Eye protectors

Eye protectors and/or fixed shields provided according to the nature of the process. 

Eye protectors and shields that conform to an appropriate, approved specification and are marked to indicate intended use. 

Withdrawn) 1969 AMD 2 Respirators for protection against harmful dust, gases and schedule agncultural chemicals. Withdrawn, superseded by BS EN 136,140,141,143,371, and 372 (Withdrawn) 1987 AMD 1 Eye-protectors for mdustnal and non-mdustrial uses (AMD 7061) dated 15 October 1993. Withdrawn, partially superseded by BS EN 167 and 168 1995 (Withdrawn) 1955 AMD 3 Protective clothing for welders. Withdrawn, superseded by BS EN 470-1 1995... 

Persons employed to use compressed air in carrying out a specific work task must be correctly equipped to prevent injury. The minimum requirement is to wear eye protectors, which conform to BS 2092. 

There are also requirements relating to the proper use and care of eye protectors/shields. 

Laserschutzfilter und Laserschutzbrillen, DIN 58215, Sept. 1974, Filters and Eye Protectors against Laser Radiation ISO, Draft International Standard ISO/DIS 6161, submitted 1978. 

Serves as a guard against the hazards of impact, splashes from chemicals or molten metal, liquid droplets (chemical mists and sprays), dust, gases and welding arcs. Eye protectors include safety spectacles, eye-shields, goggles, welding filters, face shields and hoods (Fig. 1.7). 

As apphed to eye protection, the ability of a protector to resist the force of an object that comes into contact with the lens or eye protector at the velocity specified in this standard. Impact (Shock) Loading... 

Section 1926.28 requires the wearing of appropriate PPE in all operations where there is an exposure to hazardous conditions or where there is a need to use such equipment to reduce the hazards. This includes using gloves, gowns, masks, eye protectors, and/or resuscitation equipment when appropriate for rendering first aid. 

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