Safety Glasses

Safety are used to prevent fluids, gases, small particles and harmful light from coming in contact with the sensitive structures of the eye.

Fast Facts

1. Protect eyes from elements, irritants, particles and projectiles
2. Include UV-blocking sunglasses and swimming goggles
3. Used most often in industrial settings

Uses

• Snow—Inuit natives (Eskimo) developed whale-bone glasses to block harmful reflection of sun-rays; glasses are used by winter-sports athletes for same purpose.

• Wind—Motorcyclists and aviators have used protective goggles against wind and wind-borne insects and particles.

• Particles—woodworkers and metalworkers use glasses to avert tiny airborne projectiles.

• Medicine—protective glasses are used by patients who undergo light therapy.

• Category:Chemicals:Chemicals—glasses are used by scientific researchers and plumbers to block corrosive vapors and fluids.

• Sports—Basketball and Racquetball players frequently wear eye protection.

• Animals—protective glasses are used for racehorses and dogs to block wind, particles and UV light.

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