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# EYE & FACE PROTECTION Date Posted: 04/24/2023 Your eyes are vital for experiencing the fullness of life. Losing the capability to see is not worth the risk of taking shortcuts in your work for any reason. According to OSHA, thousands of people are blinded each year from work-related eye injuries that could have been prevented with the proper selection and use of eye and face protection. Additionally, there are approximately 2,000 work-related eye injuries each day, with the construction industry being affected the most of any other industry. When sorted into common construction trades, electricians, plumbers, and pipefitters are statistically at elevated risk! ## EYE AND FACE RISK FACTORS Many potential construction-related activities may create hazards to the eyes and face that necessitate appropriate protection. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), most work-related eye injuries result from "small particles striking the eye." Everyday construction tasks where small particles are likely created and may become projectiles include, but are not limited to, the following: • Jackhammering - Chiseling - Drilling - Grinding • Fastening • Cutting • Powder-actuated tools ## EYE AND FACE HAZARDS ## STRIKING OR SCRAPING Most eye injuries result from small particles or objects striking or scraping the eye, such as dust, cement chips, metal slivers, and wood chips. These materials are often ejected by tools, windblown, or fall from above a worker. However, large objects may also strike the eye or face, or a worker may run into an object causing blunt-force trauma to the eyeball, eye socket, or another part of the face. ## PENETRATION Objects like nails, staples, or slivers of wood or metal can go through the eyeball and permanently cause vision loss. ## CHEMICAL OR THERMAL BURNS Industrial chemicals or cleaning products are common causes of chemical burns to one or both eyes. However, thermal burns to the eye also occur, often among welder…

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# Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Checklist (cont.) <table><tr><th>12. If the employee provides his/her own PPE, is it adequate to protect the worker from hazards in the workplace?</th><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr><tr><td>Eye and Face Protection (N/A )</td><td>Yes</td><td>No</td><td>Comments</td></tr><tr><td>13. Do employees perform hammering, cutting, grinding, sanding and/or masonry work that produces or could produce particles/dust or debris?</td><td>ㅁㅁㅁ</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>14. Do employees handle chemicals that could splash into their eyes or face?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>15. Do employees work with wet or powdered cement?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>16. Do employees weld?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>17. Do employees work in dusty or windy conditions?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>If "yes" in response to any of the above eye and face protection questions, are the employees using appropriate PPE as applicable (i.e. safety glasses, goggles, welding shields, face shields, etc.)?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>18. Do safety glasses have frames constructed of plastic or metal with impact-resistant lenses?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>19. Do safety glasses have side shields?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>20. Do safety glasses and goggles completely cover the eyes, eye socket and area surrounding the eyes?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>21. Are goggles tight-fitting?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>22. Are welding shields made of fiberglass or vulcanized fiber with a filtered lens?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>23. Do the filter lenses have the appropriate shade number to protect against specific hazards of the welding work being performed?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>24. Is damaged, defective or worn eye/face protection properly discarded and replaced?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></…

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# Eye and Face Protection (cont.) ## Types of Eye/Face Protectors (cont.) <table><tr><th colspan="3">Eye and Face Protection Selection Chart</th></tr><tr><td>Hazard Source</td><td>Assessment of Hazard</td><td>Type of Eye/Face Protection</td></tr><tr><td colspan="3">IMPACT</td></tr><tr><td>Chipping, grinding, machining, drilling, chiseling, riveting, sanding, etc.</td><td>Flying fragments, objects, large chips, particles, sand, dirt, etc.</td><td>Spectacles with side protection, goggles, face shields. For severe exposure, use face shield over primary eye protection.</td></tr><tr><td>HEAT</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td rowspan="3">Furnace operations, pouring, casting, hot dipping, and welding.</td><td>Hot sparks</td><td>Face shields, goggles, spectacles with side protection. For severe exposure use face shield.</td></tr><tr><td>Splash from molten metals</td><td>Face shields, reflective face shields.</td></tr><tr><td>High temperature exposure</td><td>Screen face shields, reflective face shields.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="3">CHEMICALS</td></tr><tr><td>Acid and chemicals handling</td><td>Splash</td><td>Goggles, eyecup and cover types. For severe exposure, use face shield over primary eye protection</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Irritating mists</td><td>Special-purpose goggles</td></tr><tr><td colspan="3">DUST</td></tr><tr><td>Woodworking, buffing, general dusty conditions</td><td>Nuisance dust</td><td>Goggles, eyecup and cover types.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="3">LIGHT and/or RADIATION</td></tr><tr><td>Welding electric arc</td><td>Optical radiation</td><td>Welding helmets or welding shields. Typical shades: 10-14</td></tr><tr><td>Welding - gas</td><td>Optical radiation</td><td>Welding goggles or welding face shield. Typical shades: gas welding 4-8, cutting 3-6, brazing 3-4</td></tr><tr><td>Cutting, torch brazing, torch soldering</td><td>Optical radiation</td><td>Spectacles or welding face shield. Typical shades: 1.5-3</td></tr><tr><td>Glare</td><td>Poor vision</td><td>S…

