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Chemicals:  Face Shields
Chemical HazardFace shields are intended to protect the entire face from a variety of chemical hazards. All face shields are considered secondary protection and must be used in addition to safety goggles to provide adequate protection.

Face shield windows are made with different transparent materials and in varying degrees or levels of thickness. These levels should be correspond with specific tasks. Window and headgear devices are available in various combinations in order to enable the worker to select the appropriate equipment:
Windows
Plastic Window
Figure 1: Plastic 
Window
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.
  • Plastic windows:

    • Protect against light impact and splash
    • May include a glass insert
    • Available clear or filtered
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Headgear
Headgear supports the window shield and secures the device to the head.
  • Adjustable Headgear
    Figure 2: 
    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 



  • Hard Hat with Face Shield
    Figure 3:
    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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