Emergency eyewash station repair quote
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01/10/25, 12:14
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Scope of Works
• Inspect the eyewash unit, supply pipework and nearby controls for leaks, damage or contamination
• isolate water and electrical supplies where necessary and assess any chemical contamination risks
• repair or replace failed components such as valves, nozzles, push-plates and seals
• flush and test flow rate and spray pattern to the applicable standard and record readings
• replace sterile bottles/cartridges and labels or provide temporary measures if immediate replacement is not available
• handle contaminated solution with appropriate PPE and arrange safe disposal or hazardous waste collection if required
• provide a written service/test report, remedial recommendations and a recommended next service date
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £90 | £150 | First 30–60 minutes on site |
Labour per hour | £65 | £95 | Qualified technician hourly rate |
Materials | £20 | £250 | Replacement nozzles, valves, bottles or complete units |
Disposal | £10 | £60 | Contaminated solution or hazardous cartridge disposal |
Extras (e.g. working at height, certification) | £40 | £280 | On-site certification, access equipment or travel premiums |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £180 | £650 | Most routine repairs and tests fall in this range; major replacements or difficult access cost more |
Time on Site
Most inspections, minor repairs and a standard flow test take 30–90 minutes; full replacement, hazardous waste handling or difficult access can extend this to 2–4 hours and on-site certification adds 15–30 minutes
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• Are you qualified to test and repair eyewash stations to EN15154 (or relevant standard) and can you provide a written report?
• What is your typical emergency response time and do you offer out-of-hours call-outs?
• Can you supply replacement parts on the same visit and what warranty do parts and labour have?
• How will you handle contaminated solution and do you charge extra for hazardous waste disposal?
• Will the job include a flow/pattern test and a signed certificate or log entry for compliance records?
• Do you carry public and employer liability insurance and can you provide a risk assessment method statement for site work?
How to Avoid Surprises
• ensure clear, safe access to the eyewash station and a nearby parking space for the technician
• point out isolation valves and provide building contact details or keys for locked plant rooms
• have safety data sheets (SDS) for nearby chemicals available and advise the tradie of contamination risks
• confirm whether working at height equipment or permits are needed for external or elevated stations
• clear the area of non-essential staff and pets and advise reception/security of the visit
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