ANSI Z358.1-2014 – U.S. Safety Standard (Most Widely Used Globally)

Published by the American National Standards Institute, ANSI Z358.1 sets out the minimum performance and installation requirements for:

• Emergency showers

• Eyewash stations

• Eye/face wash units

• Combination shower/eyewash systems

• Self-contained and tank-fed systems

• Inspection and maintenance procedures

Key ANSI Requirements:

Shower Flow Rate

Minimum 76 L/min (20 GPM) for 15 minutes

Eyewash Flow Rate

1.5 L/min (0.4 GPM) minimum

Water Temperature

16°C–38°C (tepid water range)

Activation Time

Must activate in ≤ 1 second

Hands-Free Operation

Must remain on without user assistance

Location

Reachable in ≤ 10 seconds from hazard

Weekly Activation

Required to ensure flow and readiness

Annual Inspection

Full functional audit and certification

International Standards Overview

EN 15154 – European Standards

The EN 15154 series is Europe’s equivalent to ANSI, covering both plumbed and non-plumbed systems:

EN 15154-1

Plumbed body showers for laboratories and industry

EN 15154-2

Plumbed eye/face wash units

EN 15154-3

Non-plumbed (portable) body showers

EN 15154-4

Non-plumbed eye/face wash units

While EN standards do not define flow rates as explicitly as ANSI, Duso units meet or exceed both frameworks to ensure global compatibility.

Saudi Arabia Safety Frameworks

In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Sava showers and eyewash units are designed to comply with:

• Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES)

• SABIC HSE guidelines

• Royal Commission for Jubail & Yanbu standards

• Saudi Civil Defence inspection requirements

We regularly supply units for Aramco and SABIC projects with full supporting documentation including:

• Inspection & flow test reports

• ATEX certifications where applicable

• Site commissioning and sign-off documentation

ATEX & IECEx Compliance (Explosive Environments)

For installations in hazardous areas (Zone 1 or Zone 2), safety equipment must comply with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU or IECEx standards.

Applicable to:

• Offshore platforms

• Petrochemical zones

• Gas compressor stations

• Paint, battery, or flammable chemical processing plants

Sava ATEX-Ready Options:

• ATEX-rated immersion heaters (Zone 1)

• Explosion-proof chiller systems

• Flameproof electrical junction boxes

• Stainless steel non-sparking activation systems

• Earth bonding and grounding kits

Product Categories & Related Standards

Plumbed Safety Showers

ANSI Z358.1, EN 15154-1

Plumbed Eye/Face Wash

ANSI Z358.1, EN 15154-2

Combination Units

ANSI Z358.1 (must meet both flow rates)

Tank-Fed (Gravity) Showers

ANSI Z358.1, EN 15154-3

Tank-Fed Eye/Face Wash

EN 15154-4

Portable / Mobile Units

ANSI Z358.1, EN 15154-4

Trailer-Mounted Systems

ANSI Z358.1 + site-specific build requirements

Self-Draining Systems

ANSI Z358.1 (temperature control and bacteria prevention)

ATEX-Rated Systems

ATEX 2014/34/EU, IECEx

Installation, Inspection & Maintenance Standards

• Weekly Testing: ANSI requires activation to ensure flow and valve readiness

• Annual Inspections: Full compliance verification with written documentation

• Thermal Testing: Temperature must be within 16°C–38°C (documented if audited)

• Signage & Illumination: Units must be clearly marked and well-lit

• Accessibility: Units must be located within 10 seconds of a known hazard

• Drainage: Required to prevent flooding or contamination in cleanroom zones

• Commissioning Reports: Required for UAE Civil Defence and Saudi compliance

Sava provides site-specific inspection plans, BIM files, and re-certification services as part of every installation.

Gulf-Wide Compliance. Built in the UAE.

At Sava, all emergency safety products are:

• Designed in accordance with ANSI, EN, UAE, and Saudi guidelines

• Built in the UAE for extreme environmental durability

• Delivered with flow rate tests, inspection logs, and documentation

• Supported by Gulf-based commissioning and servicing teams

Need Help with Standards Compliance?

Whether you’re submitting for approval, navigating Aramco specs, or setting up a new high-risk facility, our team will guide you through every step—from design to documentation.