Description
Combination Unit in the context of emergency safety equipment refers to a single, integrated fixture that incorporates both a Safety Shower for full-body drenching and an Eyewash/Facewash Station for targeted rinsing of the face and eyes. This unit represents the highest standard of on-site emergency decontamination. It is mandatory in high-hazard areas where personnel face the risk of widespread contamination from highly corrosive chemicals, flames, or toxic substances, requiring both immediate full-body and specific eye flushing.
Features:
- Full-Body Shower: Located at the top, delivering a specific, high-volume pattern of water to quickly saturate the entire body, washing away contaminants or extinguishing flames.
- Eyewash/Facewash: Located lower on the pedestal, delivering a softer, controlled stream for the delicate areas of the eyes and face.
- Plumbed and Permanent: Always a permanent fixture connected to the facility’s water supply and drainage system, ensuring an unlimited and continuous flow of water for the required duration.
- Pedestal Mounted: Typically utilizes a pedestal-mounted (freestanding column) design to ensure the shower head and eyewash nozzles are , as mandated by ANSI standards.
- Shower: Activated by a large, easy-to-grab pull rod, triangular handle, or lanyard, designed for swift operation by a severely injured person.
- Maximum Decontamination: Providing immediate, comprehensive rinsing for both localized and widespread contamination.
- Critical Injury Mitigation: The continuous, high-volume flushing significantly minimizes the severity of chemical burns, heat exposure, and particulate damage.
