What is eye protection?
Eye protection includes a wide range of safety equipment from eyeglass and goggles, to faceshields used in welding applications. This equipment protects the wearer from flying particles, dust, liquid chemcicals and glare while on the job.

Can any type of protection be used?
No, it must be chosen depending on the types of hazards a worker will be in contact with. All eye protection isn’t created equal (impact, heat, chemical resistance, glare resistance or a combination of) and therefore specific protection will be required to keep one safe on the job. All safety eyewear used must be certified.

Where does PPE Certification come from?
The certification to look for when choosing eyewear protection is labeled “ANSI”. This is from the American National Standards Institute which ensures that all standards for a particular product are met and adhered to for the protection of the consumer.

Does one need training prior to to using eye protection?
Yes! An employer must provide training to all employees who come in contact with harmful substances where eye protection will be required. This training should occur at least once per year and be comprehensive in how to prevent injuries on the job. This should include: uses of, maintenance and storage, inspection of, proper fit and any protection limitations of the product.

Who should host these trainings?
One who is qualified and trained as an administrator within a company or organization. Work site procedures must be enforced and should include selection of the eyewear protection, fit tests, use of and care of the equipment as well as what to do in an emergency situation.

What if an employee already wears glasses?
Eyewear protection comes in a wide range of sizes and shapes, therefore allowing an employee to have additional eye protection available to wear over their prescribed glasses. 

Can an employee just use a faceshield as eyewear protection?
No. A faceshield won’t provide adequate protection from impact hazards and therefore should be used in conjunction with safety glasses or goggles.

To view Seton’s full line of eyewear protection, visit us at seton.com/Safety Eyewear

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