Maintain and inspect in accordance with ANSI Z358.1-2009
SHOWER MAINTENANCE GUIDE:
1. Check for obvious signs of wear, broken or defective
equipment. Re-paint if necessary. Replace missing or
defective equipment such as broken push paddles,
missing signs and inspection tags.
2. Operate Drench Shower using the pull handle to place
ball valve in the fully “ON” position checking for smooth
operation of valve push paddle mechanism. If the ball
valve does not operate smoothly check the actuating
assembly for binding or missing parts.
3. Return push handle to vertical or fully “OFF” position.
Employees who work with hazardous materials should
become familiar with the location and operation of the
nearest emergency plumbing fixture. In addition, proper
clothing and equipment should be worn whenever working
with hazardous materials. Emergency plumbing fixture
stations are simple to use and require hands free operation
once the station is activated. Regular instruction regarding
proper care and use will increase confidence that the units
are accessible and function properly.
SHOWER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS:
The route and area surrounding the Drench Shower should
be clear and unobstructed; the sooner a person has rinsed
off any contamination, the less likelihood of injury. Drench
Shower stations should be located in close proximity to the
hazard and take no more than 10 seconds to reach. In the
possibility of a strong acid or strong caustic contamination
the Drench Shower should be immediately adjacent to the
hazard. The victim may require assistance to the Drench
Shower station and help removing shoes and clothing.
1. To start the Drench Shower pull down on the pull
handle to “ON” position. The Drench Shower will start.
3. Completely rinse with arms and legs separated for
approximately 15 minutes or until medical personnel
arrive. Be prepared to inform medics on the type of
substance that is causing the injury or contamination.
2. Stand directly under the spray pattern. Clothing
should be removed immediately prior to or during the
rinsing to prevent contamination from remaining
against the body causing unnecessary injury and
pain. Accept assistance removing shoes and clothing.
4. When finished push up on the pull handle to “OFF”
position. Drenching fluid should stop.
Installation & Operation Manual
Manual #7109-208-001
Page 8 of 11
Revised: 11/12/18
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