An emergency shower, also called a drench or deluge shower, is used to flush the worker’s entire head and body. An emergency shower should never be used to flush a worker’s eyes as the higher rates of pressure can cause damage to the eye.
A solenoid shower system uses a solenoid valve to control the water flow in conjunction with a timer so that the flushing occurs for the appropriate amount of time.
Hand wash stations are critical for hand cleansing to prevent the spread of bacterial infections or to remove contaminants after gloves and protective equipment are removed. A hand sanitizing system can range from a one station to a four-station sink and often includes hands-free foot pump operations, a heater to keep water temperature warm, or built-in lifting handles. A portable hand washing station may also be used; however, these units have limited amounts of water and must be continuously maintained to be sure the unit is available at all times.