Global Anti Corrosion Techniques Co.

H.S.E-DO-No: TBT-07
Revision No: 09
Revision Date: 04 - Fab - 2023

Topic: - Eye Protection

❖ General Information
The human eye is the organ which gives us the sense of sight, allowing us to
observe and learn more about the surrounding world than we do with any of the
other four senses. We use our eyes in almost every activity we perform- whether
reading, working, watching television, writing a letter, driving a car and in countless
other ways. The eye is the key to seeing the world around us.

Protecting the eyes and face from hazards is extremely important considering all of
the organs and soft tissue in the area. For example, a projectile to the eye not only
damages the eye, but potentially the ligaments and muscles that move it, and in
some cases the brain. Furthermore, lacerations to the face can damage muscle
tissue and leave life-long scars.
❖ Potential Eye Hazards - Impact, Heat, Chemical, Dust and Optical Radiation &
Foreign objects
⮚ Impact injuries from tools: Industrial and construction
❖ worksites are one of the most common sites of eye injuries in the
workplace. Eye injuries can also occur when using certain tools at
work, such as welding equipment, power tools, and lawn equipment.

● Heat injuries may occur to the eye and face when

workers are exposed to high temperatures, splashes of
molten metal, or hot sparks. Protect your eyes from heat
when workplace operations involve pouring, heating, hot
furnace operations, and other similar activities
● Chemical splashes: If you work with or around
chemicals, you know they can splash, including on the face
and into the eyes, causing burns. Chemical burns can be
serious and even lead to blindness in severe cases.

● Dust can cause eye irritation, redness, and abrasion. While

irritation, and redness can be uncomfortable, abrasion to the cornea of
the eye are most more serious and may require medical follow-up. Such
injuriescan even put a workeron the sick list for days

● Radiation exposure: Certain jobs may involve working

around radiation. Radiation exposure to the eye can lead to burns
and permanent damage if proper precautions are not taken.
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● Foreign objects in the eye:Flying wood, metal chips, and other
debris in the air or on the hands can make its way into the eye. Injuries
from foreign objects can lead to scratches and corneal abrasions.
Common types of work activities that lead to foreign objects in the eyes
include sawing, masonry work, and chipping. Drilling, sanding, and
woodworking can also lead to injuries from flying debris.

❖ Potential Eye Hazards Activities in GLOBTECH

● Impact injuries – Hammering, pipe coupling removing,
● Heat – Grinding, pipe cutting, gas cutting Welding sparks, pipe grinding
● Chemical splashes – Casing pipe cleaning, liquid coating paint mixing, custom shop
primer refiling, chemical powder handling at plant powder room, pipe greasing.
● Dust – During coating activities, powder refilling, blasting activity
● Radiation exposure – Fabrication workshop welding activity- welding smock
● Foreign objects in the eye – External, internal Blasting station, pre blasting station &
manual blasting area.
❖ Causes of Eye and Face Injuries:
● Splashes from harmful liquid chemicals such as acids or cleaning solutions
● Flying debris, chips, and dust from grinding and windy conditions
● Flying projectiles from objects colliding, falling, or being dumped
● Loose straps, cords or banding that breaks or snaps under extreme tension
● Extreme heat and light radiation from exposure to flames, welding, or torches

❖ Types of Personal Protective Equipment

Safety Glasses with Side Shields: Provide protection against
airborne particles and flying projectiles. Safety glasses are
made of impact resistant material and many are available
with UV protection &/or tinted lenses.

Safety Goggles: Enclose the area around the eyes to provide the highest
protection against airborne particles, flying projectiles and splash hazards.

Prescription Safety Glasses: Standard prescription glasses are not made to

protect you from eye hazards. To be protected, wear safety glasses that fit over
top of your prescription (below left) or have Prescription Safety Glasses made
for you (below right).

Weld Masks, Dark Shields, and Torch Glasses: protect the eyes and face
from flying sparks, flash burns, and the intense light that occur during
welding, torching and brazing operations. It is important to match the type
and tint of the shade to the welding performed.
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Face Shields: protect the face from grinding debris, flying projectiles, radiant
heat and chemical splashes. Face shields should be used in conjunction with eye
protection to be fully protected.

