Imants Stiebris, Business Leader, Speakman Safety Products
Emergency equipment must be regularly maintained to guarantee employees a safe working environment and fast treatment. According to the American National Standard for Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment Z358.1-2004, plumbed emergency fixtures must be tested weekly. Look for leaks, obstruction of flow and damaged parts. Running water through weekly will keep the system lubricated. Inspect fixtures annually for proper flow rate, spray pattern and incoming pressure. Units should activate in one second or less, and the valve should stay open until manually turned off. Water temperature should be tepid and supply constant.