Section R11-1-1511. Safety showers and eye wash fountains; emer- gency water

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A. Readily accessible, well marked, rapid action safety showers and eye wash fountains must be available in the areas where acid is being handled. Showers shall have deluge type heads, easily accessible, plainly marked and controlled by quick opening valves of the type that stay open. They should be capable of supplying large quantities of water. Eye wash foun- tains shall be immediately available for eye irrigation. This equipment shall be inspected and tested at regular intervals, preferably daily during freezing weather, to make sure it is in good working condition at all times.

B. When safety showers and water hoses are not conveniently located, emergency water shall be immediately available at the site where acid handling or work on acid systems is being car- ried on.

Historical Note

Former Rule 15:11; Amended effective August 18, 1980

(Supp. 80-4).

                    
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