Hazards to the eyes exist in nearly every industrial workplace. From flying fragments and splashing chemicals to harmful light and vapors, workers require safety eyewear to protect from a multitude of potential dangers. Yet in the summer, when the amount of work conducted outdoors surges, even more factors must be considered to ensure that eyewear stands up to harsh environmental demands.
Finding safety eyewear whose lenses protect from the sun’s harmful rays, minimize fogging and resist scratching is a tall order. Yet these benefits are proven to help support compliance, protect the workforce, increase productivity and promote visual longevity. By outfitting workers with high-performing lenses, employers stand to reduce the more than $467 million in direct occupational eye injury costs each year. This article offers tips for navigating safety lens options so the eyewear you select delivers optimum summer performance.