SCBA Respirators Training Online
Learn how to safely use self-contained breathing apparatus respirators in immediately dangerous atmospheres. Complete the knowledge portion of SCBA training based on 29 CFR 1910.134.
- Unlimited exam retakes
- Mobile access
- Certificate available immediately after successful completion
- Group / business enrollment available
Not sure which course you need?
- You need broader respiratory protection trainingRespiratory Protection
- You need focused education about the fit testing processRespiratory Fit Testing Online Training
Knowledge for Life-Saving Respiratory Equipment
Self-contained breathing apparatus respirators provide the highest level of respiratory protection by supplying clean breathing air independent of the surrounding atmosphere. Workers in oxygen-deficient or immediately dangerous to life or health environments must understand how these devices work and how to respond in an emergency.
This course teaches the essential knowledge addressed by OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard. Learn when SCBAs are used, how to inspect and don a unit, how to monitor the air supply, and how equipment is maintained.
SCBA Fundamentals and Selection
Understand what an SCBA respirator is, when one must be used, how it protects you in dangerous atmospheres, and the different types of SCBA units.
Medical Clearance and Fit Testing
Learn why medical clearance and fit testing are required, how the correct facepiece is selected, and what must happen before you begin work.
Inspection, Donning, and Seal Checks
Review pre-use inspections, proper donning, user seal checks, and what to do when a facepiece does not seal correctly.
Safe Use and Emergency Procedures
Learn to monitor your air supply, maintain the facepiece seal, follow buddy-system protocols, and respond correctly during emergencies.
Respiratory Protection for High-Hazard Environments
Designed for employees required or assigned to use self-contained breathing apparatus in oxygen-deficient or IDLH atmospheres.
Interior structural firefighters and emergency responders who use SCBA equipment.
Hazardous materials response team members who enter contaminated atmospheres.
Workers responding to chemical spills, confined-space emergencies, or toxic releases.
Employees in oxygen-deficient spaces, chemical plants, or environments with toxic atmospheres.
Workers entering permit-required confined spaces where SCBA use is necessary.
Technicians working where atmosphere-supplying respiratory protection is required.
Online Knowledge Training Within a Complete Program
The Respiratory Protection Standard requires employers to provide comprehensive, understandable training to employees who use respirators, including SCBA users, and repeat that training annually or more often when necessary.
This course covers the essential information SCBA users must understand: how equipment works, when it is used, inspection and use procedures, emergency protocols, and maintenance requirements.
Federal OSHA Standard
Based on 29 CFR 1910.134 Respiratory Protection for general industry, shipyards, marine terminals, longshoring, and construction.
Online Course Access
Complete the knowledge training on a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access.
Unlimited Exam Retakes
Study at your own pace and retake the final assessment as often as needed at no additional cost.
Instant Certificate
Receive your Certificate of Completion online after successfully completing the course and assessment.
Online Education Does Not Replace Hands-On SCBA Training
This online course delivers the knowledge portion of training. Employers remain responsible for the complete respiratory protection program and practical instruction on assigned equipment.
What This Online Course Provides
- Knowledge training on SCBA fundamentals, types, selection, capabilities, and limitations
- Instruction on inspection, donning, user seal checks, air-supply monitoring, emergencies, and maintenance
- Education about medical clearance, fit testing, and the requirements that apply before SCBA use
- A final assessment with unlimited retakes and an immediate Certificate of Completion
What the Employer Must Still Provide
- A medical evaluation by a physician or licensed healthcare professional before SCBA use
- Initial and annual fit testing with the specific make, model, style, and size of facepiece used at work
- Hands-on practice with the assigned SCBA, including donning, doffing, seal checks, and emergency procedures
- A written respiratory protection program with worksite-specific procedures and a qualified administrator
- Hazard assessment, appropriate respirator selection, maintenance, program evaluation, and required records
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“The course broke down respiratory protection requirements clearly and gave me more confidence reviewing equipment procedures with our team.”
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Understand SCBA operation, inspection, use, emergency procedures, and maintenance. Complete the course online and receive your Certificate of Completion after passing.
Employers must separately provide medical evaluation, fit testing, hands-on equipment training, and a complete written respiratory protection program.