Hughes Safety

Hughes Safety Showers is a world-leading manufacturer of Emergency Safety Showers, Eye/face Wash and Decontamination Equipment

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Who are @HughesSafety? Here's our story.

Contact Hughes today to discuss your requirements with our team of experts: https://t.co/KwWpF8V2MX

#SafetyEquipment #EyeWashes #SafetyShowers #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Discover how to keep your self-contained eye wash units ready for instant use with long-lasting, non-chemical water treatment: https://t.co/2XlSfTYPql

Aquanella provides continuous protection against biofilm and harmful bacteria, including Legionella, in gravity-fed eye washes, helping you safeguard workers and support compliance.

Using fused silica ceramic media and a silver-coated copper matrix, it creates an oxidizing and ionizing reaction without adding chemicals, compounds, or metals to the water.

➡️ Non-chemical protection for eye washes up to 16 gallons (60 liters).
➡️ Targets biofilm and pathogenic bacteria, including Legionella.
➡️ Simple immersion installation with integral nylon retrieval cord.
➡️ Effective life of up to three years for a low-maintenance hygiene solution.
➡️ Ideal for self-contained, gravity-fed eye wash units where water may sit in the tank.

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/bKWTXrhK57

#WorkplaceSafety #EmergencyEyewash #HealthandSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Book your complimentary site safety survey today through Hughes: https://t.co/1etiLY1JeR

Our Hughes expert will visit your facility, assess your existing safety showers and eye/face washes, and check they are correctly located and fully compliant with European guidelines. If you do not yet have safety showers installed, we will recommend solutions tailored to your industry, environment, and risk profile. Any existing safety showers will be checked to ensure they are compliant and fit for your requirements.

With over 55 years of experience in repair, servicing, manufacturing, and installation, you can rely on Hughes for trusted, actionable guidance – and the site survey itself is completely free of charge.

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/wOZ4p3pES9

#SafetyShowers #SafetySolutions #IndustrialSafety #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Keeps your self-contained eye washes compliant and ready for an emergency with Aquanella for eye washes: https://t.co/ntSq0WSRJw

This non-chemical water treatment module works continuously inside the tank to help prevent biofilm and pathogenic bacteria from building up for up to 3 years.

It is designed specifically for gravity-fed self-contained eye wash units where water can otherwise stagnate for long periods, helping you maintain water quality and protect workers’ eyes when seconds matter.

Want to know more about Hughes' Aquanella for eye washes? Send an enquiry to our team today:
📧 : [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/hRyn21aZVS

#SafetyShowers #SafetySolutions #IndustrialSafety #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[HSM @HSMmagazine]

When chemical exposure occurs, every second counts. Effective emergency response requires that safety showers and eye/face wash facilities deliver not only immediate but also safe decontamination. 
https://t.co/2fV1m5mCoW
@HughesSafety #healthandsafety

[HSM @HSMmagazine]

When it comes to eye safety in the workplace, having the correct emergency eye-irrigation equipment can make all the difference @HughesSafety #decontamination #healthandsafety injuryhttps://www.hsmsearch.com/product/saline-vs-eye-face-wash/

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Meet James Hamilton, Hughes’ Global Engineering Manager and spend a day in his role in our new video! Watch here: https://t.co/IOEaMQP0E6

In this interview, James shares insights into his role leading the global engineering teams at Hughes Safety Showers, from overseeing product development, collaborating with internal teams, and representing Hughes on the ANSI and EN standards committees.

His focus on continual improvement, adherence to international safety standards, and engineering bespoke solutions, plays a pivotal role in why customers trust Hughes as their preferred emergency safety shower manufacturer.

Discover how James’ expertise helps ensure reliability, compliance, and confidence in every Hughes product.

Want to know more about Hughes' safety shower range? Send an enquiry to our team today:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/MDwXYcfL7Z

#safetyshowers #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #healthandsafety #WorkplaceSafety #hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

How do chemical hazards enter the body in a chemical spill? Learn how to better protect your team from chemical exposure: https://t.co/GjMolWlEry

In many workplaces, employees work with corrosive or toxic substances that can harm the skin and eyes within seconds of contact. Safety showers and eyewash stations provide rapid decontamination, helping to flush chemicals away before they can penetrate tissue or enter the bloodstream.

