CFR 153 - Fire Brigades

On June 18, 1998, federal OSHA promulgated a final rule that corrected or eliminated provisions from various standards (63 FR 33449-33469). These changes were made to correct out of date, duplicative, unnecessary, or inconsistent standards. One of the changes concerns the requirements for negative-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus for members of fire brigades (Ref: 29 CFR 1910.156 - Fire brigades). Paragraph (f)(2)(iii) is amended because NIOSH has certified a positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus, and the 10 month phase-in period has expired. The June 18, 1998, corrections and revisions were adopted verbatim with an effective date of October 8, 1998. 

Also reference SN 63 - Requirements for Workers Who Are Actively Conducting Operations in IDLH Atmospheres, OPN 107 - Enforcement Guidelines for the Hazardous Chemicals Right-to-Know Act, and STD 01-09-003 - Fire Brigades - Fire-Resistive Coats. Additional information and resources can be found on the safety and health topic page for Fire Brigades, Portable Fire Extinguishers and Respiratory Protection. To determine if this rule applies, go to "Do you have a fire brigade or fire department?".