Emergency Eye Wash Stations
Emergency eye wash stations are required for work environments that may
expose employees to harmful chemicals. Though all proper precautions may be
taken to prevent chemical exposure, accidents can still happen. Eye wash stations
are designed to immediately flush contaminants out of the eyes after exposure.
They should be located near high-risk areas and should have the ability to be
activated immediately.
In addition to emergency eye wash stations, work environments require the
installation of drench showers for treating chemical exposure to other areas of
the body. These showers will provide a larger volume of water than eye wash
stations and can be used to rinse the entire body as well as clothing.