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TOOLBOXTALK alliance An OSHA Cooperative Program INSTITUTE # EYE PROTECTION A BASIC UNDERSTANDING OF THE OSHA STANDARD There are 2.4 million eye injuries annually in America. With the use of eye protection, at least 90% of them could be prevented. Personal protective equipment (PPE) for the eyes and face is designed to prevent or lessen the severity of injuries to workers. ## Provisions for Eye Protection A CAUTION Eye protection required The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate 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 injurious light radiation. ## Common Causes of Eye Injuries - Flying objects - Tools . Particles . Chemicals • Harmful radiation • Any combination of these or other hazards - Safety Eyewear Protection Includes: - Non-prescription and prescription safety glasses - Goggles • Face shields • Full-face respirators The safety eyewear must have "Z87+” marked on the frame and in some cases the lens. ## Potential Eye Hazard Examples - Hammering, grinding, sanding, and masonry work that may produce particles • Mineral wool or fiberglass insulation installation may lead to particle contact with the eyes • Handling liquid chemicals may lead to splashes in the eye - Wet or powdered cement in the eye can cause a chemical burn • Welding leads to exposure to arcs and flashes (intense UV radiation) for welders, helpers, and bystanders - Dusty or windy conditions can lead to particles in the eye - Eye injuries can result from simply passing through an area where work is being performed Types of Eye Protection Safety Glasses This is the most common form of protective eyewear. These look like normal glasses, except they have an industrial design and are produced from stronger materials. Designed to protect eyes against impact from small objects in accordance wi…

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# Hazard Assessment For PPE (cont.) ## Instructions: (cont.) Option 1 # PPE Hazard Assessment Certification Form *Name of work place: <empty> *Work place address: <empty> *Required for certifying the hazard assessment. Work area(s): <empty> *Assessment conducted by: <empty> *Date of assessment: <empty> Job/Task(s): <empty> Use a separate sheet for each job/task or work area *Required for certifying the hazard assessment. Use a separate sheet for each job/task or work area EYES: Work activities, such as: [ ] abrasive blasting [ ] sanding [ ] chopping [ ] sawing [ ] cutting [ ] grinding [ ] drilling [ ] hammering [ ] welding [ ] punch press operations [ ] other: <empty> Work-related exposure to: [ ] airborne dust [ ] flying particles [ ] blood splashes [ ] hazardous liquid chemicals [ ] intense light [ ] other: <empty> Can hazard be eliminated without the use of PPE? Yes [ ] No [ ] If no, use: [ ] Safety glasses [ ] Side shields [ ] Safety goggles [ ] Dust-tight goggles [ ] Shading/Filter (#<empty>) [ ] Welding shield [ ] Other: <empty> FACE: Work activities, such as: [ ] cleaning [ ] foundry work [ ] welding [ ] siphoning [ ] mixing [ ] painting [ ] pouring molten metal [ ] dip tank operations [ ] other: <empty> Work-related exposure to: [ ] hazardous liquid chemicals [ ] extreme heat/cold [ ] potential irritants: <empty> [ ] other: <empty> Can hazard be eliminated without the use of PPE? Yes [ ] No [ ] If no, use: [ ] Face shield [ ] Shading/Filter (#<empty>) [ ] Welding shield [ ] Other: <empty> HEAD: Work activities, such as: [ ] building maintenance [ ] confined space operations [ ] construction [ ] electrical wiring [ ] walking/walking under catwalks [ ] walking/workng under conveyor belts [ ] walking/workng under crane loads [ ] utility work [ ] other: <empty> Work-related exposure to: [ ] beams [ ] pipes [ ] exposed electrical wiring or components [ ] falling objects [ ] machine parts [ ] other: <empty> Can hazard be eliminated without the us…

