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ADA and emergency eyewashes
Lab Safety Advisor, April 17, 2007
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard on Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment (Z358.1) does not distinguish access and configuration requirements between disabled and non-disabled employees. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that emergency showers and eyewash stations should be designed to meet both ADA and ANSI requirements.
Often the pull ring for the shower is not within reach of someone using a wheelchair. A simple solution is to attach a string that can be easily reached. Accommodations don't have to be expensive. When in doubt, ask the affected employee for suggestions.
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