Question 130Safety & Environmental - 1st Asst/Chief

The correct answer is C) Self-contained breathing apparatus. According to the US Coast Guard regulations, the fireman's (emergency) outfit must include a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to provide the user with a reliable supply of clean air in an emergency situation where the surrounding atmosphere may be hazardous or oxygen-deficient. The other options are not required components of the fireman's outfit. A chemical protection face shield, while useful for certain situations, is not a mandatory item. An approved work vest is part of the normal personal flotation device requirements, not the specific fireman's outfit. A 5-cell approved flashlight, while generally recommended, is not a required item for the fireman's outfit.