You should always wear eye and/or face protection if you work around dust, flying particles, harmful light radiation or hazardous chemicals.
PROPER CARE AND USE OF SAFETY GLASSES
- Replace glasses that have scratches, cracks or any abnormal wear
- Clean lenses under running water to help prevent scratches
- Use a headband or straps to keep your glasses from falling off
- Store your glasses in a clean, dry location
TYPES OF EYE/FACE PROTECTION
- Side shields provide moderate impact protection from flying particles
- Safety goggles protect eyes, eye sockets and surrounding facial area from impact, dust, splashes and other hazards
- Chemical goggles protect eyes from liquid chemicals
- Welders’ helmets protect eyes from sparks, splashing metals and harmful light rays
- Laser safety goggles protect eyes from intense concentrations of light from lasers
- Face shields protect eyes and entire face from flying particles, sparks and chemicals splashes/sprays
