Eye protection against radiant energy during welding and cutting in shipyard employment
Electromagnetic energy given off by an arc or flame can injure workers’ eyes and is commonly referred to as radiant energy or light radiation. For protection from radiant energy, workers must use personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, goggles, welding helmets, or welding face shields.
This equipment must have filter lenses with a shade number that provides the appropriate level of protection.