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By Mark van der Feyst
Every SCBA is equipped with batteries to help it operate vital functions. Batteries can be located within the face piece, the chest gauge, the harness and also in any attachments.
When the batteries fail, so does the device. It is important to check the status of the batteries to ensure they are in good working condition. This can be done when the SCBA is being checked in by the operator. Check with the manufacturer’s manual to see how you can test the batteries.