To be effective, this equipment must meet ANSI/ISEA Z358.1, be within 10 seconds of the hazard, and deliver continuous tepid water flow for at least 15 minutes. Combined with PPE, good ventilation, spill control and regular testing and training, they form a vital line of defence when every second counts.

Do you have questions about safety equipment on your site? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/tMtcVDjmJE

#safetyshowersw #SafetySolutionsi #EmergencyEquipment #healthandsafety #WorkplaceSafety #hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

FAQ: How long does water preservative last in self-contained safety showers and eye/face washes?

Water additive preserves the quality of water in self-contained eye/face washes and safety showers for up to 120 days.

Once 120 days have elapsed the tank should be completely drained, disinfected, and re-filled, even if the unit was not activated in that timeframe.

Do you have other questions about safety equipment on your site? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/5FUMmlMqND

#SafetyShowers #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Discover how Hughes 1500L tank showers help you stay compliant and protect workers in remote or high-risk environments: https://t.co/1hndtDzfFd

These self-contained, gravity-fed units provide over 15 minutes of tepid water at the specified ANSI flow rates, independent of site water infrastructure.

Tailor each shower with alarms, sirens, lights, GRP access platforms, ramps, heaters, cooling, Hydroclenz, paneling, wireless monitoring, drain sumps, and privacy doors or strip screens to suit your site.

Built from corrosion-resistant materials and engineered to withstand seismic and extreme climate conditions, every unit is simple to operate via a hi-vis panic bar, includes a lidded eye/face wash and external test handle, and is supported by comprehensive service contracts and extended warranty options.

Curious about tank showers for your site? Send an email to our team:
🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/MqcX8u5c47

#SafetyShowers #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Learn how to protect your team from chemical hazards in food and beverage production: https://t.co/niMS6DIED8

Discover how cleaning agents, CIP chemicals, refrigerants, lab reagents and maintenance products can cause splash injuries, burns and vapour exposures during everyday tasks.

Learn how to map high-risk zones, strengthen handling procedures and training, and why compliant emergency showers and eyewashes are critical to rapid decontamination and reducing injury severity.

Curious about safety showers for your site? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/5WnXTdI6pK

#FoodandBeverage #SafetyShowers #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Who are Hughes Safety Showers? Watch the full video below and discover how Hughes have been protecting people at work for over half a century.

For more than 50 years, Hughes has specialised in designing and manufacturing emergency safety showers, eye and face wash units, and decontamination equipment for demanding industrial environments, helping sites stay compliant and workers stay safe.

From chemical processing and oil and gas to laboratories and heavy industry, our products are built to deliver rapid response when the worst happens.

Explore our journey from a single UK manufacturer established in 1968 to a trusted global partner in site safety, backed by ongoing innovation, robust engineering, and dedicated customer support.

Curious about safety showers for your site? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/QcLud0HeYV

#ChemicalSafety #SafetyShowers #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Protect your lab team from chemical splashes and serious injuries: https://t.co/peE6GGUjbu

Discover why compliant emergency showers and eye washes are critical, from meeting ANSI Z358.1-2014 flow and tepid temperature requirements to ensuring hands-free 15‑minute drenching. Learn best practices like weekly testing, clear access, modesty curtains, and fostering a strong safety culture.

Explore Hughes’ ANSI and EN compliant lab showers and eyewashes, including plumbed options and expert support with free site surveys.

Have another query about safety showers for your laboratory? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/0bzdYcAfhK

#ChemicalSafety #SafetyShowers #LabSafety #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Book your complimentary site survey with Hughes and take the guesswork out of safety shower compliance: https://t.co/TBtHHbTBh1
​
Purchasing new safety showers or deciding when to replace existing units can be daunting, especially when you’re juggling budgets, layouts, and evolving regulations.

A Hughes expert will visit your site free of charge, assess your existing showers and eye/face washes against European guidelines, and recommend the most suitable equipment in the right locations.

Within 7 days, you’ll receive a clear report highlighting any issues, suggestions, and advice on new or replacement units to help you achieve full compliance.

Ready to book your commitment-free site survey? Fill out the form at the link above.

Have another query about safety showers? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up for our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/UFUZR1hpNb

#ChemicalSafety #SafetyShowers #SiteSurvey #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Get practical advice on minimising bacteria risk in self-contained showers and eye washes here: https://t.co/6d9aEuL49k

Stored water used for emergency decontamination must be actively managed to control the growth of legionella and other harmful bacteria.

