PROTECCIÓN LABORAL 86 | 1oTrimestre16 Updated products Faru showers and eyewash, emergency first response Where the eyes or body of a person may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials proper installation to quickly wash the affected area within the work area is necessary. In the moment when an accident occurs because of a splash or contact with a chemical, time runs against to minimize injuries derived from exposure. Every second counts, so it is essential to have adequate means to avoid irreversible lesions. Harmful substances may enter the eye in solid, liquid or gaseous state. The degree of damage depends on the properties of the substance, temperature, pH value and the exposure time. Most eye accidents are caused by exposure to dust, dirt, metal and wood splinters, chemicals such as oil and solvents. In these situations, washing the eye with water or sterile solution is sufficient. Manufacturer and distributor in Spain and Portugal of the PPE most renowned brands in global context, Faru currently has one of the larger catalogs nationally Three product lines Faru has a wide range of showers and eyewash to link to the water supply pipeline, manufactured under the guidelines of the European EN15154-1 and 2 regulations and under the ANSI Z358.1, and which can be classified into three product lines, designed for all possible situations. ·Basic Line Designed for indoor environments where there is a risk of accident by exposure to solid or liquid substances, where the environment is not very corrosive. It offers a high quality product at a very competitive price. ·Green line It refers to a set of models manufactured in ABS and galvanized steel, with a more robust and resilient construction. The color is more discreet with elegant design. ·Inox Line Designed for harsh environments with presence of corrosive chemicals in the atmosphere and where it is needed corrosion resistant materials. All metal parts of this line are made from stainless steel. For those places where temperatures are very low, Faru proposes two models of eyewash showers which are anti-freeze, so that they are designed with a system that allows the emptying of the pipes to prevent freezing and the subsequent breaking. Neutralizing solutions In places where it is not possible to install a shower or eyewash connected to the drinking water network, it will be necessary to equip the work area with portable eyewash. If the risk is a result of exposure to solids, we may use different versions of saline solutions. If there is also the risk of exposure to corrosive chemicals, it will also be necessary to have neutralizing solutions. The eyewash bottles are available in different formats: to wash one eye or a certain part of the body, or Duo versions, which are used to irrigate with liquid both eyes simultaneously. In the event that the accident causes contact with acidic or alkaline substances, such as could be paints, bleach, cleaning products, etc., it is necessary to use a neutralizing solution. The pH of our eye is neutral, so that within a few seconds after contact with the acid or base, the pH of it significantly deteriorates the eye, resulting in permanent damage. If eye injuries with acids and / or bases occur, it is necessary to quickly neutralize the chemical component to a pH of about 7.4, to match the normal pH of the eye. Subsequently, continuous rinsing with a saline solution is recommended and getting immediate medical attention so that the extent of the injury can be assessed. Faru showcases its wide range of protection solutions at Sicur (stand 4B02). 97