Eye protection

Eye Protection

Eye protection refers to protective gear for the eyes, which comes in many types depending upon the threat that is to be reduced. The threats can come in many forms, such as dust, debris, infectious fluids, or chemicals. Many of the eye protectors can be categorized into 'spectacles', 'goggles', 'shields', 'visors', etc.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /aɪ prəˈtɛkʃən/

Etymology

The term 'eye protection' is derived from the English words 'eye' and 'protection'. 'Eye' comes from the Old English 'ēage', which has a similar meaning. 'Protection' comes from the Latin 'protectio', from 'protegere' meaning 'to cover in front'.

Types of Eye Protection

Spectacles

Spectacles, also known as glasses, are frames bearing lenses worn in front of the eyes. They are typically used for vision correction or to protect the eyes from debris or harmful light rays.

Goggles

Goggles are forms of protective eyewear that usually enclose or protect the eye area in order to prevent particulates, water, or chemicals from striking the eyes.

Shields

Eye shields are personal protective equipment used to safeguard the wearer's eyes from hazards such as flying debris, chemical splashes, or potentially infectious materials.

Visors

Visors are a surface that protects the eyes, such as shading them from the sun or other bright light or protecting them from objects.

Related Terms

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Occupational Safety and Health
• Optometry
• Ophthalmology

See Also

• Eye Safety
• Workplace Safety
• Health and Safety Regulations

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Eye protection
• Wikipedia's article - Eye protection

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