SIST EN 14529:2006
(Main)Respiratory protective devices - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with half mask designed to include a positive pressure lung governed demand valve for escape purposes only
General Information
- Abstract
This European Standard specifies minimum requirements for self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with half mask designed to include a positive pressure lung governed demand valve for escape purposes only.
Such equipment is intended for use in work situations where the risk on overpressurisation of the pressure vessels with their valves due to hot environmental conditions is low.
This European Standard does not apply to apparatus for work and rescue or to diving apparatus.
Laboratory and practical performance tests are included for the assessment of compliance with the requirements.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Dec-2005
- Technical Committee
- OVP - Personal protecting equipment
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Jan-2006
- Due Date
- 01-Jan-2006
- Completion Date
- 01-Jan-2006
- Directive
- 2016/425 - Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment and repealing Council Directive 89/686/EECOJ Ref: C 113 OJ Date: 27-Mar-2018
89/686/EEC - Personal protective equipment (PPE)OJ Ref: C 91 OJ Date: 19-Apr-2006
Overview
SIST EN 14529:2006 establishes essential safety and performance requirements for respiratory protective devices, specifically focusing on self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with a half mask, which incorporates a positive pressure lung governed demand valve, intended exclusively for escape purposes. The standard addresses minimum performance benchmarks, ergonomic considerations, and testing protocols to ensure the reliability and effectiveness of these escape breathing apparatus in low-fire or non-extreme heat environments, where the risk of overpressurization is minimal. It does not cover apparatus used for routine work, rescue, or diving operations.
Key Topics
Scope and Limitations
- The standard is expressly for escape-only compressed air breathing apparatus with half mask and does not extend to work, rescue, or diving scenarios.
- Equipment is designed for low risk environments regarding pressure vessel overpressurization due to heat.
Design and Safety Requirements
- Stipulates safety requirements for construction materials, eliminating the use of certain metals (aluminum, magnesium, titanium) in exposed parts.
- Ensures devices prevent accidental closure of air supply during use and require secure, leak-tight connections.
- Specifies carrying containers that protect against corrosion and environmental exposure.
- All materials in contact with the skin or breathable air must not cause irritation.
Performance and Testing
- Rigorous laboratory and practical performance tests including tests for leak tightness, breathing resistance, mechanical strength, temperature performance, and flammability resistance.
- Devices must maintain positive pressure within the mask to prevent inward leakage.
- Rated working duration is classified in 5-minute increments, up to a maximum of 30 minutes, based on simulated escape tests.
Marking and User Information
- Apparatus must be clearly marked with manufacturer details, rated duration, serial numbers, pressure limits, and purpose (escape only).
- Manufacturers are required to supply clear usage and maintenance instructions with each device.
Applications
Breathing apparatus covered by SIST EN 14529:2006 are primarily used in industrial and occupational settings where potential atmospheric contamination demands reliable respiratory escape protection. Typical applications include:
- Emergency Escape in Industrial Facilities: Used where hazardous gas, vapor, or oxygen deficiency could occur, such as chemical plants, refineries, and laboratories.
- Confined Spaces: Provides life-saving respiratory protection for personnel needing rapid egress from enclosed or partially enclosed spaces due to sudden release of contaminants.
- Compliance and Worker Safety: Facilitates organizational adherence to EU workplace health and safety directives, enhancing worker preparedness and reducing occupational risk.
The apparatus is not suitable for extended work, rescue, or diving but is essential for emergency egress plans and preparedness strategies where reliable, autonomous breathing protection is needed for short durations.
Related Standards
Several related European and international standards provide complementary technical specifications, testing methods, or terminology relevant to respiratory protective devices:
- EN 140:1998 - Half masks and quarter masks requirements, testing, and marking
- EN 132:1998 - Definitions of terms and pictograms for respiratory protective devices
- EN 12021 - Compressed air for breathing apparatus
- EN 1964 series / EN 1975 / EN 12245 - Specifications for the design and construction of gas cylinders for compressed air apparatus
- EN 13274 series - Methods of test for practical performance, breathing resistance, and flammability
Selecting the correct escape breathing apparatus in accordance with SIST EN 14529:2006 ensures compliance with European safety regulations and supports rapid, effective emergency response in hazardous environments.
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- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
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- 28-Jan-2026
- Refers
SIST EN 12021:2014 - Respiratory protective devices - Compressed gases for breathing apparatus - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 14529:2006 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Respiratory protective devices - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with half mask designed to include a positive pressure lung governed demand valve for escape purposes only". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies minimum requirements for self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with half mask designed to include a positive pressure lung governed demand valve for escape purposes only. Such equipment is intended for use in work situations where the risk on overpressurisation of the pressure vessels with their valves due to hot environmental conditions is low. This European Standard does not apply to apparatus for work and rescue or to diving apparatus. Laboratory and practical performance tests are included for the assessment of compliance with the requirements.
