Emergency eyewashes and showers are necessary in many different industries and a variety of worksites. As petrochemical companies establish new outposts in remote areas and some developing nations undergo rapid industrial growth, more and more workplaces are being located amid harsh conditions that can complicate the task of meeting emergency equipment requirements.
Extreme temperatures in deserts and northern latitudes, space limitations in underground mines and the corrosive effects of salt water environments all have to be considered when selecting, siting and designing the quick drench and flush systems that can prevent permanent disability in workers exposed to hazardous materials.