The key requirements for emergency eye wash equipment, explained.
Install stations no more than 10 seconds (about 16–17 m) from the hazard, on the same level, with an unobstructed path.
Valves must go from off to on in one second or less and stay open without the use of the operator's hands.
Deliver flushing fluid continuously for at least 15 minutes at a controlled, non-injurious velocity.
Eye wash: 1.5 L/min (0.4 GPM). Eye/face wash: 11.4 L/min (3.0 GPM).
Water must be tepid, generally 16–38°C (60–100°F). In the Gulf this usually means shading, insulating and regularly refreshing the water supply.
Mark every station with a highly visible sign and keep the area well lit.
Activate plumbed units weekly to flush the line, and inspect all units annually for full compliance.
Our engineers will walk your facility, test existing stations for flow, temperature and placement, and give you a written gap report with recommendations. Available across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain.
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