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2015 OP306 FlowXXX NP 306 Flow: Sec 1 NON-PRICED VERSION

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Eye Protection

Personal protective eyewear, such as
goggles and safety glasses, must be used in
a workplace where an eye hazard exists.

Each day approximately 2,000 U.S. workers sustain an eye injury on the
job that requires medical treatment. A third of the injuries are treated in
hospital ERs and more than 100 of these injuries result in a day or more
of lost work. The majority of these injuries result from small particles or
object striking or abrading the eye.

When choosing eye protection, you’ll want to analyze and identify the
hazards of your workplace. Then, the choice can be made between
safety glasses, goggles or a combination of faceshield with glasses or
goggles as secondary protection.

Safety Glasses

Safety glasses protect against general impact. However, the speed of
the impact must be taken into consideration. The higher the velocity, the
more likely the safety glasses could be dislodged. In this case, goggles
or a faceshield may be a better choice.

Goggles

Goggles are available in two styles. Direct vented or indirect vented.
Indirect Vented goggles are for protection against vapors, chemicals,
liquids and dust.
Direct Vented goggles provide air fow to the eye area but are only
approved for protection against particulates. Ideal for jobs
such as grinding or cutting where dust is an issue.

Faceshields

Ideal for workers exposed to high speed fying particles or chemical
splashes. These must be used in conjunction with safety glasses or
goggles to protect against secondary hazards.

UV Protection

Crucial for workers exposed to ultraviolet radiation such as outdoor
workers and welders.

Lens Coatings/Colors

Eye protection is available in a variety of coatings and lens colors.
Hard-coated – for applications where lens scratching is an issue.
Anti-Fog/Anti-Mist – for jobs where workers are exposed to extremes
of temperature or warm humid environments.
Clear Lenses – for indoor or outdoor applications in below normal
light conditions.
Gray or Brown Lenses – for outdoor use where above average
light is available.
Amber Lenses – for applications where light conditions are below
normal or where enhanced contrast is needed.

Eye protection should be ft to the worker or adjustable to provide for
appropriate coverage. The worker’s personal vision needs to come
into play, with safety glasses that allow the user to wear their own
glasses underneath.

You’ll want to see good eye protection at work in your
environment. Make informed choices and be safe.

www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/eye

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