Guardian G5022 Emergency Eyewash/Drench Hose Unit, Deck Mounted

✅ Two GS-Plus™ Spray Heads — Use As Fixed Eyewash Or Removable Drench Hose

✅ 8' Reinforced PVC Hose Rated To 275 PSI Maximum Working Pressure

✅ Forged Brass Squeeze Valve With Replaceable Stainless Steel Seat

✅ Stainless Steel Lever Handle With Locking Clip For Hands-Free Operation

✅ Nylon Deck Flange With Handle Locator Guide For Countertop Mounting

✅ Tested To And Compliant With ANSI Z358.1-2014 And The Uniform Plumbing Code

Guardian G5022 Deck-Mounted Eyewash & Drench Hose Unit

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.151(c) requires suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing where employees' eyes or body may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials. The Guardian G5022 is a dual-purpose unit designed to help meet emergency rinsing needs in a single fixture, mounted directly on a sink deck, lab bench, or countertop: leave it docked in the deck flange for use as a fixed eyewash with hands-free stay-open operation, or pull it out of the flange and use the 8' reinforced PVC hose to rinse any part of a worker's eyes, face, or body.

Guardian lists the G5022 as tested to and compliant with ANSI Z358.1-2014 as both an eyewash and a drench hose, plus the Uniform Plumbing Code. Two GS-Plus™ spray heads deliver a flood of water with internal flow control and integral filters, the forged brass squeeze valve has a replaceable stainless steel seat for long service life, and the locking clip keeps the valve open hands-free until manually released. The unit is completely assembled and water-tested prior to shipment. Final installed compliance depends on proper placement, water supply, tepid water, weekly activation, annual inspection, and site conditions.

Quick Specs

• Application: Dual-purpose deck-mounted eyewash and hand-held drench hose
• Spray Heads: Two GS-Plus™ spray heads mounted side-by-side
• Dust Covers: Flip-top dust covers on each spray head
• Flow Control: Internal flow control at each spray head
• Filters: Integral filters to help remove impurities from the water flow
• Valve: Forged brass squeeze valve activated by stainless steel lever handle
• Valve Seat: Replaceable stainless steel seat for exceptional durability
• Hands-Free: Locking clip engages when handle is depressed; valve stays open until clip is released
• Hose: 8' reinforced PVC hose, 275 PSI maximum working pressure
• Mounting: Nylon deck flange with handle locator guide for countertop mounting
• Mounting Shank: 1" IPS mounting shank with locknut
• Deck Hole Required: Ø1-3/8" (35mm)
• Inlet: 3/8" NPT male swivel inlet
• Sign: ANSI-compliant identification sign included
• Compliance: Tested to and complies with ANSI Z358.1-2014 and Uniform Plumbing Code
• Quality Assurance: Completely assembled and water-tested prior to shipment

Key Features

Eyewash And Drench Hose Functionality In One Fixture

Guardian lists the G5022 as meeting ANSI Z358.1-2014 requirements as both an eyewash and a drench hose. Left docked in the deck flange, it functions as a fixed eyewash with hands-free flow. Pulled out of the flange, the 8' hose lets a responder direct water to a worker's face, neck, chest, arms, or any area that a fixed bowl can't reach. One fixture provides both eyewash and drench-hose functionality when installed and maintained according to the applicable requirements.

Deck-Mount Design For Sinks, Lab Benches, And Countertops

The G5022 mounts directly through a 1-3/8" hole in a sink deck, lab bench, or countertop using a 1" IPS mounting shank with locknut. This makes it the right choice for installations where wall space is limited or unavailable — labs, healthcare exam rooms, dental offices, school chemistry rooms, and any work area where the existing sink deck is the most practical mounting surface.

Nylon Deck Flange With Handle Locator Guide

The deck flange includes a built-in handle locator guide that automatically positions the spray heads and handle facing forward when the unit is docked. After every use, the responder simply drops the spray-head assembly back into the flange and the locator guide aligns it correctly — so the unit is always oriented properly for the next emergency, with no manual repositioning required.

GS-Plus™ Spray Heads With Flip-Top Dust Covers

Two GS-Plus™ spray heads mounted side-by-side deliver a flood of water for rinsing eyes. Each spray head includes a flip-top dust cover that helps protect the outlet from debris between inspections and emergency use, plus internal flow control and an integral filter to help remove impurities from the supply water.

Forged Brass Squeeze Valve With Replaceable Stainless Steel Seat

The squeeze valve is forged brass and uses a replaceable stainless steel seat. When the seat shows wear from regular weekly testing, it can be serviced rather than requiring full valve replacement, which can extend the operational life of the unit in facilities with strict ANSI inspection programs.

Locking Clip For Hands-Free Operation

ANSI Z358.1-2014 requires emergency eyewash equipment to allow hands-free operation during the full flushing period so the user can hold their eyes open. The G5022's stainless steel lever handle has a locking clip that engages when the handle is depressed and keeps the valve open until manually released — supporting hands-free use in both the fixed-eyewash and drench-hose configurations.

