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LPS Eye Safety Guidelines
Guideline for specific classes:
Middle Level Industrial Technology
Spectacles or goggles can be used for general-purpose eye protection in the middle level Industrial Technology labs. Students are required to wear goggles when they are completing activities where splash hazard is possible (such as small engine repair, or application of finish materials). The spectacles or goggles need to be worn at all times when machines are in operation or when persons are involved in processes or use of materials which present potential hazard to the eyes. Use of a face shield is required where flying chips are involved (i.e. band saw, etc.).
Drafting/CAD
No device needed unless machines are used for model building. If models are constructed in an area separate from the drafting room, goggles would only be required in the model room.
Auto Mechanics/Small Engines
The law states „repair or servicing of any vehicle.‰ Realistically, working with batteries (or electrical system with a battery connected); fuel system when engine is running and air cleaner is removed; heater hoses, radiator hoses, radiator cap when engine is running or hot; or when working under the car or with the car overhead are the critical areas and requires the use of goggles. Welding will require additional measures as will machine (i.e., wire wheel) usage.
Graphics
Chemical goggles required when mixing chemicals, working with screen printing cleaners and inks, or with chemicals in the dark room. Machine operation, which could be hazardous will also require the use of goggles or spectacles.
Woods and Construction
Dust proof goggles need to be worn at all times when machines are in operation. Additional protection needs to be provided on the lathe, circular saw, etc., where flying chips require face protection.
NOTE: There is considerable inconsistency in the regulations concerning dust protection. The State Department brochure does not list dust as a hazard in the „applications‰ section. The National Society for the Prevention of Blindness brochure does list dust as a hazard but does not list goggles as a recommended protection device. They admit to this oversight. However, on page 15 of their brochure, the ventilated goggles example specifically states „they do not exclude dust and splash.‰
If they do not protect against dust, how can spectacles be approved? ANSI makes no reference to this.
We selected chemical goggles because:
1. They do protect against dust.
2. They can be worn over glasses.
If you would rather wear spectacles in a wood shop, I believe you would be within the existing guidelines.
Metals and Machine Shop
Use goggles or spectacles in the operation or observation of all machines. Face shields must be used in flying chips are involved. Welding goggles and/or helmets of proper tinting must be used when welding or casting.
Electronics
Goggles or spectacles required when using or observing soldering or machine (wire wheel, grinder) operation. Face shields and goggles must be worn when handling cathode ray tubes. Chemical goggles required for etching with chemicals. Use goggles or spectacles when sparks are caused by electrical contact.
Please direct any questions about specific applications to the Industrial Technology office.
The information and materials contained in these procedures have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable and to represent the best current opinion on the subject. No warranty, guarantee, or representation is made as to the absolute correctness or sufficiency of any representation contained in these procedures. It cannot be assumed that all acceptable safety measures are contained in this procedure, or exceptional conditions or circumstances.
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