If a person is contaminated with harmful chemicals, the emergency shower provides an instant deluge to protect the person from further exposure. UTSA uses ANSI standards for shower locations, travel distance, testing, and function. Emergency showers must be located to ensure accessibility within 10 seconds. Travel distance between a shower and potential hazards may not exceed 100 feet.
Emergency showers are for emergencies only.
If a chemical spill occurs involving personal exposure, pull the cord and remove affected clothing immediately. Stay in the shower for at least 15 minutes. Emergency showers are tested annually.