Eyewash stations and safety showers — Massachusetts

Massachusetts adopts federal requirements for eyewash stations and safety showers, with the following note due to inconsistency between regulations and building codes:

• The Board interpreted the adoption of ANSI Z-358.1 by way of 248 CMR 10.13 (1)(l)7 as an alternate code compliant installation method which does not require compliance with 248 CMR 10.13 (1)(l) 4 to 6 when specific guidelines are adhered to.
• The Policy will also clarify locations where emergency equipment is required:
  • every school, college, university, or building laboratory newly constructed or renovated, or
  • any room used for similar purposes wherein:
    • corrosive or flammable liquids are handled;
    • chemicals are stored or used; or
    • where open flame devices are used.