Mediq eyewash station, enclosed plastic cabinet
The Mediq EWSEP is an enclosed, wall-mounted plastic cabinet that holds sterile 0.9% sodium chloride eyewash, keeping it clean, visible and within seconds of the hazard. It suits Australian workplaces where dust, chemicals or grinding put eyes at risk.
Key takeaways
- The Mediq EWSEP holds sterile 0.9% sodium chloride eyewash in an enclosed, wall-mounted plastic cabinet.
- Bottles open with one hand, and one 500mL bottle gives about five minutes of flushing.
- The eyewash is CE-labelled with a five-year expiry, so replacement can be planned well ahead.
- Where corrosive chemicals are used, back the station with extra bottles or a plumbed eyewash.
| Spec | Mediq EWSEP | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Enclosed wall-mounted plastic cabinet | Suits the wall near your hazard |
| Solution | 0.9% sodium chloride (isotonic saline) | Concentration stated on the listing |
| Wash time | About 5 minutes per 500mL bottle | How many bottles the task needs |
| Operation | Single-hand bottle opening | An injured worker can open it alone |
| Labelling | CE-labelled, 5-year expiry | Expiry date when the stock arrives |
| Mounting | Wall-mounted near eye hazards | Signage and a clear path to it |
What is the Mediq EWSEP eyewash station?
The Mediq EWSEP is a wall-mounted eyewash station: an enclosed plastic cabinet holding sterile 0.9% sodium chloride saline, protected from dust and tampering but instantly reachable. The cabinet gives a workplace one obvious, signposted eye irrigation point, so a worker can start flushing within seconds of an incident.
The Mediq Eyewash Station Enclosed Plastic Cabinet (EWSEP) gives a workplace a fixed, highly visible eye irrigation point. The enclosed plastic cabinet keeps sterile 0.9% sodium chloride eyewash protected from dust and tampering while remaining instantly accessible, so a worker with something in their eye can begin flushing within seconds rather than searching for supplies.
The eyewash itself is an isotonic saline that matches the natural composition of eye fluid, the bottles open with one hand for fast self-administration, and the product is CE-labelled with a five-year expiry so you can plan replacement well ahead.
Key features
- Type: Enclosed wall-mounted plastic cabinet
- Solution: 0.9% sodium chloride (isotonic saline)
- Typical wash time: ~5 minutes per 500mL bottle
- Operation: Single-hand bottle opening
- Labelling: CE-labelled, 5-year expiry
- Mounting: Wall-mounted near eye hazards
Where it fits
- Listed under first aid supplies at Done Right Safety
- Compare against the alternatives in the same category before ordering
Mediq eyewash station, enclosed plastic cabinet specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| SKU | EWSEP |
| Brand | Mediq |
| Category | First Aid (Workplace Safety) |
| Type | Enclosed wall-mounted plastic cabinet |
| Solution | 0.9% sodium chloride (isotonic saline) |
| Typical Wash Time | ~5 minutes per 500mL bottle |
| Operation | Single-hand bottle opening |
| Labelling | CE-labelled, 5-year expiry |
| Mounting | Wall-mounted near eye hazards |
| Product code | EWSEP |
| Product type | first aid product |
| Where to buy | Done Right Safety, donerightsafety.com.au |
Where should you mount the eyewash station, and how do you maintain it?
Mount the cabinet within a few seconds' reach of the hazard, whether that is grinding and cutting, chemical decanting, battery charging or dusty work, and add eyewash-station signage. Check it with your routine first aid inspections: bottles present, sealed and inside the five-year expiry, with the cabinet and signage unobstructed.
An enclosed cabinet protects the eyewash from dust, sunlight and accidental contamination, which matters because a sterile product is only useful if it stays sterile. The cabinet also creates an obvious, signposted location, so in the panic of an eye injury workers know exactly where to go. Seconds count when flushing the eye, so keeping the eyewash visible and ready is the whole point.
Eye irrigation best practice
For dust and minor irritants, begin flushing immediately and continue until the eye is clear and comfortable. For chemical exposure, first aid guidance is to irrigate continuously for an extended period, often 15 to 20 minutes or more, and to treat it as a medical emergency. A single bottle is a first response, and additional bottles or a plumbed eyewash should back it up where corrosive chemicals are used.
Where to install it
Mount the station close to the hazard, whether that is grinding and cutting, chemical decanting, battery charging, or dusty and compressed-air processes, and within a few seconds' reach of the work position. Add eyewash-station signage so it is easy to locate, and keep the path to it clear at all times.
Maintenance
Inspect the cabinet as part of your routine first aid checks: confirm bottles are present, sealed and within the five-year expiry, and that the cabinet and signage are unobstructed. Replace used or expired bottles promptly so the station is always incident-ready.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Mediq eyewash cabinet contain?
The cabinet holds sterile 0.9% sodium chloride eyewash, an isotonic saline that matches the natural composition of eye fluid, inside an enclosed wall-mounted plastic housing that keeps the bottles visible, clean and protected from tampering. Bottles open with one hand, so a worker can start flushing without help.
How much flushing does one 500mL bottle give?
One 500mL bottle gives about five minutes of flushing, which suits dust and minor irritants where you flush until the eye is clear and comfortable. For longer irrigation, keep spare bottles on hand or pair the station with a plumbed eyewash where corrosive chemicals are used.
Is one station enough for chemical work?
For corrosive chemicals, a single bottle is only the first response. First aid guidance is to irrigate continuously for an extended period, often 15 to 20 minutes or more, and to treat the exposure as a medical emergency, so back the station with additional bottles or a plumbed eyewash.
How long do the eyewash bottles last?
Bottles are CE-labelled with a five-year expiry, so replacement can be planned well ahead. Check the dates during routine first aid inspections, confirm each bottle is present and sealed, and replace any that have been used or have passed the expiry so the station stays incident-ready.
Done Right Safety Team
Safety, PPE & Workwear Specialists
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Sources
- Mediq product listing on donerightsafety.com.au