SAFETY FOOTWEAR & PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT EXPERT IN PPE SELECTION
At Technoavia, sustainability is a cornerstone of our operations. We are committed to minimizing our ecological footprint while delivering high-quality products that meet and exceed industry standards. Through innovative practices, environmentally friendly materials, and community engagement, we aim to protect the planet for future generations. PARTNERING TO PROTECT LIVES AND THE ENVIRONMENT • Recycled PET Fabrics: Many of our garments are made using fibers derived from recycled plastic bottles. • Reducing Landfill Waste: Diverts plastic from landfills while conserving resources used in new fiber production. • Exceptional Quality: Recycled materials retain superior durability, functionality, and quality. • Toxic-Free Manufacturing: Our garment factories operate without producing harmful waste, ensuring a cleaner environment. • Eco-Compliant Logistics: Transportation, storage, retail, and wholesale activities adhere to strict environmental safety standards. • Waste Management: Implement waste segregation and proper battery disposal practices across all facilities. • Energy Efficiency: Utilize energy-saving lighting in offices, retail outlets, and factories. Green Initiatives Environmentally Conscious Operations Sustainable Material Innovation
INFORMATION Head Protection 6 Standards 7 Products Eye Protection 11 Guide to Lens Marking 12 Lens Technology 14 Products 19 Welding Helmets Body Protection 68 Standards Donning/Doffing a Chemical Suit 69 70 Products 26 Standards 28 Products Hearing Protection 30 Standards 32 Products Respiratory Protection 36 Standards 40 Materials 42 Selection of Gloves 49 Glove Index 51 Mechanical Gloves with PU Coating 51 Mechanical Gloves with Nitrile Coating 52 Mechanical Gloves with Crinkle Latex Coating 52 Mechanical Gloves with Nitrile Foam Coating 54 Cut Resistant Gloves and Sleeves 58 Impact Resistant Gloves 60 Chemical Resistant Gloves 63 Leather Gloves 64 Heat Resistant Gloves 65 Low Temperature Insulated Gloves Hand Protection Information 74 Standards Materials 77 82 Products Safety Footwear Version 2.0 Catalog Contents
Technoavia Company is a team of professionals, passionate about their work. We have over 8,000 specialists worldwide. Quality, Comfort, and Aesthetic Appeal always comes first! Since 1992, we have been protecting the lives and health of people in the workplace. We design workwear and footwear taking into account the professional risks at workplaces. Technoavia products can be found in all industries: Aviation, Metallurgy, Mining and Processing, Fuel and Energy, Mechanical Engineering, Agriculture, and many others. *As of December 2023 In-house Design Bureau Our team of designers, engineers, technologists, and marketers work on developing workwear and safety footwear. Process Automation and Optimization Automatic fabric and leather cutting machines. Highspeed sewing equipment. Professionals with many years of experience. High-tech Manufacturing We increase labor productivity and the quality of our products through innovative software and equipment in our factories. Our Sewing Production 10 sewing factories 7,4 million products per year* Our Footwear Production 1 footwear factory 1,6 million pairs of shoes per year* More than YEARS Caring for your Safety More than 100, 000 Customers More than 100 Branches 11 Factories 2,000+ Product Items 40, 000 м2 Of our own Warehouse Complex Our Clients are a Source of Inspiration Continuous Development is The Key to Success At Technoavia, innovation and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to constantly evolving our product range, enhancing existing designs, and delivering unique solutions that cater to your needs. You, our clients, are our inspiration. Your feedback, requirements, and corporate identity guide our journey toward perfection. We recognize that our clothing and footwear are an essential part of your workday. That is why we ensure every product delivers unmatched comfort, superior protection, and a polished, professional appearance. Meticulously designed to focus on safety, functionality, and ergonomics, our solutions are crafted to meet the highest standards while keeping you confident and secure at work. We never compromise on quality! At Technoavia, we enhance the selection of personal protective equipment (PPE) through a risk-oriented approach focused on reducing occupational hazards. By prioritizing the identification and selection of high-quality, multifunctional protective gear, we ensure the safety and well-being of every worker in environments tailored to specific workplace risks. Our experts conduct comprehensive workplace hazard assessments and provide qualified Occupational Risk Assessments (ORA) to create practical and effective solutions for minimizing risks. This includes