Every year thousands of workers injure their eyes or lose their sight, not because proper protection wasn’t available, but because they chose not to use it. Workers must use adequate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids or caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, or potentially harmful light radiation.
Essentially, exposure is defined as being within a distance of a hazard where injury could predictably occur. In the case of hazards created by flying particles, anyone within 15 feet of the source of the hazard is considered to be at risk, although this distance may increase depending on the hazard. These risks apply to everyone, including management personnel, supervisors, and visitors while they are in a hazardous area. This company provides eye and face personal protective equipment suitable for the work being done, and everyone is required to use it.
Protection will meet the following requirements:
- Adequately protect against the particular hazard
- Be reasonably comfortable when worn under working conditions
- Fit snugly without interfering with your movements or vision
- Be durable and kept in good repair
- Easy to clean and disinfect
- Be clearly marked with manufacturer’s identification, rating limits and precautions
Normal prescription glasses and sunglasses meant for everyday use do not meet the requirements for industrial strength safety glasses and don’t provide adequate protection.
Always wear eye and face protection when performing:
Metal-working operations such as grinding, cutting, and machining during fabrication processes
All hot-work including gas torch-welding, torch-cutting, brazing, electric stick welding, and wire-feed welding
Air-gun or other air-tool operations involving compressed air
Woodworking operations using power saws, routers, planers, sanders, lathes, or chippers
Operating any power tool, powder actuated tool, or machinery that discharges debris
Any power or pressure spray operations
Any other general or specialized chemical handling processes where the risk of splash of harmful material is present
Good vision is an asset we all take for granted. Don’t take any chances; always protect your eyesight.
