• HAWS AXION® MSR BARRIER-FREE RECESSED SHOWER AND EYE/FACE WASH MODEL: 8356WCDD

HAWS AXION® MSR BARRIER-FREE RECESSED SHOWER AND EYE/FACE WASH MODEL: 8356WCDD

  • Product Code: 8356WCDD
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Model 8356WCDD, barrier-free, wall-mounted, fully recessed combination shower and eye/face wash with AXION® MSR eye/face wash head and ceiling-mounted showerhead, along with a drain pan and daylight drain.

AXION® MSR Barrier-Free Recessed Shower and Eye/Face Wash

Model 8356WCDD barrier-free, wall-mounted, fully recessed combination shower and eye/face wash features the medically acclaimed AXION MSR eye/face wash head assembly (patent pending). The revolutionary inverted flow design is the only product on the market that provides a Medically Superior Response consistent with all EMT, emergency room and doctors' office protocols by sweeping contaminants away from the vulnerable nasal cavity. Traditional eye washes irrigate from the outside edge of the eye back toward the nose, where contaminants can then be flushed into the nasal cavity through the lacrimal punctum, nature's ocular cavity drain. Emergency combination unit is equipped with a stainless steel drain pan, so when the irrigation process begins, the unit is draining waste properly. AXION MSR also offers a new hydrodynamic shower design that minimizes the strong physical pressure that drives the water to the outer rim of normal showerheads, making the distribution equal across the entire footprint of the flow. Better use of the water flowing through the shower makes it more effective while providing a more comfortable environment by breaking the streams of water into smaller individual droplets.

  • Eyewash streams provide Zero Vertical Velocity stream engineering with even laminar flow for enhanced comfort, stability and effectiveness
  • Flexible design of the shower allows for flush in the ceiling mounting, or to hang down from the ceiling
  • One piece drain tray catches waste fluid during eyewash use
  • Easy access exterior mounted in-line strainer
  • 18 Gauge Type 304 Stainless Steel recessed cabinet is a deep-drawn heavy duty structure with smudge resistant bead blast finish
  • Daylight drain feature allows for installation where in-wall drainage is not available
  • Reducing installation time, eyewash and valve assembly are pre-built and fully water/pressure tested

Certified by CSA to meet the ANSI Z358.1 Standard for Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment.

Specifications

Model 8356WCDD barrier-free combination shower and eye/face wash shall include an AXION® MSR eye/face wash head shall feature inverted directional laminar flow which achieves Zero Vertical Velocity™ supplied by an integral 4.2 gpm flow control. Unit shall also include the AXION MSR hydrodynamic design stainless steel showerhead with 20 gpm flow control, a fully recessed wall mounted 18 Gauge, Type 304 stainless steel deep-drawn cabinet, wheel chair accessibility, and polished chrome-plated brass pull-down eye/face wash valve with easy access in-line strainer. Unit shall also include brass pipe and fittings, a drain pan, daylight drain, a front-access maintenance panel, universal sign, 1" NPT(F) inlet and 2" NPT(F) drain. Operating pressure is 30 - 90 psi (2.1 - 6.2 bar).



    ISSA / IMPA CODE:

    • 560601, 560602, 560603, 560611, 560612, 560621


      Emergency showers and eyewashes are required by the ANSI/ISEA Z358.1‐2014 standard to be

      activated weekly, with a more thorough evaluation on an annual basis. With OSHA fine

      increases of 80 percent having taken effect in August 2016, violations for inappropriate or

      inadequate eyewash and shower equipment have resulted in penalties of more than $100,000.

      The standard guides the placement, functionality, and maintenance requirements for

      emergency showers and eyewashes. ANSI/ISEA Z358.1, in its current form, is the clearest and

      most useful tool for protecting workers from eye, face, and bodily injuries resulting from caustic

      and corrosive materials introduced by workplace incidents such as spills, splashes, and blown

      particulates.

      The standard requires stringent testing to be conducted on a regular basis to ensure properly

      functioning equipment is being provided at all times if an incident were to occur. We should all

      understand that compliance is not a once‐a‐year or once‐a‐month responsibility. Compliance is

      an all‐day, every‐day requirement. Accordingly, emergency showers and eyewashes are

      required by the ANSI/ISEA Z358.1‐2014 standard to be activated weekly, with a more thorough

      evaluation on an annual basis. This requirement is established in Sections including 4.6.2, 4.6.5.

      In practice, emergency response equipment such as eyewashes and showers sometimes fall to

      the wayside when it comes to maintenance, especially when prioritized against emergency

      preparedness equipment such as eye protection and fall protection. You should know that OSHA

      does not prioritize or take a backseat when it comes to providing adequate and properly

      functioning equipment, regardless whether the equipment aids pre‐ or post‐incident.

      ANSI Weekly Minimum Performance Requirements

      The standard itself has three minimum requirements for weekly inspections:

      1. Emergency equipment shall be activated weekly. (Each piece of equipment is required to

      be activated.)

