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PPE: Eye Protection

PPE: Eye Protection. Why wear PPE?. PPE is important because it’s the main way to protect yourself from injuries Accidents always seem to happen “the one time” the person wasn’t wearing PPE. Why wear glasses?. Protect your eyes from injuries: Chemical splashes Physical injuries

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PPE: Eye Protection

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  1. PPE: Eye Protection

  2. Why wear PPE? • PPE is important because it’s the main way to protect yourself from injuries • Accidents always seem to happen “the one time” the person wasn’t wearing PPE

  3. Why wear glasses? • Protect your eyes from injuries: • Chemical splashes • Physical injuries • Biological exposures • UV burns

  4. Common Eye Injuries • The CDC reports that every day 2,000 U.S. workers have a job-related eye injury • Majority are from small particles striking or abrading the eye • Chemical burns are also common • Infectious disease transmission is a concern for laboratory workers http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/eye/

  5. UCD Policy • It is the responsibility of laboratory workers to use proper protective equipment when working in the lab. • Wear eye protection when working with hazardous materials that may cause injuries to the eye.

  6. Video on Eye Safety • “Splash Zone!” video link • Video produced by the University of California – San Diego

  7. Which glasses to wear? • Think about potential hazards • Chemical? Biological? Physical? UV? • Splash danger? • Goggles provide more protection than safety glasses vs.

  8. Which glasses to wear? • Use tinted safety glasses when working with UV or lasers • Face shields and full-face respirators provide additional protection http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/eye/toolbox-eye.html

  9. Emergency Response • If you get something in your eye • Use nearest eyewash to flush for 5-10 minutes • Seek medical care • Notify your lab manager and PI • Report incidents to Risk Management with 4 business days

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