Over 3500 eye are reported annually to the Saskatchewan Worker's Compensation Board , and this is only the reported accidents. Poorly fitting safety eyewear can cause discomfort, headaches and eyestrain. Those who have not had an occupational vision exam, may not see as well as they could, leading to poorer job performance. The wearing of regular dress eyewear may be hazardous to the individual. The SAO's Occupational Vision Care and Eye Protection Plan is designed to increase compliance, reduce the number and severity of injuries, increase productivity, and improve morale.
Eye injuries are painful and sight threatening to the employee, costly to the employer.
The Saskatchewan Association of Optometrists OVC program aims at provide the highest standards of care, the highest quality materials and at competitive prices.