by ATS Senior Editor | May 1, 2013 | Safety Showers
The ANSI standards for safety showers can be found in ANSI Z358.1 2009 Revision. In the United States, OSHA refers to these important standards when reviewing safety shower compliance. Many other governments, around the world, do the same. Below you will find a short...
by ATS Senior Editor | Apr 24, 2013 | Safety Showers
For those who regularly work in jobs that include possible exposure to corrosive chemicals and whose well-being could depend upon the right choice of emergency shower, a closer look at what an effective emergency shower should do is warranted. There are many emergency...
by ATS Senior Editor | Apr 23, 2013 | Safety Showers
Yes. We have several models of safety showers that have been certified by CSA International. While some safety shower companies use UL and CSA somewhat loosely, they are often referring to a component or two on their showers being UL-listed or CSA-Certified. Or, they...
by ATS Senior Editor | Apr 22, 2013 | Safety Showers
Many Class 1 Division 2 Hazardous area work sites make use of dangerous and corrosive chemicals in their work processes. The important factor in the designation of a Class 1 Division 2-compatible safety shower is to ensure that all electrical components are rated for...
by ATS Senior Editor | Apr 12, 2013 | Safety Showers, Uncategorized
This is a good question that is becoming more and more frequent. Prior to 2009, the ANSI standard covering requirements for safety showers did not specify water temperature requirements. In the 2009 revision of ANSI Z358.1, two key standards were added to those...
