Utility Sink

Utility Sink

Eye Wash Station

About our machine

The utility sink pump relies on an internal float switch to push wastewater upward to the main drain line, meaning the Wood Shop must manage what goes into the basin and how the system is maintained.

Eye Wash Safety

• Move quickly to the utility sink, even if your vision is blocked. Yell for help so coworkers can guide you.
• Activate the water: Pop off the red dust covers.
• Position your face: Put your face directly over the stream of water.
• Use your fingers and thumbs to keep your eyelids forced wide open so water reaches behind them.
• Move your eyes up, down, left, and right continuously.
• Keep washing your eyes for a minimum of 15 minutes. Do not stop early, as chemical burns require prolonged rinsing.
• Take out contact lenses while flushing if you can do so without wasting time, but do not let them delay the water flow.

• After the Flush:
  • Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes.
  • Seek professional medical evaluation immediately, even if your eyes feel fine.
  • Notify the shop manager, General Manager or Executive Director.

Tips

• Never pour grease, oil, or heavy chemicals down the drain. These substances coat the float switch and clog the internal check valve.
• Avoid washing heavy amounts of dirt, sand, coffee grounds, or stickers down the sink. Empty solid debris into the trash first.
• Keep a mesh strainer over the sink hole to catch hair, lint, and small objects before they enter the pump basin.

Maintenance

• Clean the basin: Inspect and clean out the collection tank and check valve annually (or more frequently if heavily used for washing muddy gear or pet items).
• Flush lines: Run clean hot water through the utility sink after each heavy use session to keep the internal basin and hoses clear of soap scum and residue.