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EMERGENCY
SHOWERS
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Be
able to deliver a pattern of water with a diameter of at least 20
inches at 60 inches.
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Shower
head be between 82 to 96 inches from the floor.
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Minimum
volume of spray is 20 gallons/minute for a minimum time of 15
minutes.
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Shower
activation time must be 1 second or less and not require continuous
engagement of controls for continued operation.
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Actuating
valve or lever should not be more than 69 inches from the floor.
EYEWASH
STATIONS
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Be
able to deliver fluid to both eyes simultaneously at a volume of not
less than 0.4 gallons/minute for 15 minutes.
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Velocity
of fluid should not be high enough to cause eye injury.
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Mounted
33 to 45 inches from the floor.
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Mounted
a minimum of 6 inches away from the wall or obstructions.
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Activation
time of 1 second or less and the unit should remain operational
without the need for continued activation.
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Actuating
valve or lever should be in an easily located area and be highly
visible.
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Must
have nozzle caps to prevent foreign matter from accumulating in the
nozzle area. Nozzle caps should automatically separate from the
nozzles when activated.
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
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Flushing
Fluid - any potable water, preserved water, preserved buffered saline
solution or other medically acceptable solutions.
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Flushing
Time - affected body part must be flushed immediately and thoroughly
for at least 15 minutes using a large supply of clean fluid under low
pressure.
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Water
Temperature - standard states that water be "tepid" but does
not give specific temperature range. In general, water
temperatures in the range of ~80 - 95 degrees F.
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Signs
& Lighting - highly visible signs must be posted in the area of
emergency eyewash and shower stations. The location should be
well lit.
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Location
of Equipment - ANSI requires that a person must be able to reach the
equipment within 10 seconds after chemical exposure. Where a
highly corrosive chemical is used, and emergency shower and eyewash
station should be as close as 10 - 20 feet from the hazard.
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No
separation by a partition from the hazardous work area.
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Unobstructed
path from hazard to the eyewash or shower.
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Located
where easily visible.
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Located
on the same floor as the hazard.
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Near
emergency exit to allow emergency response personnel to easily
reach and exposed employee.
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Located
in a non-hazardous area to prevent further contamination.
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Drainage
system to remove excess water.
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Not
near electrical equipment that could become wet.
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Provide
freeze protection for outdoor units, as necessary.
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Maintenance
- standard recommends a complete inspection on an annual (yearly)
basis. Keep a record of all inspections and maintenance.
Inspect and maintain in accordance with manufacturers recommendations.
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