Emergency showers available as free-standing units, concealed emergency shower units, horizontal and vertical emergency showers. A safety shower delivers continuous water flow to those needing to decontaminate from chemical spills or other hazardous materials. These shower stations are ANSI compliant.
The selection of emergency showers and safety showers is a often complicated process. Employers must be aware of regulatory requirements and compliance standards associated with a safety shower. Guardian Eyewash Shower Stations meet ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 standards for "Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment". Here is a quick check-list as to the requirements shower stations must have:
Remember that your emergency shower must be continually maintained in order to prevent mold and bacteria build-up inside the pipes. The shower station should be activated at least once per week in order to maintain compliance standards.
For more information regarding ANSI requirements for Emergency Eyewash and Shower Requirements, please visit our resource center.