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Home » Keywords: » Eye Injury

Items Tagged with 'Eye Injury'

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All about welder’s flash or arc eye

April 19, 2019
A flash burn is a painful inflammation of the cornea, which is the clear tissue that covers the front of the eye. A flash burn occurs when you are exposed to bright ultraviolet (UV) light. It can be caused by all types of UV light, but welding torches are the most common source. That’s why it is sometimes called ‘welder’s flash’ or ‘arc eye.’
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NYC construction worker gets $1.5 million for eye injury

February 13, 2018
A New York City construction worker who was permanently disabled on the job has settled a lawsuit for $1.5 million against a construction company and three real estate companies that owned the site. News sources report that 44-year-old James Morrow was partially blinded in one eye at a Manhattan construction site on Aug. 29, 2014.
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Preserve your sight: 18 first aid tips to treat injuries

Katrina McKinnon
June 1, 2017

Eighteen tips to treating eye injuries in the workplace.


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What is an “arc eye”?

December 6, 2016
A flash burn is a painful inflammation of the cornea, which is the clear tissue that covers the front of the eye. A flash burn occurs when you are exposed to bright ultraviolet (UV) light. It can be caused by all types of UV light, but welding torches are the most common source.
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What should I do in an eye emergency?

October 9, 2015

Seek medical attention as soon as possible following an injury, particularly if you have pain in the eye, blurred vision, loss of vision or loss of field of vision. There are several simple first aid steps that can and should be taken until medical assistance is obtained.


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What are the symptoms of "Arc Eye"?

October 6, 2015

Certain types of UV radiation can produce an injury to the surface and mucous membrane (conjunctiva) of the eye called "arc eye," "welders' eye" or "arc flash." These names are common names for "conjunctivitis" - an inflammation of the mucous membrane of the front of the eye. The symptoms include:


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Introduction to the AXION® MSR technology

Haws Corporation
January 28, 2015

In this video, learn more about the AXION® MSR safety shower and eyewash station. The AXION product line is designed to meet ANSI Z358.1 compliance, reduce injury, enhance victim comfort, and increase the effectiveness of clearing an eye after an accident.


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