Introduction to Eye Washing Stations and Emergency Showers
Eye wash stations, and emergency showers are a must have in facilities where employees come into contact with hazardous materials. They give short term remedies knowing chemical splash, skin or eye injuries. These stations are designed to rinse off the affected region with water so as to reduce the amount of damage and stop further injury from spreading.
Key Features and Benefits
Eye washing stations and emergency showers are often fitted with conveniently positioned handles or pull cords, hence allowing for prompt action in case of emergencies. These devices are usually fitted with either high-pressure nozzles or gentle eye wash streams that are very effective in extracting contaminants from the eyes and the skin. As well as this, some are equipped with built-in alarms for added security.
Product Specifications and Technical Details
- Compliance: Meets the American National ANSI Z358.1-2014 standards approved by OSHA.
- Nominal pressure: 1.0MPa; Water pressure: 0.2-0.4MPa.
- Eyewash flow: ≥11.4L/min; Shower flow: ≥75.7L/min.
- Inlet size: Rc 1-1/4, Drain size: Rc 1-1/4 thread.
- Material: SS304 stainless steel, acid and alkali corrosion resistant.
- Suitable for both indoor and outdoor placement.
- Efficient to the 0.3 million repeated use.
How to Use an Emergency Shower and Eye Wash?
- Find the closest emergency shower or eye wash.
- Drag the handle or turn on the shower by pulling the cord.
- Let the water run over the affected spot.
- If you have an eye injury, hold the eyes open and rinse with water for at least 15 minutes.
- Thoroughly rinse the area to ensure that no contaminants remain.
- Get medical help after a shower or an eye wash.
Buying Guide and Recommendations
Before you buy a shower or an eye wash station, consider the size of the area, the type of chemicals used, and the number of users. The models should be preferably simple in operation and maintenance, and have readily accessible spare parts for replacement. Spot checks and tests will have to be done to ensure that the equipment is functioning as it is expected to and is in correspondence with the applicable safety regulations. Besides, the employees must be trained on the right way to use these fire extinguishers because it is crucial for rescue operation.
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