recommending PPE that complies with the Unified Standard PPE Issuance Norms, monitoring and reviewing ORA results, and delivering hands-on training to improve practical PPE application skills. Each solution is designed to address workplace hazards and meet the individual needs of workers, ensuring that safety remains our top priority. Technoavia in the Middle East With a strong foothold across the GCC, Technoavia proudly serves various industries in the Middle East, including Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Logistics, Food, Aviation, Shipping, Marine, and Government establishments. Our extensive distribution network ensures quick, reliable access to a full range of products, supported by local stock availability to meet urgent demands. We focus on providing customized solutions that adhere to the highest international standards, ensuring the safety and operational efficiency of the region’s workforce. 30
Caring for People. Caring for Nature. Charged with One Idea. We design, invent, engineer, and manufacture high-quality workwear, protective footwear, and personal protective equipment at our factories. We achieve this with the help of a dedicated team of professionals passionate about their work. Each team member plays a vital role in delivering the exceptional products and services our clients receive. With the state-of-the-art equipment, robust resources for production and research development, and an unwavering desire to grow and contribute, we strive for excellence in everything we do. We prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of our employees, fostering a comfortable and supportive working environment. The “Start with Yourself” concept has become our guiding principle, shaping our daily operations. In our production processes, we use environmentally friendly technologies and fabrics. Our factories generate no toxic waste, and we utilize energy-saving light sources. All Technoavia divisions comply with strict environmental safety standards, while our head office operates under the “Green Office” program. We also actively participate in efforts to preserve endangered animal species. Employees of nature reserves and sanctuaries receive high-quality workwear and footwear from us free of charge, supporting their invaluable contributions to protecting the natural world.
1 Technoavia Workwear Manufacturing production of garments with down insulation, providing exceptional warmth and comfort. Quality control is a priority at every stage of production. All fabrics entering production are meticulously inspected on specialized ROLLTEX measuring and sorting tables before being approved for use. At every Technoavia sewing factory, 100% of finished products undergo acceptance inspections by the Quality Control (QC) department. At the warehouses, the products are randomly inspected again by the QC department. As a company dedicated to occupational safety, Technoavia provides protective equipment for workers and engineers across various industries, including manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, and services. Simultaneously, we are committed to improving working conditions for our own employees. Our factories are continuously modernized, and we invest in new, state-of-the-art buildings with comfortable workplaces that meet all occupational safety standards. Our primary goal is to produce high-quality protective clothing that is both comfortable and visually appealing. Therefore, all materials, designs, and technological features of our clothing are carefully regulated based on their intended use. We proudly collaborate with world-leading manufacturers of fabrics and accessories to ensure the highest standards in our products. Technoavia is capable of producing nearly all types of protective and uniform clothing. Our production facilities include specialized lines for manufacturing: • Knitwear – Equipped with KANSAI SPECIAL (Japan) machinery. • Uniform clothing – Including jackets, pants, skirts, vests, shirts, blouses, and dresses. These lines feature advanced equipment such as PFAFF, DÜRKOPP ADLER, VEIT (Germany) machinery, and MACPI (Italy) presses for final moisture-heat treatment. • Leather jackets – Manufactured with precision for durability and style. • Waterproof clothing – Produced using NAWON (South Korea) machines for seam sealing. • PVC fabric garments – Assembled with highfrequency welding technology for enhanced durability. Our waterproof garment manufacturing technologies ensure a superior level of protection against soaking. Additionally, we have successfully mastered the • Two-needle machines are employed for stitching details, providing additional strength to top-stitched and seamed seams. • Special three-needle machines are used for crotch and side seams of pants, as well as elbow and front seams of jackets, ensuring exceptionally