You may not realize it, but safety glasses can be very useful in the home. On a regular basis, you do things around the house that can actually put your eyes at risk for injury. If you wear glasses, you may not think that you need safety glasses. But in most cases, you are wrong. […]
If you work in an environment that’s hazardous to the eyes, eye protection is usually required, and your compliance to this requirement keeps your eyes safe. On the other hand, the eye safety requirement of your job is probably the last thing on your mind when relaxing and enjoying your free time. However, eye injuries […]
If you have never invested in a pair of prescription safety glasses before, it can be hard to find the right pair for you. However, shopping for these specialty glasses doesn’t have to be difficult when you are equipped with the right information. In this post, we will take a look at the top four […]
Prescription Wiley-X glasses are available with a patented removable foam facial cavity seal. This seal effectively converts a pair of glasses into goggles in that it seals the eyes from wind, dust, debris, and peripheral light. Unlike goggles, you can quickly convert them back into normal glasses, and they’re much more stylish. These glasses are […]
Most people understand the importance of eye protection when operating machinery and using power tools. Their power and the noise they make convey a sense of danger about them. Who wouldn’t feel inclined to put on safety glasses when using a chainsaw? On the other hand, the dangers of the kitchen environment to the eyes […]
Spring is around the corner and it’s time to get your house and yard ready for the warmer months ahead with some spring cleaning. Before getting busy with the projects on your to-do list, make sure you wear eye protection such as safety glasses, safety goggles, or prescription safety glasses. Cuts, nicks, and punctures to […]
When your vision requires correction for close up and far away distances, bifocals can provide this in a crude sort of way. One bifocal lens is for far distances while the other (lower) lens is for close up viewing. The problem with bifocals is they don’t accommodate intermediate distances, which will appear out of focus […]
Nothing lasts forever and that includes your safety glasses. Although they’re a low maintenance item, wear and tear, damage, and degradation will render them less effective at protecting your eyes. In fact, if they’re sufficiently damaged, they aren’t protecting your eyes at all. At least with no glasses, you would keep your eyes out of […]
The word “radiation” often brings to mind radioactivity and nuclear power. However, this is just one type of radiation. Another type is electromagnetic radiation. Everyone encounters electromagnetic radiation when they turn on a light or step outdoors on a sunny day. Visible light is but one portion of the entire electromagnetic spectrum. Light just beyond […]
Accidents that cause blindness have a profound impact on one’s life. Ironically, these devastating accidents are the most preventable. They don’t happen for want of adequate protection, because safety glasses are often provided by employers, and are readily purchased online. Instead, the victims of these accidents chose not to wear eye protection. Their reasons for this […]
Prescription Wiley-X glasses afford consumers numerous options meant to customize one’s choice of eye wear. This is particularly true of the company’s assortment of frames. In addition to a rainbow of colors, consumers must decide on a shape (rectangular or wrap) and pick from a trio of frame types. Today, we wanted to focus on one […]
For several weeks, you’ve been getting headaches. Your vision is blurred and sometimes you experience double vision. Oddly, the problems go away after 7 hours of sleep, only to return later in the day. If this sounds familiar, you’re likely experiencing symptoms of eyestrain. In short, you’re working your eyes too hard and are probably […]
Too many people take their vision for granted. Because they’ve had it their entire life, it’s difficult to imagine losing it. This attitude is universal to the point where even demolition workers sometimes fail to protect their eyes. However, it takes very little to put your eyes out of action. A piece of flying metal from […]
Safety glasses are an important part of the dress code for a great number of jobs and hobbies. From metalworking to motorcycle riding, protecting your eyes while you carry out potentially harmful tasks should always be at the top of your list. After all, without your vision, those very tasks would not be possible. For […]
One of the most frustrating things to people who wear glasses is wondering if they have been given the wrong prescription. If you are constantly worrying about your prescription, you will not be able to focus on your work because everything will be blurry or fuzzy. You do not have to go through your day […]
Prescription Safety glasses are often associated with protecting the eyes from fast-moving particles, debris, and other projectiles. However, safety glasses also protect the eyes from another hazard: dust. Dust doesn’t have to be driven into your eyes at high velocity to cause harm. It can be allergenic, toxic, an irritant, or contain biohazards such as […]
How much money would you say you spend on your hunting equipment every year? Over the years, you have probably built a large collection of firearms, hunting clothes, ammunition, boots, etc. If you have been prescribed glasses, does your collection consist of prescription safety glasses? Your prescription safety glasses are an important piece to your […]
Every year, tens of thousands of home “do it yourself” (DIY) amateurs suffer from eye injuries. The main reason for this is that most are amateurs with limited or no experience in their projects. Many of those who don’t normally work with their hands professionally, also lack an awareness of common safety practices such as using […]
LED lights can be made very small, consume very little energy, and yet can put out a lot of light. What happens when you place two such LED lights on prescription safety glasses? You get highly versatile lighted prescription safety glasses. The following elaborates more on their usefulness and versatility: They Provide a Hands Free […]
The eyes are the most vulnerable part of the human body. A flying metal shard that hits your skin will only cause a minor cut. That same metal shard hitting an eye can easily penetrate its delicate outer tissues and cause serious damage and even blindness. That’s why wearing steel toe work boots and a […]
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