Safety Glasses & Eye Protection
Professional safety glasses and eye protection for automotive body shop workers. Our selection includes clear and tinted safety glasses, chemical splash goggles, face shields, and specialized eye protection for various body shop tasks.
Types of Eye Protection for Body Shops
Different body shop tasks require specific types of eye protection. Understanding the options will help you select the appropriate protection for each application:
Safety Glasses
- Basic impact-resistant safety glasses
- Wraparound styles for side protection
- Anti-fog coated lenses for humid environments
- Scratch-resistant lenses for durability
- Tinted options for outdoor or bright work areas
Goggles
- Chemical splash goggles with indirect venting
- Dust goggles for sanding and grinding
- Over-the-glasses (OTG) models for prescription wearers
- Foam-lined goggles for better sealing
- Anti-fog treated goggles for clear vision
Face Shields & Specialty
- Full face shields for maximum protection
- Welding helmets with auto-darkening filters
- Combination hard hat and face shield systems
- Prescription safety glasses
- Polarized options for reducing glare
Lens Types & Features
Different lens materials and treatments offer varying benefits:
- Polycarbonate Lenses: Impact-resistant and lightweight, standard for safety glasses
- Anti-Fog Coating: Prevents condensation in humid environments or when wearing respirators
- Scratch-Resistant Coating: Extends lens life in abrasive environments
- UV Protection: Blocks harmful ultraviolet radiation
- Polarized Lenses: Reduces glare from reflective surfaces
- Photochromic Lenses: Automatically darken in bright conditions
- Mirror Coating: Reflects light for additional glare reduction
Selecting the Right Eye Protection
Consider these factors when choosing eye protection for body shop work:
- Hazard Type: Impact, chemical splash, dust, UV radiation, or infrared (welding)
- Comfort & Fit: Properly fitted protection is more likely to be worn consistently
- Compatibility: Must work with other PPE like respirators or hearing protection
- Optical Quality: Clear vision without distortion is essential for precision work
- Ventilation: Adequate airflow prevents fogging and improves comfort
- Standards Compliance: Look for ANSI Z87.1 certification for impact resistance
- Prescription Needs: Options for those requiring vision correction
Eye Protection Best Practices
Proper use and maintenance of eye protection is essential for effective protection:
Usage Guidelines
- Inspect eye protection before each use for damage
- Ensure proper fit with no gaps around edges
- Wear eye protection for the entire duration of hazardous tasks
- Use appropriate eye protection for specific hazards
- Replace damaged or scratched eye protection immediately
- Never modify safety eyewear
- Consider secondary protection (face shield over glasses) for high-risk tasks
Common Body Shop Eye Hazards
- Flying Particles: From grinding, sanding, and cutting operations
- Chemical Splashes: Paint, solvents, cleaners, and other chemicals
- Dust: From sanding body filler and other materials
- UV Radiation: From welding operations
- Infrared Radiation: From hot surfaces and welding
- Impact: From tools, parts, and compressed air
- Optical Radiation: From lasers used in measuring equipment