3M Safety Glasses

The majority of workplace and home eye injuries are caused by small particles or objects like metal slivers, wood chips, dust, or sparks that strike or scratch the eye. 3M™ safety glasses are a sensible choice to guard against eye injury because they are designed to be comfortable, easy to adjust and provide clear peripheral vision. Staples® has a range of safety supplies available.

There Is a Full Line of 3M Safety Glasses Designed to Cover a Variety of Hazards
Different hazards require specific designs. A lightweight, frameless design made of clear, anti-fog polycarbonate material weighs less than one ounce and gives workers a wide-angle view. The wrap-around shape provides side protection. All 3M safety glasses meet CSA and ANSI standards. Goggles that safeguard the worker from unexpected high-temperature or chemical splashes have a close fit around the eye area, an adjustable strap, and are designed to fit over prescription glasses.

In situations where there is a lot of debris in the air, a model with optional foam cushioning around the lenses protects against particles floating behind the lens. Small vents in the cushion minimize fogging to give the worker a clear view of the task at hand as well as the surrounding area. These glasses are designed to keep earplugs on cords untangled so they are unlikely to be pulled out of the ears in a noisy environment.

Use 3M Safety Glasses in a Variety of Work Scenarios
When a landscaper is working outside, 3M’s 99.9 percent UV protection guards against sun damage to the eye. High-impact lenses provide protection from objects thrown up by the lawn mower or dust that floats into the air when digging and planting.

What Does OSHA Approval for 3M Safety Glasses Mean?
All 3M safety product designs undergo rigorous tests by an independent nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL) to receive certification of conformance to OSHA safety standards. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures that products worn for safety conform to standards set by independent national and international organizations. Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) provide accreditation for safety and quality that inspires confidence in the reliability of 3M safety products.

Should 3M Safety Glasses be Used at Home?
Many activities at home are safer when safety glasses are worn. Something as simple as cleaning up a broken glass exposes the eye to danger of injury. Wearing safety glasses when doing outside work provides UV protection without risking loss of an expensive pair of sunglasses. A pair of safety glasses kept in a kitchen drawer or with the tool chest is easy to reach for eye protection when doing household repairs. Hobbies like woodworking require the use of safety glasses because there are the same hazards present in a workshop as there are in a manufacturing setting.

Are 3M Safety Glasses Stylish as Well as Practical?
One way to encourage compliance with safety rules is to have protective eyewear with style as well as comfort. Many 3M designs compare with glasses and sunglasses manufactured for fashion and sports apparel. Designs incorporate mirrored, impact-resistant lenses with vented temples, adjustable nose pieces and anti-scratch lens coatings for a look that works on the street as well as in a factory setting.