SIST EN 15154-1:2007

Emergency safety showers - Part 1: Plumbed-in body showers for laboratories

This document is a product specification, giving performance requirements for emergency safety body showers connected to the water supply. It is applicable to plumbed-in body showers only, located in laboratory facilities. It is not applicable to emergency safety showers used on industrial sites or in other such areas.
Requirements are given in respect of the performance, installation, adjustment and marking of the showers as well as installation, operation and maintenance instructions to be given by the manufacturer.
NOTE   Attention is drawn to national regulations which may apply in respect of the installation and use of emergency safety showers.

Sicherheitsnotduschen - Teil 1: Körperduschen mit Wasseranschluss für Laboratorien

Diese Europäische Norm ist eine Produktnorm, die Funktionsanforderungen an Sicherheitskörperduschen
festlegt, die an die Wasserversorgung angeschlossen sind. Sie gilt nur für Sicherheitskörperduschen mit
Wasseranschluss, die in Laborbereichen installiert sind. Sie gilt nicht für Sicherheitsnotduschen in
Produktionsstätten oder ähnlichen Bereichen.
Es sind Anforderungen hinsichtlich der Funktion, Installation, Justierung und Kennzeichnung der Duschen
festgelegt sowie Anforderungen an die vom Hersteller zur Verfügung zu stellenden Installations-, Bedienungs-
und Wartungsanleitungen.
ANMERKUNG Es wird auf nationale Regelwerke hingewiesen, die hinsichtlich Installation und Anwendung von
Sicherheitsnotduschen gelten können.

Douches de sécurité - Partie 1 : Douches pour le corps raccordées au réseau d'eau utilisées en laboratoire

Le présent document est une spécification de produit indiquant les exigences de performance des douches de
sécurité pour le corps utilisant de l’eau. Il est applicable seulement aux douches pour le corps raccordées au
réseau d’eau installées dans des laboratoires. Il n’est pas applicable aux douches de sécurité pour le corps
utilisées sur des sites industriels ou dans d’autres endroits.
Des exigences concernant les performances, l’installation, les réglages et le marquage des douches ainsi que
les instructions d’installation, de fonctionnement et de maintenance à fournir par le fabricant, sont données.
NOTE L’attention est attirée sur les réglementations nationales qui peuvent concerner l’installation et l’utilisation des
douches pour le corps.

Varnostne prhe za prvo pomoč - 1. del: Prhe za spiranje telesa s stalnim priključkom na vodovod v laboratorijih

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Jan-2007
• ICS: 11.160 - First aid
• ICS: 71.040.10 - Chemical laboratories. Laboratory equipment
• Technical Committee: I13 - Imaginarni 13
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Feb-2007
• Due Date: 01-Feb-2007
• Completion Date: 01-Feb-2007
• Ref Project: EN 15154-1:2006 - Emergency safety showers - Part 1: Plumbed-in body showers for laboratories

Relations

• Revised: kSIST FprEN 15154-1:2025 - Emergency safety showers - Part 1: Plumbed-in body showers for laboratories
• Effective Date: 13-Mar-2024

Overview

SIST EN 15154-1:2007 is a European standard developed by CEN that specifies performance requirements, design considerations, and installation guidelines for emergency safety showers permanently connected to the water supply in laboratory settings. This standard pertains exclusively to plumbed-in body showers used within chemical or scientific laboratories and explicitly excludes showers installed in industrial or other non-laboratory environments.

The document outlines criteria for ensuring reliable, effective, and safe operation of emergency showers to assist personnel exposed to hazardous substances or fire. Compliance with EN 15154-1 supports workplace safety by providing essential performance benchmarks, manufacturer instructions, and regulatory marking details aligned with European safety expectations.

Key Topics

• Scope and Applicability
  EN 15154-1 applies to plumbed-in body showers in laboratories only, focusing on equipment permanently connected to continuous water supplies. It excludes portable or industrial emergency showers.

