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Toolbox talk: eye protection.
Authors
CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training
Source
Silver Spring, MD: CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training, 2018 Jan; :1-2
NIOSHTIC No.
20061790
Abstract
Eye injuries from dust and particles, welding light, and chemicals are common on jobsites. Often workers wear the wrong eye protection or none at all. Although some eye injuries are minor, even a simple scratch from wood, cement, or drywall dust can cause lasting pain. Metal slivers from a grinding wheel, or rebounding nails from routine hammering and carpentry can puncture the eye and lead to vision loss. Welding light can cause "welders' flash" that burns eyes and surrounding tissue. Nearby workers and bystanders are also at risk. Work-related eye injuries can have lifelong consequences.
Keywords
Construction; Construction industry; Construction workers; Safety practices; Injury prevention; Eye protection; Eye protective equipment; Welding
Contact
CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training, 8484 Georgia Avenue, Suite 1000, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Publication Date
20180110
Document Type
Other
Funding Type
Construction; Cooperative Agreement
Fiscal Year
2018
Identifying No.
Cooperative-Agreement-Number-U60-OH-009762
Priority Area
Construction
Source Name
Toolbox talk: eye protection
State
MD
Performing Organization
CPWR - The Center for Construction Research and Training, Silver Spring, Maryland
Page last reviewed: May 11, 2023
Content source:
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Education and Information Division