ANSI Z358.1

The Beginner’s Guide to Eyewash Testing Gauges

The ANSI Z358.1 Standard states that to determine a suitable eyewash pattern, the eyewash testing gauge should be a minimum of 4 inches in length with two sets of parallel lines equidistant from the center. The interior of the lines should be 3.25 inches apart. (Section 5.1.8) 1. Activate the eye/face wash. Note: If the eye/face wash […]

Hydration

Check Out the Highlights From the 2014 PHA Summit

Check out the highlights from the Partnership for a Healthier America Summit in 2014. Notice the various shots of the Brita® Hydration Station® kiosks that provided attendee’s with Brita® filtered drinking water while roaming the show!

Safety

The Only Eyewash Video You Will Ever Need!

As you can tell we are pretty excited to introduce our brand, spanking new AXION® Videos.  And medical experts agree, AXION® MSR is a victim’s best choice for comfort, reliability and safety. Learn more in our new AXION MSR videos.

Hydration | Safety

Then vs. Now Throwback Thursday: New 2015 Product Catalog

As an introduction to our new Product Catalog, let’s throwback to product catalog covers and advertisements from back in the day and see how much things have changed and how Haws has innovated! Please contact your local rep to obtain a copy of the new 2015 Haws Product Catalog. Contact your local rep to obtain a copy […]

ANSI Z358.1

OSHA Fine For Lack of Proper Eyewash Equipment

February 8, 2014 A mining company was fined by OSHA totaling $5,776. In their inspection, they found that employees were exposed to fire hazards and risk of eye injuries. “The second violation designated as serious states that employees were at risk of eye injuries while handling corrosive chemicals, such as hydrated lime, copper sulfate and sodium hydroxide, […]

Safety

Advanced Safety Features of the Haws® Tankless Water Heater

By Casey Hayes, Director of Haws Integrated™ Tankless water heaters, also known as instantaneous water heaters, are designed to deliver a constant supply of hot water as needed without the use of a storage tank. When a water source is activated, cold water travels through a pipe, into the unit, and an electric element heats the water. […]

News and Events

Interview with Director of Sales, Sam Sarver

We took a moment to speak with our Director of Sales, Sam Sarver, to find out his thoughts for Haws in 2015. How did you begin working at Haws and how long have you worked there? I joined Haws 8 years ago when Scot McLean was in the process of changing the sales model at Haws. I […]

Safety

Are You A Safety Professional? We’d Love to Hear From You!

We are conducting a research project to evaluate health and safety professionals’ definition and expectation for acceptable emergency eyewashes and showers. We are interested in your opinion and would appreciate if you had 5-7 minutes to answer questions enclosed in the survey link below. As a thank you, we will send you a $10 e-gift card […]

Hydration

These Haws Drinking Fountain Photos From Around the World are Epic

Spot a Haws Drinking Fountain while out and about? If so, snap a picture and send it to [email protected]!

Hydration

Watch Bill Gates Drink Water That Was Sewage 5 Minutes Earlier

More than 2 billion people across the world are affected by not having access to clean water or proper sanitation, resulting in the death of over 700,000 children each year. Solving this problem isn’t as simple as installing sewer or septic systems, as they require more energy and infrastructure than could be effectively maintained in […]

Hydration

8 Reasons to be Thankful for Clean Water

1. Clean water helps us to deter from waterborne illnesses and parasites. Parasites can be spread by swallowing water that has been exposed to particular parasites. Proper hygiene also helps your immune system fight off parasites. 2. The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) was passed in 1974 to set standards for the quality of drinking […]

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The 12 Days of Haws: Happy Hawlidays!