For assistance in a specific issue, please contact the Safety Office at x6727. Hazards included sparks, flying particles, chemical splashes, and glare. Always wear safety glasses when working near chemicals or equipment that present eye hazards. Contact lenses are not recommended in wet chemical laboratory environments. Prescription safety glasses are available to employees with a current eyewear prescription card.
Spectacles offer protection from objects and dust entering from the front.
Goggles offer protection to flying particles from the front and sides and from hazardous chemical exposures. Face shields are used with spectacles or goggles to provide protection to the entire face from severe chemical, molten metal, and airborne particles. Welding helmets cover the eyes, face, and top and sides of the head to protect individuals from hazards generated during welding operations. Respirator types include self-contained breathing apparatus, supplied air, and chemical cartridge. Please refer to the Institute Respiratory Protection Program for specific information.