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Studies have shown that 90% of eye injuries could have been avoided if appropriate protective measures had been taken. [1] Usually, a combination of carefully selected control measures is needed to protect employees from hazards such as light radiation, impacts, and chemical handling in the workplace.
According to the hierarchical order of control measures, if possible, the hazard sources should be eliminated first. In some cases, hazardous materials can be replaced with less risky alternatives.
Next come the engineering and management control measures - by changing the working environment or processes to reduce potential risks to employees. After taking other measures, personal protective equipment becomes the final line of defense.
Eliminate; Exclude
To eliminate the danger, it is necessary to consider whether this task is necessary. The best way to prevent injuries is to avoid undertaking this task.
For example, to eliminate the safety hazard caused by cutting operations, can we purchase materials that have already been pre-cut?
Personal eye protection equipment
If other measures cannot control the risk, then personal protective equipment should be provided to protect the employees.
While taking other protective measures, it is usually necessary to wear personal protective glasses as a backup measure to deal with potential risks. For chemical protective masks, wearing protective glasses is used as a backup measure, so that even if the protective mask fails, it can provide additional protection.
It is very important to take the following eye protection measures:
Wearing goggles when they are not supposed to be worn - Surveys show that 60% of injured workers did not wear goggles during the accident.
Correct wearing - Goggles must be worn correctly to ensure sufficient protection range and optical performance.
If intact - If there are scratches or damages to the eye protection equipment, it should be replaced to ensure the protective effect.
When choosing products, assess their potential hazards and necessary performance characteristics. Personal eye protection equipment must be suitable for the work being done and the wearer to prevent injuries and not bring additional risks. Learn more about choosing personal eye protection equipment.
Consider adding control measures and personal protective equipment
In addition to eye protection measures, other types of control measures may also need to be taken to deal with other potential hazards.
Dust, smoke and gases may cause harm to the respiratory system - It is necessary to assess the exposure situation and determine what measures to take to protect the employees.
Consider whether a helmet is needed to prevent injuries caused by impact.
If the noise level in the workplace exceeds the legal limit, measures must be taken to reduce the noise level to prevent hearing damage.
