What quality standards does Hughes Safety Showers equipment meet?
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All our shower/eyebath units are manufactured to ISO 9001:2000. In addition, compliance with the internationally recognized American National Standard ANSI Z 358.1 2004 provides customers with the reassurance that products meet the most stringent requirements.
Please feel free to view our ISO 9001:2000 certificate.
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What do I need to consider when choosing an emergency shower and/or eyebath/facewash unit?
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In identifying the correct model to suit the specific application and location of a shower/eyebath, you should consider the following points:
- The type of chemicals/hazardous materials being handled.
- Quantity and concentration of chemical/material.
- Solubility and viscosity of the chemical/material.
- What type of accidents are possible, e.g. spilling, splashing, spraying, ignition of clothing?
- Is the unit for indoor or outdoor use?
- Is the water pressure high or low?
- What are the ambient conditions on site?
- Is the area non-flameproof or Zone 1 and 2?
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How can I obtain details of Hughes Safety Showers representatives in my country/region?
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You can view details of our distributor network on the Distributor section of our website. Please use the clickable map or drop-down menu to select your country and view contact details for our partner(s).
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How regularly should Emergency Safety Equipment be checked and tested?
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It is vital that Emergency Safety Showers and Eye/Facewash Fountains be visually inspected every day to make certain that nothing has been placed around in or around them which may prevent quick and easy access. Water flow should be checked at least once a week to ‘flush the line, and to verify proper operation’ and to ensure that the water supply line has not been inadvertently turned off. Eyebaths and Eye/Facewash Fountains should be tested daily and cleaned on a regular basis.
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Where can I obtain technical information for the product(s)?
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For each product you have the option to download a technical drawing and Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions.
Click on the relevant product and select the Download button – you will be required to log in or if you are not yet a registered user you will need to register first.
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What design standards exist for this type of equipment?
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There is one World Standard that is internationally recognized covering the design parameters for Emergency Safety Showers and Eye/Facewash Fountains used in industry, this is the American National Standard ANSI Z 358.1 2004. Further information on the requirements set out by these standards can be obtained by visiting the ANSI website.
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What accompanying documentation will be provided with my Emergency Shower/Eyebath?
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The following documents, where applicable, are included in the scope of supply:
1. Standard general arrangement drawing.
2. Standard wiring diagram supplied in junction box on unit.
3. Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions (IOMI).
4. Certificate of Conformity.
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