Implement a routine that includes monthly checks of storage tanks, quarterly cleaning and disinfection of shower heads, nozzles and strainers, and six‑monthly flushing of the entire system.

As part of this programme, always replace the water preservative in self-contained units every 120 days, or immediately after an incident, to keep the water safe and uncontaminated.

Have another query about safety showers? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up to our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/DIG5l786X2

#ChemicalSafety #SafetyShowers #FAQ #BacteriaManagement #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Explore how Hughes emergency tank showers keep your workforce protected, wherever they work. Read the full article here: https://t.co/OnDjksCBs2

From oil rigs and petrochemical plants to remote mining and water treatment sites, Hughes 1500L tank-fed showers provide a compliant, self-contained safety solution.

Each unit is engineered to deliver tepid water at specified flow rates for a full 15 minutes, even with no reliable plumbed supply. Add-ons such as alarms and beacons, GRP panelling, climate-specific heating or cooling, and the Hydroclenz system help you enhance safety, comfort, and water hygiene while meeting EN and ANSI standards.

Want to know more about our tank-fed safety showers? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up to our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/aRX942IMoE

#ChemicalSafety #SafetyShowers #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

FAQ: Should I remove contaminated clothing when using a safety shower?

Yes—contaminated clothing should be removed when using a safety shower as quickly as you are able.

Clothing can become saturated with chemicals during a spill and cause them to linger on the skin longer than necessary.

The only deviation from this rule is when the clothing is contaminated with a flammable chemical, where any static from quick removal could pose an ignition risk. In this scenario, you should take greater care to remove the clothing under the flow of the safety shower.

Have another query about safety showers? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up to our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/2qz84LgHqw

#ChemicalSafety #SafetyShowers #FAQ #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Did your safety showers survive the winter storm? Discuss heated safety shower options for worker protection in harsh cold: [email protected] 🇺🇸

The major snowstorm affecting many of the US's eastern and southern states has had devastating effects, leaving many without power.

For industrial sites, this may mean frozen and/or damaged emergency response equipment. If your site has been affected by the freeze, contact Hughes using the email address above, and our team will be able to assist in restoring your safety showers to full functionality or provide rental units to cover downtime.

--

For more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips sign up to our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/VUQerfyqHH

#ChemicalSafety #WinterStorm #ANSI #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[HSM @HSMmagazine]

Keep your workforce protected and your site compliant—without delay. Hughes now offers a dedicated range of emergency safety showers and eye/face washes available to ship within 72 hours.
@HughesSafety
#safety #showers #healthandsafety

https://t.co/wusI6EYREy

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

What are the top FAQs around safety showers and eye/face washes? Learn them all here: https://t.co/De2y1UWHnD

Ensuring the right water quality is not optional; ANSI and EN standards require potable (CAT1) water for all emergency safety equipment.

Using lower classification water risks exposing injured workers to contaminants such as toxic chemical waste, pathogenic organisms, and even biological waste, creating additional infection hazards during decontamination.

By choosing fully compliant solutions and correctly specified feeds, you protect your team from secondary injury and help your site meet its regulatory obligations.

Have a query that we've not listed above? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up to our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/olNaYrmWl2

#ChemicalSafety #SafetyShowers #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes

[Hughes Safety @HughesSafety]

Are saline eyewash bottles or eye/face wash stations the right choice for your site? Learn more here: https://t.co/FrmgPnmuHz
​
Saline eyewash bottles are ideal as first aid for minor irritants like dust or grit, and as a backup to keep rinsing the eyes while the casualty is transported to medical care. However, most saline bottles are not designed to meet the stringent requirements for chemical incidents, such as hands-free operation, activation within 1 second, and 15 minutes of continuous flow to both eyes.

For chemical splashes, compliant plumbed-in or self-contained eye/face wash stations are essential to deliver the required flow rates and full 15-minute decontamination. Units like the 45GEW, Optiwash and 15GEW offer rapid activation, hands-free operation and reliable coverage to help minimize harm and support safety standard compliance.

Want to learn more? Send an email to our team:
📧 : [email protected] | 🇺🇸: [email protected]

--

Want more safety shower, eyewash, and aftercare tips? Sign up to our quarterly newsletter here:
📨 https://t.co/AKmQjSy5HA

#ChemicalSafety #ANSI #SafetySolutions #EmergencyEquipment #HealthandSafety #WorkplaceSafety #Hughes