Eye & Face Protection

  • Spectales
  • Goggles
  • Face Shields
  • Welding Protection

    USEFUL REFERENCES

  • AS/NZS 1336:1997/Amdt1:1997 Recommended practices for occupational eye protection.
  • AS/NZS 1337:1992/Amdt2:1997 Eye protectors for industrial applications.
  • AS/NZS 1337.4:2004 Personal eye protection. Filters and eye protectors against laser radiation.
  • AS/NZS 1338:1992/Amdt1:1994 Filters for eye protectors.

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APPLICATION
When engineering & administrative controls are unable to remove the potential for eye and / or face injuries, suitable PPE must be worn.

RISK ASSESSMENT
When determining a need for eye protection, carry out a risk assessment of the task to ensure that the correct specification for eye protection is chosen. Never assume that the present choice is the right one. The following should be considered:

  • The need for prescription assistance to eyesight.
  • The effect of the eye protection on other PPE e.g. earmuffs.
  • Low, medium & high energy particles and materials.
  • Chemical, microbiological, hot materials & cryogenic liquids.
  • Intense light sources (including welding operations), laser, ultraviolet, infrared, ionizing radiation. Shade filters 3-8 for gas welding and shade 9-15 (auto lens) for arc and cutting processes; fixed lens shade 10 limited to 150 amps.
  • Sunlight and glare.
  • Laser protection for Class 1 & 2 is available as an ordered item, however for classes 3 & 4, the laser manufacturer’s recommendations must be stated before the required protection can be sourced.

Note that eye protection must meet specified protection parameters detailed in MSDS, safe work method statements & job safety assessments. If unsure of the suitability of eye protection, carry out a risk assessment. Signs conforming to AS 1319 Safety signs for the occupational environment shall be posted to indicate eye protection zones. Signs should be clear and strategically placed to capture attention.

 Lens Rating & Test

Engraved Marking

Type

 Low Impact - 42 gm steel ball at 12m/sec

 None

Safety spectacles and goggles

 Medium Impact - 6mm steel ball at 40m/sec

 I

 Safety spectacles, goggles & some face shields

 High Impact - 6mm steel ball at 120m/sec

 V

 Face shields - full face ONLY

 Outdoor - 99.95% UV to 380 nanometres

O

N

 Safety spectacles, goggles, face shields

 Non-ionising gas

 SHADE

 3 to 9

 Non-ionising arc

 SHADE

 10 to 15

 Molten metals / Hot solids

 M

 Faceshields, wire mesh screens, visor assemblies

 Chemical splash

 C

 Goggles



Safety Tips

  • Eye protection can compromise hearing protection if ear muffs are worn.

  • Eye protection will be compromised by respiratory protection. Always check nose-bridge shapes of a safety spectacle with the respirator on.

  • Grinding and cutting protection must include both a high impact face-shield AND safety spectacles.

  • Check the lens markings for impact and outdoor (UV protection) ratings.

  • Ensure that a welding lens has a high impact rated clear chipping lens underneath.


SafetyQuip offers a full scope safety supply service for eye and face protection including safety glasses, face masks, face mask, welding helmets, eye protection, chemical goggles, face shields and face guards.