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CITY OF SAN LUIS OBI SS PO
FROM: Robert F. Neumann, Fire Chi/9
Prepared By: Viv R. Dilts, Management Assistant and
Roy Damas, Fire Engineer
SUBJECT: SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS UNIT (SCBA)
REPLACEMENT & FACE PIECE ACQUISITION
CAO RECOMMENDATION
Approve Specification #90312 for the purchase of 35 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
(SCBA) units and 25 additional individual face masks, authorize soliciting of bids and authorize
contract award by the CAO if the proposed contract amount is less than $112,500.
DISCUSSION
The 2001-03 Financial Plan includes funding to replace 45 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
(SCBA) units this fiscal year, at a cost of$112,500. After researching this equipment, staff is
recommending replacing only 35 SCBA units and purchasing an additional 25 new face masks.
Why Purchase 35 SCBA Units and 25 New Face Masks instead of the 45 SCBA units
requested?
When the request was first made, units in service were assigned to a piece of equipment with
generic one-size fits all face masks. Under these circumstances, the replacement of 45 SCBA
units was appropriate. However, since the initial budget request was made, a requirement has
caused the department to implement a Respiratory Protection Program in accordance with
California Code of Regulations, sections 3409 and 5144. This program establishes Departmental
policy, responsibilities, and requirements for the protection of firefighters whose job requires the
use of respiratory protection. As part of this policy, each Firefighter will be required to have an
individual face mask.
Why are Individual Face Masks Important?
■ An effective face mask seal is extremely important when using protective equipment. Minor
leakage can allow contaminants to enter the face masks. Face masks now come in sizes to
ensure proper face mask seal. Each Firefighter will be required to pass a face mask size fit
test during initial and annual training.
■ There will be equipment accountability and continuity. Each Firefighter will be assured that
their face mask is cleaned, disinfected, and ready for use at all times.
Council Agenda Report—SCBA Unit Replacement and Face Piece Acquisition
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FISCAL IMPACT
Even though the 2001-03 Financial Plan approved $112,500 for these purchases, it should be
noted that on September 17, 2001 the Fire Department received notification that a grant
application submitted under FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program for SCBA
replacement units had been approved. The federal grant amount is $102,150.
ALTERNATIVE
As the grant has a time restriction, not purchasing in a timely manner places the City in jeopardy
of losing $102,150 in grant funding.
Council Reading File:
Specification#90312 Invitation for Bid Package
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