How often should portable eyewash stations be inspected?

• A. Monthly
• B. Weekly
• C. Quarterly
• D. Annually

Answer: (A)

Regularly checking eyewash stations is essential to ensure they’re ready to use in an emergency. For portable eyewash units, a monthly visual inspection is typically performed to confirm the unit is present, accessible, unobstructed, clearly labeled, and undamaged, and to verify the water supply (for self-contained units) is adequate and clean. This monthly cadence strikes a balance between catching issues early and not overburdening maintenance; waiting longer could let problems go unnoticed, while quarterly or annual checks might miss small but critical faults. Some programs also perform brief weekly function checks to verify water flow, but the inspection frequency being asked about is monthly.