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PPE Selection - Heat: Face Shields
Heat-reflective and wire-screen face
shields are intended to shield the entire face from a range of
heat hazards. Specific hazards associated with heat include
high temperatures, splash from molten metal, and hot sparks.
Face shields are considered secondary protectors to be used in
addition to primary protection
such as safety spectacles or goggles.
Face shield windows are made with different transparent
materials and in varying degrees or levels of thickness. The
thickness of the face shield window should be matched to the
task. Window and headgear devices come in various styles in
order to enable the worker to select the appropriate
equipment.
| Windows |
Face
shield windows extend from the brow to below the chin
and across the entire width of the face.
- Windows are available in both removable or
lift-front designs:
- Removable windows allow the replacement of
damaged windows.
- Lift-front windows may be raised, as needed,
or left in the lowered position.
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Figure 1:
Wire-Screen Window |
Wire-screen windows:
- May include a plastic/glass insert
- Protect against moderate impact
- Not recommended for use involving chemical or
liquid hazards
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Figure 2:
Heat-Reflective Window |
Heat-reflective windows:
- Offer limited UV protection
- Protect against impact
- Protect against radiant heat
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| Headgear |
Headgear
supports the window shield and secures the device to the
head.
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Figure 3:
Adjustable Headgear |
Adjustable headgear:
- Straps allow the user to manipulate the size
of the headgear to ensure a proper fit
- Allows face shields to be shared between
employees
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Figure 4:
Hard Hat with Face Shield |
Hard hats with face shields:
- A window shield may be mounted under the visor
of the hat
- Face shields may be wire-screen, heat
reflective, lift-front, or removable
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