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Emergency Eye Wash | First Aid Safety Station | Wall Mounted Portable Unit | CB233
£3.68
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£4.42/ inc vat
- Sterile Saline Solution
- Wall-Mounted Bracket
- Simple Twist-Seal Cap
- 500ml Capacity
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Product Overview
When an accident happens in a busy kitchen or workshop, every single second counts. This is the Reliance Medical Emergency Eye Wash Station, a crucial piece of safety equipment designed for immediate, effective first aid. It’s a straightforward, wall-mounted unit containing a 500ml bottle of sterile saline solution, ready to grab and use the moment it’s needed. No fumbling with cupboards or complicated kits—just simple, fast relief.
This essential first aid safety station is designed for any environment where there's a risk of eye contamination, from commercial kitchens and bars to school science labs and industrial workshops. It’s a non-negotiable for meeting Health & Safety Executive (HSE) regulations, providing both you and your team with the confidence that you’re prepared for splashes, dust, or chemical contact. The smart design means it's always visible, always accessible, and incredibly easy to use under pressure.
With its simple twist-to-open cap and sterile solution, this unit is your first line of defence against serious eye injury. By placing this highly-visible wall mounted emergency eye wash station in a key location, you're not just buying a product; you're investing in your team's wellbeing and ensuring your business is fully compliant. It’s the simple, professional solution to a critical safety need.
Key Features and Benefits
- Sterile Saline Solution: Gently flushes the eye without causing any further irritation.
- Wall-Mounted Bracket: Keeps the station highly visible and accessible for immediate use.
- Simple Twist-Seal Cap: Ensures the solution remains sterile and is quick to open.
- 500ml Capacity: Provides plenty of fluid for a thorough and effective eye irrigation.
- HSE Regulation Compliant: Helps you meet mandatory UK health and safety requirements effortlessly.
- Portable Eye Wash Unit: The bottle can be removed from its bracket for mobile use.
- Clear Instructions: Allows for rapid, correct use by anyone, even in a panic.
- Compact & Durable Design: Protects the bottle and fits easily into busy work areas.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Reliance Medical
- SKU: CB233
- Dimensions: 190(H) x 70(W) x 70(D) mm
- Capacity: 500ml
- Contents: Sterile Saline Eye Wash Solution (0.9% w/v)
- Mechanism: Twist-off, tamper-proof cap
- Compliance: Meets current HSE Regulations
- Mounting: Includes wall-mountable bracket for easy installation
Expert Review and Insights
This isn't just a box to tick for the safety inspector. The Reliance Medical unit is robust, the twist-cap is refreshingly intuitive, and its dual-purpose design—wall-mounted yet portable—is a genuinely smart feature. It's the kind of no-fuss kit you hope you never need, but you're incredibly glad it's there and easy to use when you do.
Daniel Foster – Maintenance & Safety Expert View Profile →
- Practical Design: The wall mount and portable bottle combo is extremely useful.
- Single Use Only: Once opened, the bottle cannot be resealed for later use.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Copper Kettle, a bustling café in the heart of Cardiff, needed to overhaul its first aid provisions to meet updated HSE standards and better protect staff in their fast-paced kitchen. They installed three of the CB233 eye wash stations near the pot wash, fryer station, and chemical storage areas.
"Having these new eye wash stations clearly visible and accessible gives everyone on the team real peace of mind. It’s such a simple addition, but it makes a massive difference to our safety culture and shows we take their wellbeing seriously."
Robert Davies – Owner
The installation helped them successfully pass their recent environmental health inspection and has noticeably improved staff confidence in the cafe's workplace safety protocols.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Choose a highly visible, well-lit location near potential hazards (e.g., cooking or chemical areas).
- Ensure it's mounted at a convenient height for all staff members to reach easily.
- Use appropriate wall fixings for your surface type (e.g., plasterboard, brick, tile).
- Place a first aid or eye wash safety sign above the station for quick identification in an emergency.
Keeping It Going
- Regularly check the expiry date printed on the bottle and schedule replacements in advance.
- Wipe down the wall bracket and bottle with a damp cloth as part of your cleaning routine to keep it dust-free.
- If a bottle is used, even partially, it must be disposed of and replaced with a new sterile one immediately.
- Make checking the eye wash station a specific task in your weekly or monthly health and safety walk-around.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this wall mounted emergency eye wash station difficult to install?
A: Not at all. It comes with a simple wall bracket that can be fixed to most surfaces with just a couple of screws. The bottle then clips securely into place.
Q: Is the bottle refillable?
A: No. For hygiene and safety, the sterile saline bottles are strictly single-use. Once the seal is broken, it must be replaced to ensure sterility for the next use.
Q: What exactly is saline solution?
A: It's a sterile solution of 0.9% salt in water, which is pH-neutral and matches the natural composition of human tears. This means it can cleanse the eye without stinging or causing further irritation.
Q: Does this meet UK Health and Safety (HSE) requirements?
A: Yes, providing adequate and accessible eye wash facilities is a mandatory requirement under HSE regulations for most commercial and industrial environments.
Q: Can this portable eye wash unit be taken off the wall?
A: Absolutely. The bottle is designed to be quickly removed from the bracket, allowing you to carry it directly to an injured person if they cannot get to the station.
Q: How do you open the bottle in an emergency?
A: It features a simple twist-seal cap. A firm twist will break the seal, allowing the solution to be directed into the eye immediately.
Q: What is the capacity of the bottle?
A: Each bottle contains 500ml of sterile saline solution. This is generally considered sufficient for a thorough initial irrigation to flush out a contaminant.
Q: Where is the best place to install my commercial eye wash station?
A: It should be installed close to high-risk areas, such as cooking lines, deep fryers, chemical storage cupboards, or dusty workshops. Ensure it remains visible and unobstructed at all times.
Reliance Medical: Your Partner in Workplace Safety
Beyond the specifications of a single bottle, choosing Reliance Medical for your first aid needs is a statement about your commitment to safety. This isn't just about ticking a compliance box; it's about providing your team with reliable, effective tools when seconds matter most. The thoughtful design of this commercial eye wash station, from its easy-to-grab form to the foolproof twist-cap, is born from years of focusing purely on first aid solutions. Investing in a trusted, specialist brand like Reliance means fewer worries about product failure, clearer safety protocols for your staff, and the long-term value that comes from building a workplace culture where everyone feels protected and prepared. It’s a small price for significant peace of mind.
Explore more from Reliance MedicalWhy a Sterile Saline Solution is Non-Negotiable
You might wonder why you can't just use tap water in an emergency. The answer is all about safety and effectiveness. This station uses a sterile saline solution, which is essentially purified water with a tiny, precise amount of salt (0.9%). This concentration perfectly matches the natural saltiness of the human body, including your tears.
Think of it like this: jumping into a freshwater swimming pool can make your eyes sting, and so can swimming in the sea. That’s because the water isn't pH-balanced for your eyes. A sterile saline solution, however, is perfectly balanced. It won't sting or cause further irritation to an already injured eye. More importantly, it's guaranteed to be free from the bacteria, chlorine, and impurities found in tap water, which could cause a nasty infection in a vulnerable eye. This makes it the safest and most effective way to provide immediate first aid.
Who Should Buy This?
- Commercial Kitchens: Essential for quickly treating splashes from hot oils, cleaning chemicals, or spices.
- Schools & Colleges: A must-have for science labs, design technology workshops, and catering classrooms.
- Workshops & Garages: Provides immediate relief from dust, debris, or chemical contact in industrial settings.
- Laboratories & Clinics: Ensures a sterile, readily available solution for any accidental eye contamination.
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