or recognize current DOT or NIOSH standards for certification and recertification of pressure vessels with […]
