Take a moment to remember science class. Every day opens with a new lesson and ends with a new experiment to try out. Very young children are introduced to science through observation and safe experiments like growing a bean sprout, watching a butterfly transformation, and playing with the light refractions in a prism. As we […]
Glasses are depicted in media as being somewhat controversial to those who wear them. Children in television notoriously refuse to put them on or lose them or even break them on purpose and vain adults are depicted constantly removing their glasses in order to seem more attractive. You know these presentations of glasses wearing are […]
Whether you work in manufacturing, construction or a lab environment, safety glasses are an unavoidable part of life while on the job. Most people can simply throw on a standard pair of plastic eye shields and continue with their day but for people who wear glasses, this isn’t really an option. While you can sometimes […]
Children who need glasses are always a special concern for their parents who worry both about the child’s willingness to wear the important corrective lenses and the safety of the frames during the rigors of school life. It’s natural to be torn between wishing they’d take off the glasses for sports and worrying about their […]
Prescription safety glasses make many industries much safer to work in. Many jobs expose the worker to potential harm and permanent damage without the protection of safety glasses. Some of these jobs or industries include: Risks associated with these jobs are: Protecting the eyes from unsafe environments and jobs such as the ones named above […]
Although the majority of people purchasing prescription safety glasses are adults who need them for adult purposes such as welding, performing glass work, riding a motorcycle, or practicing at the shooting range, kids also need a high quality pair of eye wear for some of their activities, especially if those kids are athletic. If your […]
If you’re considering getting some prescription safety glasses in order to make sure that you stay safe at work and at home while still being able to actually see, there are some things you should consider in terms of new technology. The reason for this is that there are a number of emerging technologies and […]
People have a lot of misconceptions about safety glasses in general and prescription safety glasses in particular. The problem is that these myths could give you the wrong idea about how to make sure you’re operating at your best while participating in whatever activity you need the safety for in the first place. Safety Glasses […]
If you suffer from impaired vision, you are with the majority of Americans. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 285 million people are visually impaired. Common causes of impaired vision include: uncorrected refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia or astigmatism), 43 % unoperated cataract, 33% glaucoma, 2%. If you are like the majority of Americans […]
When the word “safety glasses” is mentioned, images of clunky glasses with gigantic side guards often come to mind. This happens for a good reason. Over a decade ago, all safety glasses looked like this. This no-nonsense eyewear works well and is still used today, often by no-nonsense professionals interested in keeping their eyes safe […]
You may not realize it, but safety glasses can be very useful in the home. On a regular basis, you do things around the house that can actually put your eyes at risk for injury. If you wear glasses, you may not think that you need safety glasses. But in most cases, you are wrong. […]
Most people understand the importance of eye protection when operating machinery and using power tools. Their power and the noise they make convey a sense of danger about them. Who wouldn’t feel inclined to put on safety glasses when using a chainsaw? On the other hand, the dangers of the kitchen environment to the eyes […]
Spring is around the corner and it’s time to get your house and yard ready for the warmer months ahead with some spring cleaning. Before getting busy with the projects on your to-do list, make sure you wear eye protection such as safety glasses, safety goggles, or prescription safety glasses. Cuts, nicks, and punctures to […]
Nothing lasts forever and that includes your safety glasses. Although they’re a low maintenance item, wear and tear, damage, and degradation will render them less effective at protecting your eyes. In fact, if they’re sufficiently damaged, they aren’t protecting your eyes at all. At least with no glasses, you would keep your eyes out of […]
The word “radiation” often brings to mind radioactivity and nuclear power. However, this is just one type of radiation. Another type is electromagnetic radiation. Everyone encounters electromagnetic radiation when they turn on a light or step outdoors on a sunny day. Visible light is but one portion of the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Light just beyond […]
Accidents that cause blindness have a profound impact on one’s life. Ironically, these devastating accidents are the most preventable. They don’t happen for want of adequate protection, because safety glasses are often provided by employers, and are readily purchased online. Instead, the victims of these accidents chose not to wear eye protection. Their reasons for this […]
Too many people take their vision for granted. Because they’ve had it their entire life, it’s difficult to imagine losing it. This attitude is universal to the point where even demolition workers sometimes fail to protect their eyes. However, it takes very little to put your eyes out of action. A piece of flying metal from […]
Safety glasses are an important part of the dress code for a great number of jobs and hobbies. From metalworking to motorcycle riding, protecting your eyes while you carry out potentially harmful tasks should always be at the top of your list. After all, without your vision, those very tasks would not be possible. For […]
One of the most frustrating things to people who wear glasses is wondering if they have been given the wrong prescription. If you are constantly worrying about your prescription, you will not be able to focus on your work because everything will be blurry or fuzzy. You do not have to go through your day […]
Prescription Safety glasses are often associated with protecting the eyes from fast-moving particles, debris, and other projectiles. However, safety glasses also protect the eyes from another hazard: dust. Dust doesn’t have to be driven into your eyes at high velocity to cause harm. It can be allergenic, toxic, an irritant, or contain biohazards such as […]
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