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Eye Safety

Jul. 21 2022 Safety By Pattison Agriculture

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Our eyes give us the ability to see the world around us. There are many hazards around the workplace that if we do not protect ourselves from them, may cause severe eye damage. Not all these hazards can be eliminated, so it is important to protect your eyes.


Potential Eye Hazards

  • Flying dust
  • Flying debris
  • Chemicals
  • Blunt trauma to the eye
  • Burns due to UV exposure
  • How to Avoid Eye Hazards
  • Identify all the potential eye hazards in your workplace.
  • Eliminate the chance of getting something in your eye by avoiding being in the line of fire.
  • Always wear eye protection when needed.
  • Wear the appropriate eye protection for the job at hand.
  • Contact lenses are NOT allowed
  • What to do if an Eye Hazard Occurs
  • Do not rub or scratch the eye.
  • Find a wash station or saline bottle to rinse the object out.
  • If chemicals come into contact with your eye, rinse with water (Follow the Safety Data sheets for first aid info.)

Safety Glasses:

  • Minimum eye protection.
  • Good for general working conditions.
  • For jobs where dust, chips, or flying particles may be a hazard.
  • The Right Eye Protection for the Job

Goggles:

  • Higher impact protection.
  • Suitable for work where the worker is exposed to continuous splashing or fine dust.

Face Shield:

  • Highest impact protection.
  • Considered a secondary safety guard, it should never be worn without goggles or safety glasses.
  • Suitable for harsh chemicals, spraying, and grinding.

The Right FIT

Ensure your safety eyewear fits properly. Eyewear should cover from the eyebrow to the cheekbone, and across from the nose to the boney area on the outside of the face and eyes. Eye size, bridge size, and temple length all vary. Eyewear should be individually assigned and fitted so that gaps between the edges of the device and the face are kept to a minimum.


Eyewear should fit over the temples comfortably and over the ears. The frame should be as close to the face as possible and adequately supported by the bridge of the nose. Users should be able to see in all directions without any major obstructions in their field of view. Please refer to the PPE Policy for details.