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The Benefits and Importance of Emergency Safety Showers

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Personal protective equipment, such as gloves, safety goggles, and face shields act like first line of defence against many types of exposures. However, accidents are uncertain and it is important to be prepared to face them. Safety equipment are designed to pro If a person working in your organisation is at risk of being exposed to materials that can cause eye or skin injury, it is essential to provide appropriate facilities for flushing the eyes and/or body for immediate decontamination. The first 10 to 15 seconds after being exposed to a hazard are critical, especially if the substance is hazardous. Emergency showers and eye/face wash stations can help decontaminate the exposed area quickly. Emergency shower decontamination booths are intended to flush the head and body. However. However, the pressure from the shower may cause eye damage. An eyewash station is planned especially for eyes and faces in such circumstances. A combination emergency shower and eye/face wash may be t