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Emergency Eyewash & Shower Use
Course Length: 20 minutes
Overview: Employees working near, or in the presence of, strong acid and alkali chemicals are at an increased risk of coming into direct contact with them. Consequences can range from minor eye and skin irritation to serious injury, including severe burns and blindness. Because of this, OSHA requires employers to provide suitable facilities, such as emergency showers and eyewashes, for immediate employee use while at work.
Emergency Eyewash & Shower Use is designed to familiarize learners with the recognition and use of emergency eyewashes and showers and ways to ensure quick access to them.
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Explain the purpose of emergency eyewashes and showers, including when and how to use them
- Describe the type and temperature of the flushing fluid used within emergency eyewashes and showers
- Identify ways to ensure immediate access and use of emergency eyewashes or showers
Outline:
Emergency Eyewash & Shower Use covers the following topics:
Emergency Eyewashes & Showers
- Emergency Facilities
- About the Flushing Fluid
- Locating an Emergency Eyewash or Shower
- Ensuring Immediate Access
Regulations Covered:
- 29 CFR 1910.151(c) - Medical services and first aid
- Z358.1 - 2014, "Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment"
Copyright Date: 2017
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