ANSI/ISEA

For more than 35 years, the ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 standard on emergency eyewash and shower equipment has been the authoritative document for equipment manufacturers, users, specifiers, installers and regulators. This standard specifies minimum performance criteria for flow rates, temperature, and drenching patterns of emergency showers, eyewash equipment, combination units and drench hosts — all characteristics that are important for a user to receive adequate rinsing of a contaminant in an emergency situation. 

The eyewash and shower standard is developed by the Emergency Eyewash and Shower Group of the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) and approved as an American National Standard. The current edition was approved in September 2009, and designated ANSI/ISEA Z358.1-2009. 

A patchwork of cities and states also refer to and require the ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 standard. The International Code Commission Los Angeles s Buildings and Safety Department requires compliance with many provisions of ANSI Z358.1... 

A voluntary industry consensus standard, developed by the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) in 1999, that specifies the requirements for personal protective equipment (PPE) that is capable of visually signaling the user s presence. Eor a garment to be labeled American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Class 1, 2, 3, or E it is required to first be ANSI/ISEA 107 certified. This certification requires many tests by an accredited laboratory to make sure that the garment lives up to the requirements of the standard. Some tests/requirements include ... 

ANSI/ISEA Z87.1-2010 — American National Standard for Occupational and Educational Personal Eye and Face Protection Devices. 

Appendix B, which is not considered a mandatory part of ANSI/ ISEA 107-2004 or -2010, specifies the following criteria to aid in selection of high-visibility worker apparel ... 

ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 and ANSI/ISEA 107-2010 — American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Headwear. 

Although excellent standards for meeting OSHA requirements, ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 and -2010 are volrmtary industry consensus standards and are not mandatory. However, the ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 edition is referenced in the latest MUTCD. Moreover, some state transportation agencies are requiring adherence to an edition of the ANSI/ISEA standard. 

The ANSI/ISEA 107-2010 Class 2 vest is made from 8,4 cal/cm arc rated Tecasafe Plus fabric, is constructed with an inside chest pocket for storage, plus breakaway hook and loop closures on both the shoulders and front for added safety. 

The sweatshirt, made from 10 oz, FR Reliant fleece, meets the ANSI/ISEA 107-2010 Class 2 requirements and is our most comfortable yet. It has a 19,7... 

Meets the requirements of ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 - 2009 Type I, Class C, G and E... 

The ANSI/ISEA Z358.1-2009 Standard [197] defines flushing fluid as ... 

The ANSI/ISEA Standard is a performance standard which also specifles flow rates and dnra-tion for skin and eye decontamination [198]. There is also a provision for Personal Wash Units which have the capacity to provide immediate flushing fluid [197]. Similar recommendations can also be found in the Enropean Standards (European Committee for Standardization NF EN 15154-1 2006). 

ISEA. ANSI/ISEA American National Standard for Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment. Arlington International Safety Equipment Association 2009. 

The ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2009 standard states that first aid kits should be reguiariy inspected to ensure completeness, condition of supplies, and expiration dates to maintain compliance. Expired supplies should be removed and additional quantities should be added as needed. 

According to ANSI/ISEA Z308.1, each first aid kit and/or location must be visibly marked as a place where first aid supplies are located. 

OSHA also refers employers to ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2009, Minimum Requirement for Workplace First Aid Kits and Supplies. The standard outlines the minimum quantities and sizes of both required and recommended supplies considered sufficient for a small workplace first aid kit. This would include (but is not limited to) absorbent compresses, adhesive bandages and tape, antibiotic treatment, antiseptic, sterile pads, cold packs, oral analgesics, etc. 

At 1910.151(b) OSHA states only that adequate first aid supplies shall be readily available. However, ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2009 says that expiration dates of supplies in kits should be regularly inspected. If an expired supply is found, ANSI recommends that is be removed from the kit and replaced. 

The Instruments Product Group also is the secretariat for two American national standards. ANSI/ ISEA I02-I990 (R2009) for gas detector tubes and ANSI/ISEA I04-I998 (R2009) for diffusive type air sampling devices, or passive monitors. Although both standards have been around for awhile, they both were reaffirmed in 2009. The ANSI/... 

Hugh Hoagland is a consultant on arc flash and flash fire testing clothing and electrical safety and is a member of ASTM, NFPA, IEEE, ASSE, NSC, lEC, ANSI, ISEA and CSA. He is employed by ArcWear.com and manages e-Hazard.com. 

Heads up The International Safety Equipment Association s (ISEA) Head Protection Group is laying groundwork to update the ANSI/ ISEA Z89.1-2009 American National Standard for Industrial Head Protection. ISEA anticipates a revised document sometime in 2013. 

With a new head protection standard likely in 2013, ISEA will continue to work with OSHA to get the 2009 head protection standard on the books as soon as possible. ISEA has discussed with OSHA staff members the changes from the 2003 to 2009 editions of ANSI/ISEA Z89.1. The 2009 standard offers greater worker protection because it provides for preconditioning and labeling of hardhats to be used in lower temperatures, and because it includes new tests and labeling options for hardhats that can be worn backwards. While wearing a hardhat backwards may seem inconsequential, ISEA members receive a vast number of calls asking about this. 

ANSI/ISEA 105-2005. Hand Protection Selection Criteria. 

OSHA standard (29 CFR 1910.151) requires employers to provide suitable facilities for quick drenching of the eyes and body for individuals exposed to corrosive materials. OSHA does not specify minimum operating requirements or installation setup requirements. American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Standard Z358.1 underwent revision in 2009, led by the efforts of the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA). Approved by ANSI, the standard became known as ANSI/ISEA Z358.1-2009. Organizations should ensure flushing fluids remain clear and free from foreign particles. 

When selecting a cut-resistant glove, it is helpful to compare data on cut levels. Globally, there are two different performance standards for cut resistance the European Standard EN388 and the American National Standard ANSI/ISEA 105-2005. Cut-level results for... 

MSA s Sightgard safety glasses and goggles offer only styles that are ANSI/ISEA Z87.1-2010-compliant for general and impact protector requirements. Meeting safety requirements will be a snap for any size, facial shape, and user need. To view MSA ANSI-compliant protective eyewear, visit www.msanet.com and view bulletins 0602-24 and 0300-03. MSA, wwwmsanet. com, (800) MSA-2222. Circle 252... 

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