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# Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Checklist <table><tr><th>General PPE Requirements</th><th>Yes</th><th>No</th><th>Comments</th></tr><tr><td>1. Has a hazard assessment to identify and control physical and health hazards been completed? If not, perform a hazard assessment.</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>2. Have engineering and/or administrative controls been applied prior to the use of PPE? If not, apply them first if applicable and appropriate.</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>3. Has appropriate PPE that matches the hazard been identified and provided to employees for use?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>4. Has the effectiveness of the PPE program been reviewed, updated and evaluated periodically?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>5. Have employees been trained on the use and care of the PPE?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>6. Have employees been trained on the limitations of the PPE?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>7. Is the PPE training documented and kept on file?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>8. Are supervisors enforcing the use of required PPE?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>9. Is PPE inspected regularly and properly maintained?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>10. Is worn and damaged PPE removed from service and replaced?</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td>11. When the following type of PPE is necessary, is the employer providing and paying for the PPE as stated by the OSHA standard 1910.132? Metatarsal foot protection - Rubber boots with steel toes Non-specialty-toe footwear (i.e. steel toe shoes/boots) if the employer does not permit it to be worn off the job site Non-prescriptive eye protection Prescriptive eyewear inserts/lenses for full face respirators Goggles and face shields Firefighting PPE (i.e. helmet, boots, gloves, full gear, proximity suits, etc.) Hard hats Hearing protection Welding PPE</td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr></t…

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# Eye and Face Protection Provide your employees with appropriate protection if they are exposed to hazards that could injure their eyes and/or faces, such as • Flying particles • Molten metal splashes • Liquid chemicals • Acids or caustic liquids • Chemical gases or vapors • Harmful light radiation or any light that could injure the eyes such as lasers, ultraviolet, or infrared light • Blood and other potentially infectious body fluids that might splash, spray, or splatter Wear your safety glasses to keep objects - like this staple - out of your eye! Prescription safety glasses with side shields. A face shield is not sufficient protection for both the face and eyes. If eye protection is required, appropriate eye PPE must also be worn. ## Generally, • Safety glasses/goggles are the primary protection for eyes - Side shields (such as clip-on or slide- on side shields) are required for flying objects • Masks and face shields are the primary protection for the face; secondary protection for the eyes Be aware that you may need to protect against more than one hazard at the same time. E.g., welding rays and flying particles. 46 46

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OSHA Oregon OSHA PPE hazard assessment tool Department of Consumer and Business Services [redacted street address]. NE Salem, OR [redacted postal code] Phone: [redacted phone] •Toll-free: [redacted phone] • osha.oregon.gov Fill in this document to certify that you completed a hazard assessment of your workplace, and keep it on file. Oregon OSHA recommends regular hazard assessments to keep your workplace safe. Survey as often as necessary to identify changing safety and health hazards that require personal protective equipment (PPE). Workplace assessed: <empty> Name/position of the person certifying the assessment: <empty> Signature of the person certifying the assessment: <empty> Date: <empty> ## PPE required at this workplace includes (check all that apply): Fall protection: [ ] Torso protection: [ ] Eye and face protection: [ ] Head protection: [ ] Foot protection: [ ] Leg protection: [ ] Hand protection: [ ] Hearing protection: [ ] Respiratory protection: [ ] 440-5871 (07/23/COM)

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# Option 2 SAMPLE 2 Job Hazard Analysis for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessment Job/task: Lathe operator Location: Lathe room <table><tr><th>Job/Task Step</th><th>Hazard Type</th><th>Hazard Source</th><th>Body Parts At Risk</th><th>Severity</th><th>Probability</th><th>Risk Code</th><th>Control Method*</th></tr><tr><td>Pick up stock</td><td>Cuts</td><td>Sharp metal</td><td>hands</td><td>III</td><td>C</td><td>2</td><td>Leather gloves while handling</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Sprain</td><td>Heavy metal</td><td>back</td><td>II</td><td>C</td><td>2</td><td>Hoist for heavy items</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Crush</td><td>Heavy metal</td><td>feet</td><td>II</td><td>C</td><td>N</td><td>Steel Toed Shoes</td></tr><tr><td>Run Lathe</td><td>Impact</td><td>Revolving chuck</td><td>hands</td><td>II</td><td>C</td><td>N</td><td>Chuck guard</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Impact</td><td>Metal Chips</td><td>face, eyes, hands</td><td>II</td><td>B</td><td>1</td><td>Safety Glasses, face shield, coveralls</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Chemical</td><td>Coolant/Lube</td><td>hands</td><td>III</td><td>C</td><td>z N</td><td>Switch to non-irritating mixture</td></tr><tr><td></td><td>Repetitive Motion</td><td>Frequent control adjust</td><td>hands</td><td>II</td><td>D</td><td>3</td><td>Periodic rest breaks, vary task duties</td></tr><tr><td>Remove stock</td><td>(Same as</td><td>Pick up</td><td>stock)</td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><td></td><…

