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Out of Service Procedure

In the event of an emergency safety shower, eye bath or eye/face wash unit being temporarily out of service, a standard 

procedure should be followed.

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Place a sign on the unit indicating it is ‘Out of Service’.

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Notify the relevant manager/supervisor of the area that the unit is out of service

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Prohibit or suspend any work where there is a significant hazard requiring use of the unit

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If work cannot be prohibited or suspended, a portable unit must be provided to supply the initial wash only, after 

which it will be necessary to move the person to a plumbed emergency safety shower, eyebath or eye/face wash  

unit to complete the procedure.

Note: Portable units are not acceptable as a long-term substitute for permanent locations.

A selection of our emergency safety showers are available to hire. Ensure your workforce are protected around  

the clock, visit www.hughes-safety.com/hire for more information.

 

If you require further assistance please contact us:

 

T: +44(0)161 430 6618

 

E: [email protected]

Summary of Contents for DEC-DS-6-M

Page 1: ...e repair or replacement will occur at Hughes Safety Showers option at no charge and return freight prepaid by Hughes Safety Showers All other return of the product to the owner shall be at the owner s expense Proper use by the customer is necessary for the effectiveness of the product as well as the safety of those using the same The user is solely responsible to determine the suitability of any H...

Page 2: ...residue water after safety shower use Loose objects or gravel should not obstruct the operation of the shower where walk on foot panels or foot treadles are fitted An ISO 3864 1 compliant safety sign should be displayed on or near the safety shower or eye wash The sign should be well positioned so it is visible to all within the hazardous area The area must always be well lit with the operating me...

Page 3: ...ment is essential to ensure correct functionality All services and weekly activations must be recorded to ensure a full history is maintained as per European and International standard requirements Weekly activation All equipment should be visually inspected and activated at least once a week to ensure it is operating properly to clear the line of any sediment build up and check that the water run...

Page 4: ...work cannot be prohibited or suspended a portable unit must be provided to supply the initial wash only after which it will be necessary to move the person to a plumbed emergency safety shower eyebath or eye face wash unit to complete the procedure Note Portable units are not acceptable as a long term substitute for permanent locations A selection of our emergency safety showers are available to h...

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