Emergency Eyewash and Shower Use

What is Emergency Eyewash and Shower Use?

When hazardous chemicals are present, quick access to emergency eyewash stations and safety showers can prevent serious injury. The Emergency Eyewash and Shower Use course helps workers understand when and how to use this critical first-aid equipment, how to recognize situations that require immediate flushing, and what steps to take to reduce harm after exposure. The training also highlights placement requirements, proper maintenance, and worker responsibilities, ensuring everyone knows how to act fast and safely in an emergency.

Course Overview

The Emergency Eyewash & Shower Use course provides employees with essential knowledge for responding quickly and safely to chemical exposure incidents. Workers who handle or work near strong acids, alkalis, and other corrosive substances face a higher risk of eye and skin contact, which can result in irritation, chemical burns, or permanent injury. OSHA requires employers to provide accessible emergency showers and eyewash stations to reduce the severity of these injuries.

This course explains the purpose of emergency flushing equipment, how to use it correctly, and how to recognize when immediate action is required. Learners will also review the importance of proper flushing fluid temperature and the need for clear, unobstructed access to emergency stations. By understanding how these systems work and when to use them, employees are better prepared to respond during chemical exposure emergencies.

TOPIC OVERVIEW

Emergency eyewash and shower stations play a critical role in workplace safety. Employees must know where these units are located, how they function, and how to use them without delay. This training helps ensure workers can act immediately in an emergency, reducing the risk of long-term injury from chemical exposure.

COURSE TOPICS

Emergency Facilities

Purpose of eyewash stations and emergency showers
When and why flushing systems are used

Flushing Fluid

Required water temperature range
Why temperature matters for effective decontamination

Location & Immediate Access

Identifying properly installed emergency units
Ensuring pathways remain clear for fast use
Understanding placement requirements for quick response

COURSE DURATION

This online Emergency Eyewash & Shower Use course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete, with the flexibility to pause and resume anytime.

PASS MARK

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass. Learners may attempt the course up to three times to achieve the required score.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

After successfully completing the course, learners can download and print a digital certificate of completion for their records or employer documentation.