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# Eye and Face Protection (cont.) ## Types of Eye/Face Protectors (cont.) 5. Wearers of contact lenses must also wear appropriate eye and face protection devices in a hazardous environment. It should be recognized that dusty and/or chemical environments may represent an additional hazard to contact lens wearers. 6. Caution should be exercised in the use of metal frame protective devices in electrical hazard areas. 7. Atmospheric conditions and the restricted ventilation of the protector can cause lenses to fog. Frequent cleansing may be necessary. 8. Welding helmets or face shields should be used only over primary eye protection (spectacles or goggles). 9. Non-side shield spectacles are available for frontal protection only, but are not acceptable eye protection for the sources and operations listed for "impact." 10. Ventilation should be adequate, but well protected from splash entry. Eye and face protection should be designed and used so that it provides both adequate ventilation and protects the wearer from splash entry. 11. Protection from light radiation is directly related to filter lens density. See note (3). Select the darkest shade that allows task performance. 12. A nail gun operator and anyone in close proximity must wear eye protection. For others, a Suggested rule of thumb: anyone within 12' of a nail gun in operation should be wearing eye protection.WAC [redacted identifier](2)(c) exception to requirement for muzzle safety device for certain fine wire nailers ## Additional information: • Welding operations emit ultra-violet light, and bright light flashes that can damage the eyes. The operator needs to wear a protective hood or goggles for oxy-acetylene welding or cutting with the proper filter installed. - (see Table "Filter Lenses for Protection Against Radiant Energy" table below for assistance in choosing the appropriate filter for your employees' tasks. - Employee still needs to wear safety glasses because when the hood is up, the…

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# Eye and Face Protection (cont.) ## Whenever possible, consider using engineering controls before resorting to PPE. For example, • The barrier is an engineering control that will prevent splashes back toward the worker. - A face shield may be needed if there is a potential for material to still strike the worker despite the barrier. - In a machine shop, the clear barrier over the wheel of a grinder would be the engineering control designed to control small metal particles. - However, since its effectiveness is dependent upon how well it is adjusted, safety glasses would still be needed. - Sometimes face shields would also need to be worn. ## Types of Eye/Face Protectors <table><tr><th>Туре</th><th>Hazard Protection</th><th>Description</th><th></th></tr><tr><td>Safety Glasses ✰ side shields</td><td>protect eyes from moderate impact from particles - e.g. • Carpentry • Woodworking • Grinding Scaling • protect against particles that might enter the eyes from the side</td><td> safety frames tempered glass or plastic impact-resistant lenses temples and side shields • corrective (prescription) lenses available made of wire mesh or plastic eye-cup type side shields provide the best protection</td><td>Safety glasses with side shields</td></tr><tr><td>Safety Goggles Chemical goggles</td><td>protect eye, eye sockets and surrounding facial area from impact, dust, splashes, and other hazards protect eyes from liquid chemicals</td><td>• vinyl framed goggles of soft pliable body design clear or tinted lenses perforated, port vented, or non-vented frames single lens goggles similar protection to spectacles, may be worn in combination with spectacles or corrective lenses to ensure protection along with proper vision have ventilation covers to allow air circulation but prevent easy entry of liquids through the vents. if the atmosphere is gaseous, will not protect the person's eyes since gas will travel through the vents. If eye hazard from the gas is an issue, …

