Safety Shower Eyewash

What is a safety shower eyewash?

It is a fountain that can immediately drench the eyes and body of someone who has gotten hazardous or corrosive agents in his or her eye.

Why is this important?

It is important because it can make the difference between recovery from serious injury or possible blindness resulting from toxic agents. You will find eyewash stations in many different types of organizations. Examples of such include manufacturing facilities, laboratories, and plants that work with Chemicals.

Are safety shower eyewash stations only used in industrial environments?

No. They are also used in many places that we would assume at face value are normally safe and hazard free. Some examples of this include hospitals, schools, and restaurant kitchens. Body fluids, blood, liquid medications can all pose a threat to eyesight and health. Even something like scalding water or hot grease can be very dangerous unless it is washed out with potable, room temperature water or an appropriate saline solution.

How much time does a person have before he or she suffers serious or permanent damage from an eye injury?

Ideally, the person should rinse their eyes within the first 10 to 15 seconds of exposure to a hazardous substance. This is especially true of corrosive agents where even a few seconds delay could result in permanent damage or blindness. Rinsing should continue non-stop for 15 or 20 minutes.

How can I guarantee that my workers can get to a safety shower eyewash in time?

OSHA codes require that all employees of any organization know exactly where these emergency fountains are located. We will be glad to assist you in specifying these locations in your building plan when you call us to place an order.

Are there different types of safety shower eyewash fountains?

Yes. There are plumbed stations that attach to the wall and come in a variety of sizes and fixture types. There are also portable models that workers can carry around with them.

Are portable models the best option to go with?

You should only rely on portable eyewash units if your employees move around too much for them to get to a plumbed station in the recommended window of safety. Plumbed stations are always preferred if they are accessible during this time frame.

However, if this is not practical, be sure you choose a portable station that you can change the water in quickly and easily clean. This prevents bacterial buildup. Be sure to ask us to help you choose a unit that can deliver the same amount of water in an emergency than a plumbed fountain.

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