- 70% of accidents resulted from flying or falling objects or sparks
- Contact with chemicals caused 20% of injuries
- Nearly 60% of workers injured were not wearing eye protection
OSHA estimates that 90% of eye injuries could be prevented
by proper protective eyewear.
by proper protective eyewear.
To reduce eye injuries in your workplace:
- Use the right protection - Eyewear must be appropriate for hazards encountered and properly fitted
- Nearly 20% of injuries with eye protection occurred to workers wearing face shields or welding helmets
- Only 6% occurred to workers wearing goggles - Maintain eyewear - Scratched and dirty devices reduce vision, cause glare and may contribute to accidents
- Train employees - About 40% of workers surveyed received no information on what kind of eyewear to use and where to use it
94% of injuries to workers wearing eye protection resulted from
objects or chemicals going around or under the protector.
objects or chemicals going around or under the protector.
- Use our PPE - Eye signs to notify employees where eye protection is required.
- View eye safety information at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.
- Learn more about workplace eye safety at Prevent Blindness America.