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# OSHA QUICK CARD™ ## Protect Yourself Construction Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) ## Eye and Face Protection - Safety glasses or face shields are worn any time work operations can cause foreign objects to get in the eye. For example, during welding, cutting, grinding, nailing (or when working with concrete and/or harmful chemi- cals or when exposed to flying particles). Wear when exposed to any electrical hazards, including working on energized electrical systems. - Eye and face protectors - select based on anticipated hazards. ## Foot Protection - Construction workers should wear work shoes or boots with slip-resistant and puncture-resistant soles. • Safety-toed footwear is worn to prevent crushed toes when working around heavy equipment or falling objects. - Hand Protection - Gloves should fit snugly. - Workers should wear the right gloves for the job (examples: heavy-duty rubber gloves for concrete work; welding gloves for welding; insulated gloves and sleeves when exposed to electrical hazards). - Head Protection • Wear hard hats where there is a potential for objects falling from above, bumps to the head from fixed objects, or of accidental head contact with electrical hazards. - Hard hats - routinely inspect them for dents, cracks or deterioration; replace after a heavy blow or electrical shock; maintain in good condition. - Hearing Protection - Use earplugs/earmuffs in high noise work areas where chainsaws or heavy equipment are used; clean or replace earplugs regularly. For more complete information: Occupational OSHA Safety and Health Administration U.S. Department of Labor www.osha.gov (800) 321-OSHA OSHA 3260-09N-05

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# EYE PROTECTION A BASIC UNDERSTANDING OF THE OSHA STANDARD (cont.) ## EYE AND FACE PROTECTION SELECTION CHART (cont.) Never work around work activities such as welding (UV radiation) or other hazardous work without the proper eyewear. Do Not rely solely on a face shield as adequate protection. A face shield provides adequate protection only when used in combination with the right protective safety glasses or goggles. ## REVIEW QUESTIONS 1) The use of eye protection is at the discretion of the employer/employee a) True b) False - The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses eye or face protection. 2) Goggles or safety glasses need to be worn over contact lenses of any kind. a) True Contact lenses can be used in the workplace but ONLY when work with other appropriate eye protection. b) False 3) What are the different types of eye protection? a) Safety glasses or Goggles b) Face shields c) All of the above Talk Given By: Company: Date: Location: <table><tr><th>Printed Name</th><th>Signature</th></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td></td><td></td></tr></table> Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthy workplace and workers have rights. OSHA can help answer questions or concerns from employers and workers Contact your regional or area OSHA office or call 1-800-321-OSHA (6742). OSHA also provides help to employers. [Add link on "help to employers" to new Employer Portal page.] OSHA's On-site Consultation Program offers free and confidential advice to small and medium-sized businesses, with priority given to high-hazard worksites. Through the OSHA and SWR Institute Alliance, the SWR Institute developed this toolbox talk for informational purposes only. It does not necessarily re…

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WORK SAFE KENTUCKY Free safety resources provided by KEMI HOME SAFETY RESOURCES SAFETY TRAINING SAFETY BLOG ABOUT KEMI CONTACT US O # Eye Protection ## Print a Sign-In Sheet | Spanish Version Eye injuries typically result from small particles or objects striking or abrading the eye. Examples include metal slivers, wood chips, dust, and cement chips that may be blown by the wind, may fall from above, or are ejected by tools. Some objects, such as nails, staples, or wood slivers, can result in permanent loss of vision if they penetrate the eyeball. Potential eye hazards may occur from: • Hammering, grinding, sanding, and masonry work that produces particles. • Handling chemicals or cleaning products. • Wet or powdered cement. • Welding/thermal burns/UV burns. • Dusty or windy conditions. • Contact with contaminated fingers or objects. ## What type of eye protection should you use? The eye protection that best fits you will depend on your industry and risk assessment. Take into consideration the following elements to help determine what eye protection suitable: • Ability of the protection to protect against specific hazards. • Proper fit and comfort. - Unrestricted vision and movement. • Durability. • Unrestricted functioning of any other required personal protective equipment (PPE). Some of the most common types of eye and face protection are: • Understanding the limitations of PPE in protecting employees from injury. ## Safety Glasses Glasses should have frames constructed of plastic or metal with impact-resistant lenses. Most glasses have side shields available or are built into the design of the glasses. ## Goggles Goggles completely cover the eyes, eye socket, and area surrounding the eyes. These are tight-fitting and provide protection from impact, dust, and splashes. Welding Shields Constructed of vulcanized fiber or fiberglass and fitted with a filtered lens, welding shields protect eyes from burns caused by infrared or intense radia…