ANSI Z358.1

REPOST: Trends in Emergency Eyewashes/Showers

Repost from Safety & Health article by Tracy Haas Equipment reliability is imperative Unlike personal protective equipment such as hard hats and steel-toe boots, emergency eyewashes and showers are not meant to be used every day. Ideally, a worker will never need one. But should an incident such as a chemical splash occur, it’s vital that […]

ANSI Z358.1

Increase In OSHA Fines Now in Effect

For the first time in twenty-five years, OSHA penalties are increasing – and significantly. A federal act passed in 1990 exempted OSHA from increasing fines to account for inflation, but the new budget signed into law on November 2, 2015, includes an amendment striking that exemption.¹ The “Catch-Up Adjustment,” based on the percentage difference between October 1990 and […]

Safety

Just Released: Keg-Style, Air-Charged, Portable Eyewash by Haws

Introducing the new Haws Model 7603! Haws model 7603 is a 15-gallon, self-contained portable eyewash and is an ideal, cost-efficient solution for a facility’s ANSI eyewash requirements in locations without access to a continuous potable water source. The unit provide approximately 10 usable gallons (37.9 liters) of water for effective rinsing of the eyes, face or […]

ANSI Z358.1 | Safety

Pulp and Paper Mill Upgrades it’s Emergency Equipment

One of the leading manufacturers of corrugated and consumer packaging in North America is committed to exceeding expectations for both its customers and its more than 15,000 employees throughout all facets of the organization. When a new site safety manager joined the organization, he suspected there were issues with the plant’s emergency response equipment, particularly […]

Hydration

Units in Action: Mission Readiness Donates Hydration Stations®

Four donated Brita® Hydration Stations® were recently installed at College of the Desert in Palm Desert, CA with the support of Mission: Readiness – Military Leaders For Kids and Regional Access Project Foundation. College of the Desert serves over 10,000 students and, as one of 112 community colleges in California, represents a vital part of […]

Safety

New Product Spotlight: The ONLY Tempered Portable Eyewash

Model 7501T is the only Tempered Portable Eyewash available on the market! This compact 9-gallon (34 L), gravity-fed, tempered eyewash uses a heated, insulated blanket (Model 7501BL) to provide ANSI complaint tempered water in ambient operating temperatures from -30°F (-34° C) to 100°F (38°C). Model 7501T is ideal for locations without access to a continuous […]

ANSI Z358.1 | Safety

How to Use an Eyewash Testing Gauge

Eyewash testing gauges are an important tool when testing eyewashes and eye/face washes for ANSI Z358.1 compliance. Make sure you are utilizing it correctly with this quick guide. HOW TO USE AN EYEWASH GAUGE To determine a suitable eyewash pattern, the eyewash testing gauge should be a minimum of 4 inches in length with two sets […]

News and Events | Safety

ASSE Expo 2016: Receive Haws’ Newest Safety Product Free

Haws is revealing several new products at the ASSE Safety 2016 Conference this year, and we want you to be the first to try them. Visit booth #1141 for the unveiling of our new safety portable eyewash family and get a new product free! The first 50 visitors who mention this email and scan their […]

ANSI Z358.1 | Safety

Last chance to register: Free ANSI Web Seminar

Your Guide to ANSI Z358.1 Compliance DATE: JUNE 23rd, 2016 TIME: 10:00-11:00am PT/ 1:00-2:00pm ET DESCRIPTION: In November 2015, it was signed into law that OSHA fines are increasing by 80% for the first time since 1990. Ensure you are compliant with the updated ANSI Z358.1 Standard to avoid fines and guarantee you are providing […]

ANSI Z358.1 | Safety

Access is everything: Eyewash stations & showers must be ready when needed

Repost from ISHN Written by Sally Smart Sally J. Smart is a Technical Safety Specialist for Grainger. She is a Board Certified Safety Professional® (CSP) and a Qualified Safety Sales Professional (QSSP). Sally is OSHA – 30-hour trained for both Construction and General Industry and is an OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer for General Industry. When […]

Safety

Social Frenzy: Emergency Showers & Eyewashes in Action

A video posted by PeTer (@peterlimer) on Jun 10, 2016 at 8:17am PDT A video posted by Porsche Specialist (@therennshop) on Feb 1, 2016 at 11:02pm PST Monthly safety audit…. Being able to pull the emergency shower was dream in high school and college lab classes. #biologist #nerd #emergencyshower #dreamcometrue A video posted by Chelsea […]

News and Events

Haws® Announces Internal Employee Movements

Haws® Announces Internal Employee Movements [Sparks, Nevada USA] – Haws®, A Traynor Family Enterprise™ company, is pleased to announce several internal promotions within multiple company departments. These advancements are in support of Haws’ continued success in the emergency equipment and hydration industries. Internal Movements Include: Brian Clark – Director of Sales- North America Clark brings over […]