This European Standard specifies minimum requirements for self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with half mask designed to include a positive pressure lung governed demand valve for escape purposes only. Such equipment is intended for use in work situations where the risk on overpressurisation of the pressure vessels with their valves due to hot environmental conditions is low. This European Standard does not apply to apparatus for work and rescue or to diving apparatus. Laboratory and practical performance tests are included for the assessment of compliance with the requirements.
SIST EN 14529:2006 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.340.30 - Respiratory protective devices. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 14529:2006 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 134:1998, SIST EN 1946-2:2000, SIST EN 13274-3:2002, SIST EN 148-3:1999, SIST EN 148-2:1999, SIST EN 13274-2:2001, SIST EN 140:1999, SIST EN 132:1999, SIST EN 1946-1:2000, SIST EN 1946-3:2000, SIST EN ISO 7866:2012, SIST EN 13274-4:2001, SIST EN 12021:2014, SIST EN 148-1:2019, SIST EN 12245:2022. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 14529:2006 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2016/425, 89/686/EEC, 93/68/EEC, 93/95/EEC, 96/58/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/031. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Respiratory protective devices - Self-contained open-circuit compressed air breathing apparatus with half mask designed to include a positive pressure lung governed demand valve for escape purposes onlyAppareils de protection respiratoire - Appareils de protection respiratoire autonomes a circuit ouvert, a air comprimé avec demi-masque et soupape a la demande a commande a la premiere inspiration, a pression positive, pour l'évacuation uniquementAtemschutzgeräte - Behältergeräte mit Druckluft (Pressluftatmer) mit Halbmaske in der Ausführung mit einem Überdrucklungenautomaten nur für Fluchtzwecke13.340.30Varovalne dihalne napraveRespiratory protective devicesICS:SIST EN 14529:2006enTa slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14529:200501-januar-2006SIST EN 14529:2006SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 14529August 2005ICS 13.340.30 English VersionRespiratory protective devices - Self-contained open-circuitcompressed air breathing apparatus with half mask designed toinclude a positive pressure lung governed demand valve forescape purposes onlyAppareils de protection respiratoire - Appareils deprotection respiratoire autonomes à circuit ouvert, à aircomprimé avec demi-masque et soupape à la demande àcommande à la première inspiration, à pression positive,pour l'évacuation uniquementAtemschutzgeräte - Behältergeräte mit Druckluft(Pressluftatmer) mit Halbmaske in der Ausführung miteinem Überdrucklungenautomaten nur für FluchtzweckeThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 1 July 2005.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia,Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
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Methods of measurement of the insulation resistance of the carrying container.21 Annex B (informative)
Marking.24 Annex ZA (informative)
Clauses of this European Standard addressing essential requirements or other provisions of EU Directives.25 Annex ZB (informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 97/23/EC (PED).26
EN 132:1998, Respiratory protective devices – Definitions of terms and pictograms EN 134:1998, Respiratory protective devices - Nomenclature of components EN 140:1998, Respiratory protective devices – Half mask and quarter masks – Requirements, testing, marking EN 148-1, Respiratory protective devices - Threads for facepieces - Part 1: Standard thread connection EN 148-2, Respiratory protective devices - Threads for facepieces - Part 2: Centre thread connection EN 148-3, Respiratory protective devices - Threads for facepieces - Part 3: Thread connection for M 45 x 3 EN 1964-1, Transportable gas cylinders — Specification for the design and construction of refillable transportable seamless steel gas cylinders of water capacities from 0,5 litre up to and including 150 litres — Part 1: Cylinders made of seamless steel with an Rm value of less than 1100 MPa EN 1964-2, Transportable gas cylinders — Specification for the design and construction of refillable transportable seamless steel gas cylinders of water capacities from 0,5 litre up to and including 150 litres — Part 2: Cylinders made of seamless steel with an Rm value of 1100 MPa and above EN 1964-3, Transportable gas cylinders — Specification for the design and construction of refillable transportable seamless steel gas cylinders of water capacity from 0,5 litre up to and including 150 litres — Part 3: Cylinders made of seamless stainless steel with an Rm value of less than 1100 MPa EN 1975, Transportable gas cylinders - Specification for the design and construction of refillable transportable seamless aluminium and aluminium alloy gas cylinders of capacity from 0, 5 litre up to 150 litre EN 12021, Respiratory protective devices - Compressed air for breathing apparatus EN 12245, Transportable gas cylinders - Fully wrapped composite cylinders EN 13274-2:2001, Respiratory protective devices - Methods of test - Part 2: Practical performance tests EN 13274-3:2001, Respiratory protective devices - Methods of test - Part 3: Determination of breathing resistance
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