✔TIPS FOR PREVENTING EYE INJURIES

● Always wear protective eyewear that was specifically designed for the task at hand.
● Keep your safety glasses on even when you wear other protection like a welding
helmet or face shield.
● Flying chips or dust can get under the shield if you lift the visor.
● Match your eye protection to the hazard: goggles that protect you from dust may not
protect you from splashes or radiation.
● Clean lenses with water or a lens-cleaning solution to float dirt away, rather than
scratching it into the lens.
● Make sure the equipment fits properly. It should be snug but not uncomfortable.
● Never tamper with your equipment.
● Inspect plastic visors or protectors for scratches that may limit vision or cracks that
can weaken the structural strength.
● Choose eye protection with polycarbonate lenses. Polycarbonate is impact and scratch
resistant. Polycarbonate lenses are better at transmitting light and providing clear
vision, and they are the thinnest and lightest lenses available.
● Always keep a spare pair of protective eyewear handy, just in case.
● Identify all of the potential eye hazards in your work area and for your specific work
tasks. Ensure there are proper safeguards in place to prevent an eye injury. If there is a
safeguard missing, stop the work task and correct the problem.
● Eliminate or lessen the chance of getting something into your eye by avoiding being in
the line of fire. One quick example is standing upwind of debris or dust blowing around
the work area.
● Always wear approved safety glasses, face shield, or goggles when needed. The type of
PPE needed will depend on the work task. Three out of every five victims of eye
injuries on the job were not wearing any eye protection.
● If there is welding activities going on, wear proper eye protection and ensure there is a
protective barrier in place to protect other employees in the area from UV exposure.
● If you get something in your eye do not rub or scratch it. Rubbing the eye can cause
scratching of the cornea resulting in injury. Find an eye wash station or saline bottle to
rinse out the object.
● Don’t wear contact lenses on site. Dust and other particles can get under the lens. If you
must wear contact lenses for medical reasons, wear appropriate eye protection as well.
● Keep your safety glasses on when you wear other protection such as a welding helmet
or face shield. Why? Because when you lift the visor or shield, you may still be exposed
to flying chips, dust, or other hazards.
● Get your eyes checked every couple of years to make sure that problems haven’t
developed or gotten worse.
● Use the right eyewear for your job.
● If you find your eye protection uncomfortable, try a different size or style.
● Remember to regularly inspect your eye protection equipment for wear and damage,
such as scratches and cracks.

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● Never wear worn, damaged or otherwise defective equipment.
● Keep your equipment clean according to the manufacturer’s instructions and
store it in a clean, dry place.
● You may need to wear a headband or strap with safety glasses to keep them from
falling off.
● If you wear prescription glasses, use special goggles to fit over them, or get safety
glasses with your prescription.
● Make sure your goggles fit snugly but comfortably around the bridge of your nose,
cheeks, temples, and forehead.
● If you wear contact lenses, let your supervisor know. Your company may have a special
policy.

What Can Supervisors Do to Help Out? BE PROACTIVE!

⮚ Create a safe work environment
⮚ Evaluate safety hazards
⮚ Make sure employees are wearing proper eye and face
protection
⮚ Make sure employees are using good work practices
⮚ Prepare for eye injuries and first aid needs in advance
by having an eye wash or sterile solution on hand.

❖ Fit
✔ Ensure your safety glasses fit properly. Eye size, bridge size and temple length all vary.
Safety glasses should be individually assigned and fitted. Wear safety glasses so that
the temples fit comfortably over the ears. The frame should be as close to the face as
possible and adequately supported by the bridge of the nose.
❖ Care
✔ Safety glasses need maintenance. Clean your safety glasses daily. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions. Avoid rough handling that can scratch lenses. Scratches
impair vision and can weaken lenses. Store your safety glasses in a clean, dry place
where they cannot fall or be stepped on. Keep them in a case when they are not being
worn. Replace scratched, pitted, broken, bent or ill-fitting glasses. Damaged glasses
interfere with vision and do not provide protection.
✔ Replace damaged parts only with identical parts from the original manufacturer to
ensure the same safety rating.

I have given the above talk to all of the men.

Under my control on Talk 07, Eye Protection

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