Eye Protection

You will want to choose your eye protection products based on the kind of work you will be carrying out. If you will be working with radiation or chemical hazards, you will want to look for lenses with UV protection (EN 170), IR (heat) protection (EN 171) or chemical splash protection (EN 166). You will also want to consider whether you need impact protection or eye protection that fits over prescription glasses. 

Safety visors should be replaced if they are showing signs of damage, like cracks or deep scratches. They should also be replaced if they no longer provide clear, unobstructed visibility. 

Yes, you can and should wear safety goggles under a safety visor if you want comprehensive face and eye protection. Visors are designed to protect the whole face from larger hazards, whereas safety goggles provide primary close-fitting protection against smaller particles and chemicals that may get around the sides of a visor. 

Combining goggles and a face shield is crucial for jobs involving:

• Impact hazards e.g. grinding, drilling, cutting or demolition.
• Chemical exposure e.g. handling liquids, powders and sprays of corrosive or infectious substances.
• High-heat environments 
• Medical or Biohazard settings