Eye and Face Protection
Overview
Thousands of people are blinded each year from work-related eye injuries that could have been prevented with the proper selection and use of eye and face protection.
OSHA requires employers to ensure the safety of all employees in the work environment. Eye and face protection must be provided whenever necessary to protect against chemical, environmental, radiological or mechanical irritants and hazards.
Standards
Eye and face protection is addressed in specific OSHA standards for general industry, maritime, and construction.
Hazards and Solutions
Provides references that aid in recognizing and evaluating eye and face hazards and provides possible solutions for these hazards.
Additional Resources
Provides links and references to additional resources related to eye and face protection.
Highlights
- OSHA publishes Notice of Proposed Rulemaking updating a National Consensus Standard in its Eye and Face Protection Standards. OSHA News Release, (March 13, 2015). The proposed revisions will reflect current national consensus standards and ensure that employers use up-to-date eye and face protection during hazardous workplace operations.
- Eye and Face Protection. OSHA eTool. Provides a comprehensive hazard assessment, information about selecting protective devices for the workplace, as well as OSHA requirements.