S-E-0 Emergency Eye Wash Stations

J. IVERSON RIDDLE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER
SAFETY PROCEDURE MANUAL
Subject: EMERGENCY EYEWASH STATIONS
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Effective Date: _11-1-05__
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PURPOSE:
The purpose of this policy is to provide protocol for the identification of injurious
corrosive substances used at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center and the
proper placement and use of emergency eyewash and shower stations.
POLICY:
Where the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to injurious chemicals
and/or materials, J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center must provide suitable
facilities within each work area for immediate emergency use to quickly drench or
flush the eyes and body. The wearing of safety glasses, goggles, or face shields
remains the primary means of controlling eye and face injuries. In addition, wearing
of chemical resistant aprons is the primary protection for full body exposure to a
chemical splash
PROCEDURE:
I. Definitions:
A. Injurious Corrosive: Any substance containing corrosive properties
great enough to cause permanent irreversible damage to eyes or soft
tissue is an Injurious corrosive. If the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS
has the word “Corrosive” and/or the Ph is in the 0-2 acidic or 12-14 alkali
ranges, consider the substance and “injurious corrosive”, requiring the
need for an emergency eyewash and/or shower.
B. Exposure: If it can be reasonably anticipated the substance could
come in contact with the eyes and/or the body or an employee through
normal use, including through spills and splatters, there is an exposure.
C. Flushing Fluid: Any potable (drinking) water, preserved water,
preserved buffered saline solution or other medically acceptable solutions.

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D. Personal Eyewash Equipment: These include all squeeze bottles,
neutralizing solutions and portable water containers with limited capacity.
These are designed to provide immediate flushing fluid. They shall only be
used as temporary care until an emergency eyewash station can be
reached.
E. Emergency Eyewash Station: A continuous flow station capable of
providing a minimum of 15 minutes of eye of body flushing.
II. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS:
A. Emergency Eyewash Station: Minimum requirements for eyewash
stations are met by use of:
1. Fixed commercially available apparatus designed specifically for
eyewash or an apparatus of similar design an equal efficiency
constructed by the employee.
2. A hose of adequate length and flexibility to allow the user to
direct a flow of water into the eyes. A pressure-reducing,
divergent flow or “spent stream” nozzle and quick opening
valve, providing full o /full off control with one hand operation
located at the nozzle must be attached to the hose. It is
recommended the nozzle be mounted at a height between 33
and 45 inches.
3. The emergency shower should deliver a pattern of water with a
diameter of water at least 20 inches at 60 inches above the floor.
The showerhead should be between 82-96 inches from the floor
and deliver a minimum volume of spray of 20 gallon/minute for a
minimum time of 15 minutes.

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III. LOCATION AND SIGNAGE:
A. All required eyewash and shower facilities shall be located within a
distance from the point of a hazardous exposure which can be
negotiated in 10 seconds or less, but in no case more than 75 feet.
B. When placed in an area where highly corrosive chemicals are used, the
eyewash and/or shower shall be placed within 10 feet of the point of
a hazardous exposure and in such a fashion that the apparatus does
not become contaminated from the chemicals.
C. If possible, the eyewash and/or shower should not be separated by a
wall or partition from the hazardous work area. (See Section IV for
exemptions).
D. Eyewash and shower apparatus shall be located on the same floor as
the hazardous work area.
E. Eyewash and shower apparatus shall be protected from freezing when
installed outdoors.
F. There should be a drainage system, which captures the excess water.
G. The location of each emergency eyewash and shower station shall be
Identified with highly visible sign. The sign shall be in the form of a
symbol that does not require workers to have language skills to
understand it.
H. A minimum of 36” (3 feet) diameter area shall remain free of
obstruction surrounding the equipment.

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IV.
RESIDENT CARE AREAS:
Emergency eyewash stations may be placed behind locked doors in resident care
areas provide the following steps are in place.
1. Staff are always present and immediately available to assist in an
injured employee.
2. All working staff have a key on their person that fits the door lock
for the room housing the eyewash station.
3. All staff in area receive training regarding their responsibility to
assist the injured staff and the correct steps to assist them
V. TEMPERATURE:
A. The temperature of the water used in emergency eyewash and shower
B. facilities shall not exceed the extremes of freezing and 110 degrees
Fahrenheit.
A. Water temperatures should be maintained at a comfortable range of 60-
95 degrees Fahrenheit.
VI.
INSPECTIONS:
Each emergency eyewash station must receive a general weekly inspection
by the department head/supervisor or his/her designee as
outlined on the Emergency Eyewash Inspection Guide. (See Attachment A).
The inspection shall be recorded on the Emergency Eyewash station Inspection
Form. (See Attachment B) Inspection forms must be maintained in the area
for review upon request.

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WEEKLY INSPECTION:
1. Check to ensure access to the station is clear and unobstructed.
2. Check to ensure caps are present on the station.
3. Activate the emergency eyewash station.
a. Turn the equipment to full flow for at least 3 minutes.
b. Check to ensure there is full flow and no obstruction.
c. Check to ensure there is no residue or water discoloration.
d. Check to ensure the water temperature is not greater than 110
degrees by using a pocket thermometer.
4. Clean the caps of the station with a disinfectant.
5. Clean Basin
6. Check caps for cracks or broken parts.
7. Turn the equipment to the off position.
8. Document inspection on the Emergency Eyewash Inspection Form.
If the station is not working properly and/or has missing parts the person completing
the inspection shall contact the Safety and Health Director immediately for repair.
The Safety and Health Director will be responsible for completing the work order for
all needed repairs.

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SIX MONTH INSPECTION:
The Safety and Health Director will be responsible for completing a more
comprehensive inspection each six (6) months. The inspection shall include but not
limited to:
1. Conduct all aspects of weekly inspection.
2. Check for any corrosive buildup in or around the point of flow.
3. Check for visible leaks in the plumbing of the station
4. Check for ease of operation, making certain all parts work without problems.
5. Document inspection on Emergency Eyewash station Inspection form.
Employee Training:
The Safety and Health Director shall develop training and provide it to
department heads/supervisors in areas where Emergency Eyewash Stations are
located.
The training shall include:
• A plan outlining the objectives, steps, methods of the training and a method
to test trainee.
• The method by which training will be provided to employees.
training shall be provided to each employee upon initial employment and/or
when changes in procedure or changes in work practices

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Department heads/supervisors will be responsible for the training of new
employees on their first day of employment and/or prior to participating in a
situation where they have a possible exposure to injurious corrosive materials.
Training shall include but not limited to:
• Location of and where to locate information to how long to flush skin/eyes
when exposed to a specific chemical.
• Location of and proper use of Emergency Eyewash station.
Refresher training will be conducted annually by the department head/supervisor
when it is determined the employee needs a refresher update.
Documentation of training shall be completed on the J. Iverson Riddle
Developmental Center Training Roster and be maintained by the department
head/supervisor for review upon request for at least 2 years.
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J. Iverson Riddle, MD David L. Wise
Facility Director
Safety and Health Director
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