      2. Activation shall ensure flow of water to the head(s) of the device. (This would be both the

      eyewash or eye/face wash head, as well as the showerhead.)

      3. Duration of the activation shall be sufficient to ensure all stagnant water is flushed from

      the unit itself and all sections of piping that do not form part of a constant circulation

      system, also known as "dead leg" portions. (The duration is determined by the length of

      piping where stagnant water could be sitting before it reaches the head(s) of the unit.)

      In addition to the above weekly minimum performance checklist required by ANSI/ISEA, it

      is recommended as a best practice to conduct additional weekly functional checks. The purpose

      of these additional checks is to fully ensure the equipment is operating correctly and is capable

      of providing proper first aid in the event of an emergency.

      ACCESS

       Path of travel to the safety station shall be free of obstructions. (This could include hoses,

      boxes, and doors.) (Sections 4.5.2, 5.4.2, 6.4.2, 7.4.2)

      SHOWER

       Shower must deliver a minimum of 20 gallons (75.7 L) per minute. (Sec. 4.1.2, 4.1.4, 7.1)

       The valve shall go from “off” to “on” in one second or less and flushing fluid shall remain

      on without the use of operator’s hands. (Sec. 4.2, 7.1)

      EYEWASH/EYE/FACE WASH

       Outlets shall be protected from airborne contaminants. (Dust covers must be in place.)

      (Sec. 5.1.3, 6.1.3, 7.1)

       The valve shall go from “off” to “on” in one second or less and flushing fluid shall remain

      on without the use of operator’s hands. (Sec. 5.2, 6.2, 7.2)

       The flushing fluid of an eyewash or eye/face wash shall cover the areas between the

      interior and exterior lines of a gauge at some point less than 8 inches (20.3 cm) above the

      eyewash nozzle. (sec 5.1.8, 6.1.8,7.1)

       Must provide a means of a controlled flow to both eyes simultaneously at a velocity low

      enough to be non‐injurious. (Sec. 5.1.1, 6.1.1, 7.1)

      COMBINATION UNIT

       Combination unit components shall be capable of operating simultaneously. (When the

      eyewash or eye/face wash is activated, and then the shower is activated, there should be

      no “starvation” occurring to either of the heads.) (Sec. 7.3, 7.4.4)

      TEMPERATURE

       Deliver tepid flushing fluid. (The required temperature range is 60°F ‐ 100°F [16°C ‐

      38°C])(Sec. 4.5.6, 5.4.6, 6.4.6, 7.4.5)

      Plumbed Shower and Eyewash Equipment

      As a general statement, all equipment needs to be inspected weekly to ensure that there is a

      flushing fluid supply and that the equipment is in good repair. If the equipment is of a plumbed

      design, then it should also be activated weekly to clear the supply line of any sediment

      buildup and to minimize any microbial contamination due to stagnant water.

      Self‐Contained Eyewash and Shower Equipment

      Self‐contained, also often referred to as "portable," emergency response equipment is typically

      used in locations where there is either no access to water or at highly mobile sites where

      hazards are mobile. The ANSI/ISEA requirement for this type of equipment is to be visually

      inspected weekly to determine whether the flushing fluid needs to be exchanged or

      supplemented (Sections 4.6.3 and others). The units should be maintained as per the

      manufacturer’s specific model instructions.

      A majority of self‐contained units that use potable water also offer a sterile bacteriostatic

      additive option to prevent the water from growing bacteria. An exchange of the water and refill

      of the additive is required every three months for most additive products, as well as rinsing the

      unit clean between the exchanges. If an additive is not being used, then the water should be

      exchanged on a weekly basis, at a minimum, with a thorough tank cleaning monthly. On an

      annual basis, self‐contained units are required to undergo the full test just as plumbed units do.

      The question is often asked whether a company must hire a certified tester to conduct the

      weekly and annual inspections. Fortunately, there are no prerequisite or certification

      requirements to be able to test the equipment, although having a complete understanding of

      the installation and performance requirements will aid in ensuring conformance. There are

      various training tools, including Online Competent Inspector Training, offered by equipment

      manufacturers and others for individuals to become subject‐matter experts. This allows

      company personnel to get familiar with what to look for and how to conduct the tests

      appropriately. Many companies today opt to have an outside third‐party inspection performed

      for them annually, which provides an added measure of credibility and assurance to the review

      process.

      Facilities that contain hundreds of shower and eyewash units should strive to create as many

      subject‐matter experts as possible. Once trained, the weekly checks can be completed rather

      quickly. Creating facility maps, having full testing kits available, and holding recurring training

      classes can assist in the tedious yet crucial weekly task.

      Worker protection should be a priority in every safety plan. Simply providing emergency

      showers and eyewashes is not enough. It is necessary to inspect, test, and monitor equipment

      readiness and performance for the optimal response.

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