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Transcript of BLR’s Safety Training Presentations Eye Protection 29 CFR 1910.133 11017131/0406 2004 Business &...
BLR’s Safety Training Presentations
Eye Protection 29 CFR 1910.133
11017131/0406 2004Business & Legal Reports, Inc.
11017131/0406 2004 Business & Legal Reports, Inc.
A Split Second
A steel chip flies from a metal lathe A cracked chemical pump spurts caustic soda The lawn mower spits out a pebble A gust of wind carries dust and dirt
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Goals
Potential eye hazards Eye injury prevention Quiz
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Eye Injury Statistics
Each day, more than 1,000 workers suffer serious eye injuries
Each year, 77,000 eye injuries result in lost time
More than $450 million is spent in workers’ compensation costs annually because of eye injuries
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Eye Hazard Assessment
Flying chips Harmful dust particles Chemical splashing
or spraying High-intensity heat
or light Welding, brazing,
torch cutting
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Flying Particles
70% of serious eye injuries are caused by flying or falling objects
60% of those objects are smaller than the head of a pin
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Impact Hazard
Flying objects, fragments, large chips, particles, sand, dirt
Chipping, grinding, masonry work, woodworking, sawing, drilling, chiseling, riveting, sanding
Appropriate PPE Glasses with side protection Goggles Face shield for severe exposure
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Dust Hazards
Falling objects, wood dust, foam dust, soot Woodworking, buffing, cleaningAppropriate PPE Goggles
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Chemical Hazards
Acids, caustics, solvents Splash MistAppropriate PPE Face shield for severe
exposure Goggles
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Heat Hazards
Furnace operations, pouring or casting molten metals
High-temperature exposure Screen or reflective face shield Molten metals Face shield worn over goggles Hot sparks Glasses, goggles, face shield for
severe exposure
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Welding Eye Hazards
Welder’s flash Skin or eyes burned
from heat or light Flying sparks Metal fragments or slag
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Welding Eye Protection
Electric arc welding Welding helmet or face shield Gas arc welding Protective goggles or safety glasses
underneath Welding goggles or welding face shield Protective filter lens requirements
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Eye Injuries at Home
41% of all eye injuries occur in or around the home
Woodworking Lawn care Using chemicals
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Goals
Potential eye hazards Eye injury prevention Quiz
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Eye Injury Prevention
90% of occupational eye injuries could have been avoided with proper protective eyewear
Many injured workers believed protective eyewear was not necessary in their particular situation
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Eyewear Standards
Comply with ANSI Z87.1 Eye protection equipment
will be marked with Z87 Sunglasses or prescription
glasses usually do not meet the standard
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Choosing Eye Protection
Quality Fit and comfort Lens options
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Eyewear Maintenance
Cleaning stations Holders or cases Issue new when necessary
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Eyewear Inspection
Cracked lens Scratched lens Loose frames
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Prescription Eyewear
Contact lenses are not recommended for many work environments
Prescription safety glasses are available
Overglasses or partial face shields serve as additional barriers
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Eyewash Stations
Chemical splashes require immediate first aid 10 feet or 10 seconds Training in the use of the eyewash station Flush eyes for 15 minutes
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Goals
Potential eye hazards Eye injury prevention Quiz
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Summary
Assess eye hazards Select appropriate
protective eyewear Wear your eye protection Don’t become an eye
injury statistic
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Quiz
1. What hazard causes about 70 percent of the serious eye injuries?_____________________________________.
2. Eyewear that meets safety standards is marked with________________________________________.
3. Eyes splashed with a chemical must be immediately flushed with water for about 15 minutes. True or False
4. Your employer must conduct an eye hazard assessment. True or False
5. What kind of eyewear is required for minimum protection against flying objects? ___________________________________________________________.
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Quiz (cont.)
6. Dark sunglasses will provide adequate protection for welding projects that do not create a very intense light.
True or False7. Describe the type of eyewear necessary for
working with large amounts of acids or caustics: __________________________________________.
8. Describe two scenarios at your home where eye protection should be worn: __________________________________________.
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Quiz (cont.)
9. OSHA says that only a few eye injuries could have been prevented with proper safety eyewear.
True or False10. Besides quality and style, name an important
component in the selection of safety eyewear. ________________________________________________________________________________________.
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Quiz Answers
1. Flying or falling objects cause about 70 percent of the serious eye injuries.
2. “Z87” indicates that the eyewear meets safety standards.
3. True. If splashed with a chemical, flush your eyes for at least 15 minutes.
4. True. According to OSHA, employers must conduct a hazard assessment, select appropriate eye protection, and provide training.
5. Safety glasses with side protection are required to protect against flying objects.
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Quiz Answers (cont.)
6. False. Welding projects require a lens that filters light. Shaded or tinted glasses are not adequate protection.
7. Goggles and a face shield must be worn to protect against corrosives.
8. Answers will vary9. False. OSHA says that 90 percent of workplace
eye injuries could have been prevented if the proper eye protection was worn.
10. Fit and comfort are probably the most important components in eyewear selection.