• Performance Requirements

  • Minimum water flow rate: Typically 60 liters per minute for at least 15 minutes, ensuring full-body flushing.
  • Water distribution: At a point 700 mm below the shower head, at least 50% of water should fall within a 200 mm radius circle with uniform distribution.
  • Low water velocity to prevent injury when exposed to the water spray.
  • Use of potable or equivalent quality water that meets European or national standards without contamination risks.

• Design and Installation

  • Shower head height: Installed so the lower edge is at 2200 mm (±100 mm) above floor level.
  • Clearance: A free space radius of 400 mm around the centerline, with only limited projections permitted.
  • Valve requirements: Manual or automatic operation enables full opening within 1 second, with easy control even when wearing protective gloves (max 100 N force or 7 Nm torque). The valve must remain open until manually closed.

• Shower Head Features
  Adjustment of spray direction or water distribution requires a tool to prevent accidental changes. The shower head must be self-draining, removable only via tools for maintenance, ensuring hygiene and consistent performance.

• Manufacturer Information and Marking
  Complete instructions on installation, usage, maintenance, and routine testing must be provided. Clear, permanent markings including flow pressure limits and manufacturer identification are mandatory. Compliance with ISO 3864-1 safety signage for emergency locations is required.

• Recommended Water Temperature
  While water must be potable, tepid water around 15 ºC is preferred to maximize safety and comfort during prolonged use, avoiding risk of hypothermia or chemical enhancement caused by extreme temperatures.

Applications

EN 15154-1 is essential for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of emergency showers installed in:

• Chemical Laboratories – Immediate flushing to prevent chemical burns or contamination.
• Research Facilities – Quick response to spills or accidents involving hazardous materials.
• Educational Science Labs – Compliance with safety standards in university or school settings with laboratory experiments.
• Pharmaceutical Labs – Protection for personnel working with toxic or reactive substances.

Implementing these standards helps laboratory managers and safety officers design emergency response infrastructure that meets European regulations, protects users, and supports occupational health and safety programs.

Related Standards

• EN 15154-2:2006 - Plumbed-in eye wash units
• EN 420 - Protective gloves - General requirements and test methods (relevant for valve operation)
• ISO 3864-1 - Safety colours and safety signs - Design principles for workplace emergency signage
• Upcoming Parts of EN 15154 series include portable body and eye wash units as well as showers for production environments.

Conclusion

SIST EN 15154-1:2007 provides comprehensive requirements that are vital for the reliable and safe operation of plumbed-in emergency body showers in laboratories. Adhering to these guidelines ensures rapid and adequate decontamination in emergencies involving chemical exposure or fire, thereby safeguarding laboratory personnel and complying with European safety regulations.

Keywords: EN 15154-1, emergency safety showers, plumbed-in body shower, laboratory safety, water flow rate, safety shower installation, chemical laboratory emergency equipment, safety shower standards, European safety regulations

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.VWDOQLPSicherheitsnotduschen - Teil 1: Körperduschen mit Wasseranschluss
für LaboratorienDouches de sécurité - Partie 1 : Douches pour le corps raccordées au réseau d'eau utilisées en laboratoireEmergency safety showers - Part 1: Plumbed-in body showers for laboratories71.040.10Kemijski laboratoriji. Laboratorijska opremaChemical laboratories. Laboratory equipment11.160First aidICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15154-1:2006SIST EN 15154-1:2007en,fr,de01-februar-2007SIST EN 15154-1:2007SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 15154-1September 2006ICS 71.040.10 English VersionEmergency safety showers - Part 1: Plumbed-in body showersfor laboratoriesDouches de sécurité - Partie 1 : Douches pour le corpsraccordées au réseau d'eau utilisées en laboratoireSicherheitsnotduschen - Teil 1: Körperduschen mitWasseranschluss
für LaboratorienThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 19 August 2006.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2006 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 15154-1:2006: ESIST EN 15154-1:2007
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