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Operation and Maintenance Guide:
Eyewash/Drench Hose Units
Drench Hose Units
rev. 011619 / © 2019 Guardian Equipment
Item
ANSI Z358.1
Section Reference
Pass/
Fail
Corrective Action Required
Location
1. Verify emergency eyewash and shower equipment
installed in vicinity of hazard.
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2. Unit identified with highly visible sign.
8.2.3.2
3. Area around unit well lighted.
8.2.3.2
4. Area around unit free of debris and obstructions.
8.2.3.2
Installation
1. Unit connected to water supply.
8.2.3.3
2. Valve actuator easy to locate and readily accessible to
user.
8.2.2
Activation
1. Valve goes from “off” to “on” in one second or less.
8.2.2
2. Water flow is controlled, low velocity and non-
injurious to user.
8.2.1
3. Water delivered by unit is tepid (60-100°F).
8.2.3.4
Training
1. All employees trained in location and proper use of
drench hose units.
8.2.4.4
Owner
Inspection Date
Building
Inspected by
Floor/Room No.
Drench Hose Unit
