There’s a new 2014 Edition for ANSI Z358.1, “American National Standard for Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment.” If your staff works in an environment where chemicals or caustics are present, you need this standard. It is necessary for compliance with U.S. medical and first aid regulations (29 CFR Part 1910.151c). And it is available now from Document Center Inc.
ANSI Z358.1 serves as a guideline for the proper design, certification, performance, installation, use and maintenance of emergency equipment. This type of equipment provides adequate rinsing of a contaminant from the eyes, face and body in an emergency situation. It should be installed no more than a 10-second walk of the hazard, and, in the case of eyewash stations, should be able to deliver a 15-minute flush in the event of contact. Compliant equipment is found in manufacturing and processing facilities, construction sites, laboratories, medical and healthcare offices, refineries and other workplaces.
ANSI A358.1 was first issued in 1981. The new 2015 Edition replaces the previous 2009 Edition and all other earlier releases of the standard. Topics include the minimum equipment performance criteria for water flow rates, water temperature, shut off valves, corrosion resistance, freezing and drenching patterns needed. It also deals with the disposal of contaminated water. You’ll also get guidance on setting up proper emergency response policies and practices as well as the proper way to set up inspection and maintain procedures.
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In a casino with crosive cleaners is eye wash 20 oz. Bottles enough or do we need eyewash station with 15 min flush
Hi Tom:
I don’t have the technical chops to answer this question for you! I would expect that guidance would be found in regulatory requirements for your location. But thank you so much for asking.
Best regards,
Claudia