8' Reinforced PVC Hose, 275 PSI Rated

The 8' reinforced PVC hose is rated for 275 PSI maximum working pressure. For installation reference, Guardian also notes that the hose should not be used in applications where line pressure exceeds 90 PSI, and the hose should be inspected periodically for deterioration as part of routine maintenance. The hose can be routed below the countertop, depending on the installation, helping keep the workspace cleaner between uses.

Which Version Is Right For You?

• G5022: Standard deck-mounted eyewash/drench hose unit. The right choice for most countertop installations.
• G5022BP: Same unit with an in-line dual check backflow preventer installed on the inlet. Required in some jurisdictions and on certain water-supply configurations — verify against local plumbing code.
• G5022VB: Same unit with an in-line vacuum breaker installed between the valve and spray head. Useful where local plumbing code requires vacuum-break protection.
• G5026: A similar dual-purpose unit configured for wall mounting with a spring-clip bracket instead of deck mounting. Always compare the current spec sheets before ordering.
• G5022-FSH-HG: Same base unit configured with an 8' flexible stainless steel hose in place of the standard PVC hose, plus an undercounter hose guide bracket to prevent tangling.

Sizing / How Many Do You Need?

ANSI Z358.1 generally requires emergency eyewash equipment within 10 seconds of any chemical hazard, on the same level, and along an unobstructed path. The G5022 can serve as the primary eyewash for a hazard zone (Guardian lists the unit as meeting ANSI Z358.1-2014 as both an eyewash and a drench hose) when properly installed on a deck within reach of the work area, or it can be installed alongside an existing wall-mount station to add hand-directed coverage for chest, neck, and full-body rinsing that a fixed bowl can't reach. For larger facilities with multiple hazard zones, plan one unit per zone. Final placement should be reviewed against ANSI Z358.1 and your site's safety plan.

Why Buy From EyewashDirect?

EyewashDirect carries the full Guardian eyewash and drench hose lineup — including the G5022, the wall-mount G5026, the backflow-preventer G5022BP, the vacuum-breaker G5022VB, and the flexible stainless steel hose G5022-FSH-HG variant — along with thermostatic mixing valves and the most-replaced GS-Plus service parts (AP470-001 spray heads, 470-004R foam filters, 470-005R flow controls). Our team can help you compare deck-mount vs wall-mount, single eyewash vs combination drench-hose, and tepid-water options so you choose the right unit for your application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Guardian G5022 Meet ANSI Z358.1?

Yes. Guardian lists the G5022 as tested to and compliant with ANSI Z358.1-2014 as both an eyewash and a drench hose, plus the Uniform Plumbing Code. Final installed compliance depends on proper installation, location, tepid water supply, weekly activation, annual inspection, and site conditions.

Can The G5022 Be Used As A Primary Eyewash?

Yes. Guardian states the G5022 meets ANSI Z358.1-2014 as both an eyewash and a drench hose. When left docked in the deck flange, it functions as a fixed eyewash with hands-free flow, subject to proper installation and tepid water supply.

Does The G5022 Require Tepid Water?

Yes, if it is being installed as an ANSI-compliant emergency eyewash. ANSI Z358.1-2014 requires tepid water (60–100°F) for any emergency eyewash used for the 15-minute flush. Guardian lists the G6020 thermostatic mixing valve as a compatible option to blend hot and cold water and deliver tepid water as required.

What Size Hole Do I Need In The Deck?

The G5022 requires a Ø1-3/8" (35mm) hole in the deck and uses a 1" IPS mounting shank with locknut to secure the unit.

What's The Difference Between The G5022 And G5026?

The main difference is the mounting style. The G5022 is deck-mounted with a nylon deck flange (for sinks, lab benches, or countertops), while the G5026 is wall-mounted with a spring-clip bracket. Always compare the current spec sheets before ordering.

What's The Difference Between The G5022, G5022BP, And G5022VB?

The G5022 is the standard unit. The G5022BP adds an in-line dual check backflow preventer on the inlet. The G5022VB adds an in-line vacuum breaker installed between the valve and spray head. Some jurisdictions and certain water-supply configurations require backflow prevention or vacuum-break protection — verify against your local plumbing code or with your facility's plumbing inspector before ordering.

What Hose Length Is Included?

The G5022 ships with an 8' reinforced PVC hose rated for 275 PSI maximum working pressure. Guardian notes the hose should not be used in applications where line pressure exceeds 90 PSI, and the hose should be inspected periodically for deterioration. A flexible stainless steel hose option is available as the G5022-FSH-HG variant.

What Replacement Parts Does The G5022 Use?

Common service parts include the AP470-001 GS-Plus replacement spray head, 470-004R replacement foam filters (6 per package), and 470-005R replacement flow controls (6 per package). The valve seat is also replaceable for extended service life.

What Size Water Connection Does The G5022 Use?

The G5022 has a 3/8" NPT male swivel inlet.

Is The Unit Tested Before Shipment?

Yes. Guardian states that the G5022 is completely assembled and water-tested prior to shipment.

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