durable seams. • Four-needle chain stitch machines are utilized for high-quality elements such as cuffs and elastic waistband inserts, improving performance through even stretch and enhanced durability. • Automatic bartack machines reinforce critical attachment points such as pockets, flaps, belt loops, and closures. Technoavia’s production capabilities include 10 sewing factories equipped with modern, highly efficient equipment. This enables us to manufacture high-quality workwear with exceptional performance properties in minimal time. We utilize the ASSYST (Germany) computer-aided design system for creating patterns and layouts. This advanced technology, combined with the flexibility of our sewing processes, significantly reduces the time from order placement to product delivery. Our automated BULLMER (Germany) spreading complex enhances cutting precision while minimizing cutting time, ensuring the superior quality of the final product. Technoavia has 13 such systems installed across its factories, reinforcing our commitment to excellence. For all sewing operations, JUKI (Japan) machines are used:
2 Technoavia Safety Footwear Production The factory has also integrated SCHOEN (Germany) lasting and cutting equipment, while the sewing and preparation sections have been strengthened with sewing machines from DÜRKOPP ADLER (Germany). The DESMA high-performance injection molding machines allow for the production of modern protective footwear featuring polyurethane injection-molded soles with thermoplastic polyurethane overlays and nitrile rubber. These materials provide robust protection against oil, oil products, aggressive environments, mechanical impacts, and contact with heated surfaces. In the production of safety footwear, we use heatresistant, water-repellent leathers, breathable lining fabrics, metal anti-penetration insoles, and non-metallic insoles made from anti-penetration materials. These components significantly enhance the protective characteristics of the footwear. We cater to a wide range of production needs, from single samples to batches of several thousand pairs. Our long-term partnerships with major companies enable us to thoroughly understand the requirements for safety footwear and meet customer demands for corporatestyle footwear. For example, we offer customization options such as using materials in various colors, incorporating colored accessories (laces, threads), and adding the customer’s company logo to the design. Our innovative policy of modernizing and developing production allows us to manufacture safety footwear that meets the requirements of the Customs Union Technical Regulations, International and European standards. By producing 1.6 million pairs of shoes per year on our own factories, we have extensive experience developing footwear models tailored to the specifics of different economic sectors. Currently, the factory produces 11 series of injection-molded footwear: • Technogard-2®, Unigard®, Albus, Schwartz – Featuring protective toe caps made of metal or composite material. • Captain, Captain Gor, Icegard Gor, Icegard, Neogard® – Equipped with protective toe caps made of composite material. • Neogard-Light®, Neogard-Light® Antistatic – Designed with protective toe caps made of composite material. Additionally, the factory has started producing a new type of product: PVC boots with protective metal toe caps. To enhance the technological process of manufacturing protective footwear and improve labor productivity, the factory has installed modern PFAFF (Germany) sewing automats. These advanced machines enable the production of a larger quantity of high-quality footwear uppers with minimal staffing. In addition, ATOM (Italy) automatic cutting machines have also been introduced for leather and textile materials. These high-performance systems utilize specialized software to automate the cutting process, ensuring precision and efficiency. Technoavia manufactures footwear at YoshkarOla Shoe Factory LLC, a key component of the company’s production facilities. In recent years, the factory has undergone extensive technical modernization: the equipment fleet has been significantly upgraded, the footwear production process streamlined, and employee skills further enhanced. Currently, the production facilities of YoshkarOla Shoe Factory LLC have five injection molding machines from the German company DESMA for manufacturing high-tech footwear and a machine for molding PVC footwear from the Italian company WINTECH. The availability of high-performance injection molding equipment has allowed us to increase the production of modern protective footwear and significantly expand our model range.
INFORMATION 3 Technoavia Reserves the Right to Determine the Eligibility and Scope of Services Provided. *
