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Drivewear Transition lenses

  • Amanda Arruda
  • March 31, 2023

Transition lenses are an excellent option when you’re facing shifting lighting conditions. They are specialized lenses that will change in color so that you’re able to see as clearly as possible. When it comes to transitional lenses known as Transitions Drivewear, they are a perfect option for having the optimal shade before, during, and after […]

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The best safety glasses with LED

  • Amanda Arruda
  • March 27, 2023

Getting a pair of LED safety glasses can be one of the best moves for safety glasses. These provide you with direct light when you need it most. Whether you work in nighttime conditions, simply being in the great outdoors, hiking through trails, fishing, or even doing some night hunting. It helps to let you […]

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What does the -2 mean in Z87 Safety Glasses?

  • Amanda Arruda
  • March 23, 2023

As you browse our Z87 Safety glasses collection and feel safe and comfortable wearing them, your mind may start to ponder when you notice that we have Z87 and Z87-2 Safety glasses ratings. What is that little difference with the -2 mean? Is there a significant difference between ANSI Z87 Safety glasses and ANSI Z87-2 […]

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How are safety glasses rated?

  • Amanda Arruda
  • March 20, 2023

You may already own a pair of safety glasses, or you’re looking to get your first pair, but are you wondering what the various safety standards mean? Do they provide enough protection for your occupation? Or are you getting too much protection? Let’s go through the major ones, so you’re well-informed about standards and how they […]

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The best type of over glasses safety glasses

  • Amanda Arruda
  • March 16, 2023

For those that are in an industry that requires the use of safety glasses, we end up questioning what happens when we already wear regular prescription safety glasses. Does that mean people in that category need a separate pair of prescription safety glasses? It’s possible if that’s what they want as an option to go […]

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What do the categories in sunglasses lenses mean?

  • Amanda Arruda
  • March 13, 2023

Sometimes we hear about different types of categories when it comes to sunglasses. What does it mean exactly? What are the differences between each category of sunglasses? It’s not related to anything but the lenses themselves. It doesn’t mean anything about the quality of the product or whether one type of category is better than […]

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How Should Work Gloves Fit

  • Amanda Arruda
  • March 9, 2023

As RX-Safety continues to work hard to provide you with protective safety equipment, especially for your eyes, we’ve recently expanded our offering to include work gloves. These are some of the best work gloves that are perfect as winter work gloves and are typically waterproof. Yet how should work gloves fit? Are they supposed to […]

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What are OSHA approved safety glasses?

  • Amanda Arruda
  • March 6, 2023

OSHA helps provide the necessary guidelines for safety in the workplace. This can range from putting up signs in hazardous working environments to having a proper plan in place that everyone needs to wear safety equipment, such as OSHA-approved safety glasses or OSHA-approved prescription safety glasses.  Yet what is important to note is that OSHA […]

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Why use Hi-vis Apparel?

  • Amanda Arruda
  • March 2, 2023

High visibility safety apparel (HVSA) is critical for any construction site. A lot is going on in an especially hazardous environment, and anyone who comes to that job site needs to have high-visibility clothing to ensure proper safety and visibility. There are a lot of rules related to getting the right safety approvals and ratings […]

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The best prescription glasses for hunting

  • Amanda Arruda
  • February 27, 2023

Hunting can be a fun activity for many. Yet as with many outdoor activities, you want to ensure you’re taking the right precautions to protect yourself from unnecessary injuries. This means if you’re going to go on the hunt, you have the right type of shooting glasses as well, so you’re set and protected for […]

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What type of gloves should construction workers use?

  • Amanda Arruda
  • February 24, 2023

When using personal protective equipment or PPE at a workplace, it’s really about protecting workers from the potential hazards of the job site. Whether it’s radiological, chemical, or physical, having the PPE program to specifically protect against the combination of hazards is crucial. A PPE program should include what’s necessary on the worksite and when […]

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What to look for in Cycling Sunglasses?

  • Amanda Arruda
  • February 21, 2023

You might think that any pair of sunglasses can be used as cycling glasses. Well, that could be possible in certain environments, but when you’re looking for the best cycling glasses, there are a few factors that you want to consider.  First, you want to consider how the weather can affect your vision. Whether it’s […]

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What are the best safety glasses to wear

  • Amanda Arruda
  • November 9, 2022

Safety glasses are a necessity for people who work in environments where foreign objects or debris are a hazard. Not only do safety glasses protect such an important part of your body – your eyes -, they also help you do more with a better view. Even if you don’t wear prescription glasses, ANSI Z87 […]

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How to buy safety glasses for electrical work: the ultimate guide

  • Amanda Arruda
  • November 3, 2022

Yes, there are specialized frames when it comes to electrical work, but not all electrical work will probably need these types of frames, and standard safety glasses or prescription safety glasses can be enough for some cases. Yet, for those who know they’re going to be working with potentially live electricity, these types of frames […]

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What are the best prescription diving and swimming goggles?

  • Amanda Arruda
  • October 31, 2022

Sometimes we feel that those that wear prescription glasses don’t realize just how many options there are for prescriptions outside of standard glasses. Whether it’s a high-quality pair of sunglasses, the need to have safety glasses in sports, or even when jumping into the pool, those that need a prescription can easily get them, with […]

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Two Safety Glasses in One: Meet ESS Frames with Replacement Lenses

  • Amanda Arruda
  • October 27, 2022

ESS is a company that was born out of necessity. It took the pain points of our heroes, from first responders to battle-hardened military soldiers, and worked to craft the most versatile set of protective eyewear possible. With that said, their entire line, at the bare minimum, meet some type of military standard while at […]

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Review of the best prescription safety glasses for medical 2022

  • Amanda Arruda
  • October 24, 2022

Sometimes people believe that safety or prescription safety glasses are built just for extremely hazardous positions, such as emergency services, construction workers, oil rig workers, etc. In reality, they are useful for anyone who may have any chance of injury on the job site, especially those that are in the medical profession. It’s important for […]

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Fall Season Safety Glasses: a guideline for outdoor workers

  • Amanda Arruda
  • October 20, 2022

Time to get ready for that outdoor work in the Fall Season. While it may not be as pollen intensive as it is in the Springtime, the Fall is also known to be quite dusty. Regardless, you’ll want the right type of safety glasses ready to protect your eyes from high-impact projectiles and different levels […]

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Product review: Wiley X Romer 3

  • Amanda Arruda
  • October 17, 2022

Wiley just has a way of making some of the coolest products out there. But, of course, they’re already known for being a premium brand that is one of the highest quality options out there. This is easily seen in the Wiley X Romer 3 series, an excellent option as Wiley X prescription sunglasses. These […]

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New Bobster Cycling Collection

  • Amanda Arruda
  • October 13, 2022

RX Safety is announcing a complete collection of cycling glasses from Bobster. This collection features seven different products that will cover anyone’s cycling needs. Bobster themselves have been around since 1994, founded on the belief that those who have an active lifestyle need better glasses. All of their manufacturing is also done in San Diego. […]

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