• Facilitate hands-on trials of recommended PPE in real workplace conditions. • Gather user feedback on: • Comfort and fit. • Performance and durability. • Practicality and usability. • Fine-tune recommendations based on trial results to ensure worker satisfaction and operational suitability. INFORMATION OMNI APPROACH At Technoavia, we deliver expert guidance and tailored assessments designed to meet your unique business needs. Our comprehensive approach enhances workplace safety, optimizes performance, and adds measurable value to your operations. HIGHLIGHTS • Regular reviews are conducted to monitor PPE performance and workforce feedback. • Implement continuous improvement plans to adapt to evolving workplace needs. • Integrate the latest PPE innovations to ensure ongoing safety and efficiency. • Analyze safety metrics and accident statistics to measure impact and identify new opportunities for improvement. • Plan and execute seamless PPE roll out with: • Efficient product introduction and implementation schedules. • On-site training sessions to ensure proper PPE usage. • Compliance support through posters, handouts, and digital resources. • Offer on-site assistance during deployment to address any challenges. Consultation and Site Analysis Bespoke PPE Recommendation Report Performance Trials Comprehensive Deployment and Integration Continuous Optimization and Support 4 • Conduct an in-depth consultation to understand your unique safety challenges and business goals • Perform a comprehensive site survey to identify the following: • Environmental Hazards • Workforce-specific requirements • Operational processes and risk factors • Develop a clear understanding of the site’s safety priorities and compliance needs. 1 2 3 4 5 • Deliver a tailored PPE report with detailed recommendations. • Match PPE solutions to identified hazards and operational needs. • Highlight benefits such as improved safety compliance, enhanced comfort, and long-term value. • Provide a roadmap to address safety gaps and optimize workplace protection. Technoavia Reserves the Right to Determine the Eligibility and Scope of Services Provided. *
5 HEAD PROTECTION
HEAD PROTECTION 6 EN 50365:2002 Insulating Helmets for Use on Low Voltage Installations This standard is for helmets used for working live or close to live parts on installations not exceeding 1000V AC or 1500V DC, testing to EN 50365 exceeds testing under EN 397 for electrical properties. EN 397:2012 Industrial Safety Helmets Mandatory Tests: • Impact: Energy spread to the head form must not exceed 5 kN after the fall of an object of 5 kg at 1m high. • Penetration: The tip of the test mass used (3 kg from 1m height) must not come into contact with the skull. • Flammability: The helmet is exposed to a flame, and it must not burn with flame emission more than 5 seconds after removal of the flame. • Impact and penetration tests are performed at room temperature, at +50°C, and at -10°C. Optional Tests: • Resistance at Extreme Temperatures: Testing impact and penetration are performed at +150°C, at -20°C or -30°C temperatures. • Electrical Properties: Protects against short accidental contact with electric leads under voltage up to 440V WAC. • Lateral Deformation: Protects against lateral compression. The maximum deformation of the helmet should be ≤40 mm (LD). • Molten Metal Splashes: The helmet is not deformed or penetrated by splashes of molten metal (MM). EN 12492:2012 Helmets for Mountaineers This standard covers specialist mountaineers’ helmets and it includes tests on retention system strength and effectiveness to ensure the helmet is not inadvertently removed. To reflect the nature of the use, Impact and penetration tests are conducted on different points around the shell. Mountaineer requirements also apply to wearers working at height. ANSI/ISEA Z89.1:2014 American National Standard for Industrial Head Protection • Type I - Hard hats are designed only to withstand top impacts. • Type II - Hard hats designed to withstand impacts from the top and the side. • Class C - Conductive Helmet = The hard hat will not protect the wearer from electrical hazards. • Class G - General Helmet = Helmet can withstand an electrical current of up to 2,200 volts. • Class E - Electrical Helmet = Helmet that provides the highest level of electrical protection, withstanding currents up to 20,000 volts. Standards for Helmets
HEAD PROTECTION EnHa Radius - Vented Exceptionally Lightweight Vented Industrial Safety Helmet with Crashbox Inside - a Unique Impact Energy Absorption System - Yellow EnHa Radius - Full Brim - Vented Exceptionally Lightweight Vented Industrial Safety Helmet with Crashbox Inside - a Unique Impact Energy Absorption System - Orange Shell Material: ABS Harness Material: Polyester Headband Material: HDPE + LDPE Sweatband Material: Polyester Slots: 30mm Weight: From approx 280g (HDPE); 290g (ABS) Fitting Sizes: 53 - 62 cm Size Adjustment: Ratchet Shelf-Life: 5 Years Suitable Applications: Construction, Forestry, Industries,Logistics Standards: EN 397:2012+A1:2012 (-30°C) ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type 1 Class C EnHa Syntis Bump Cap An Extremely Comfortable Industrial Bump Cap, Lightweight and Stylish - Navy Blue Shell Material: Regrind HDPE Suitable Applications: Automotive, Aerospace, FM, Construction, Manufacturing, F&B Peak: Long/Short Standards: EN 812:2012 EnHa Rockman C6R - Vented Ultra-Light Safety Helmet with 6-Point Textile Suspension Harness, Ratchet Headband - White Shell Material: Polyethylene (HDPE), UV blocker Harness Material: Polyester (Model C6) Slots: 30mm Weight: From 282g (pin lock) to 342g (wheel ratchet) Fitting Sizes: 53 - 62 cm Size Adjustment: Ratchet Shelf-Life: 5 Years Suitable Applications: Construction, Forestry, Industries Standards: EN 397:2012+A1:2012 (-30°C) ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type 1 Class C 27.301 27.310 27.317 27.321 27.368 27.506 HH5 High Attenuation Ear Defender Helmet Chinstrap 4-Point Textile Chin-Strap For Self-Releasing Mounts In EnHa Helmets 27.369 EnHa Rockman C6R - Unvented 27.370 EnHa Radius - Unvented 27.371 EnHa Radius - Full Brim - Unvented 7 Logo Application on Helmets • Company Logo/Branding can be applied to the helmets • Minimum batch is 50 helmets • High-Quality, Long-Lasting, Weatherproof printing • High-Resolution artwork to be provided by the customer Earmuffs with Helmet Attachments See page 28 Shell Material: ABS Harness Material: Polyester Headband Material: HDPE + LDPE Sweatband Material: Polyester Slots: 30mm Weight: From approx 280g (HDPE); 290g (ABS) Fitting Sizes: 53 - 62 cm Size Adjustment: Ratchet Shelf-Life: 5 Years Suitable Applications: Construction, Forestry, Industries, Logistics Standards: EN 397:2012+A1:2012 (-30°C) ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2014 Type 1 Class C Technology for Force Transfer and Impact Dissipation CRASHBOX INSIDE (Yellow) 27.302 (Orange) 27.303 (Blue) 27.305 (Green) 27.306 (Black) 27.309 (Red) 27.304 (HV Yellow) 27.307 (HV Orange) 27.308 (White) 27.311 (Orange) 27.312 (Blue) 27.313 (Green) 27.314 (HV Yellow) 27.315 (HV Orange) 27.316 (White) 27.318 (Yellow) 27.319 (Red) 27.320 (Grey) 27.323 (Black) 27.322
HEAD PROTECTION 27.324 27.331 27.337 27.372 EVO®2 Mid Peak OneTouch™ Slip Ratchet - Unvented 27.374 EVO®3 Safety Helmet - Wheel Ratchet - Unvented 8 EVO®3 Safety Helmet - Wheel Ratchet Ultra-Light Safety Helmet with 6-Point Textile Suspension Harness, Ratchet - White Shell Material: Tough HDPE shell Harness Material: 6-point Textile Cradle Harness Sweatband Material: Cotton Core Sweatband with PU Coating Size Adjustment: Revolution® Wheel Ratchet Shelf-Life: 5 Years Suitable Applications: Construction, Forestry, Industries Standards: EN 397:2012+A1:2012 EN 50365 Class 0 10KV (Only Non-Vented) EVO® VISTAshield® Safety Helmet with Integrated Faceshield - Vented - White/Smoke Helmet with Visor Shell Material: ABS Shell Suitable Applications: Automotive, Aerospace, FM, Construction, Manufacturing, F&B Size Adjustment: Ratchet Peak: Long/Short Standards: EN 397:2012 + A1:2012 EN 50365 EN 166 (Visor) EN 170 (Visor) ANSI Z87. 1 (Visor) Orange/Smoke 27.334 Black/Smoke 27.332 Blue/Smoke 27.333 Red/Smoke 27.335 Yellow/Smoke 27.336 HardCap Aerolite® Lightweight Bump Cap An Extremely Comfortable Industrial Bump Cap, Lightweight and Stylish - Navy Blue Shell Material: HDPE Shell and a Lightweight EPP Impact Liner Suitable Applications: Automotive, Aerospace, FM, Construction, Manufacturing, F&B Peak: Long/Short Standards: EN 812:2012 Helmet with Ventilation (Yellow) 27.325 (Orange) 27.327 (Red) 27.328 (Blue) 27.329 (Green) 27.330 (Black) 27.326 (White) 27.338 (Red) 27.339 (Black) 27.340 (HV Yellow) 27.341 (HV Orange) 27.367 27.373 EVO®2 Mid Peak OneTouch™ Slip Ratchet Vented Standard Helmet with Slip Ratchet -White Shell Material: Tough HDPE shell Harness Material: 6-point Textile Cradle Harness Sweatband Material: Cotton Core Sweatband with PU Coating Size Adjustment: Revolution® Wheel Ratchet Shelf-Life: 5 Years Suitable Applications: Construction, Forestry, Industries Standards: EN 397:2012+A1:2012 EN 50365 Class 0 10KV (Only Non-Vented) (Yellow) 27.302 (Orange) 27.303 (Blue) 27.305 (Green) 27.306 (Black) 27.309 (Red) 27.304 (Grey) 27.307 (Pink) 27.308
HEAD PROTECTION PS53 PS63 PS73 Height Endurance Mountaineer Helmet - Orange Shell Material: ABS, EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) Harness: 6-point Textile Suspension Harness Slots: 30mm Chin Strap: Y Style 4 Point Chin Strap Fitting Sizes: 53 - 63 cm Size Adjustment: Ratchet Shelf-Life: 7 Years Suitable Applications: Construction, Forestry, Industries Standards: EN 397:2012+A1:2012 (-30°C/+50°C) ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 TYPE I (Class C) Height Endurance Vented Helmet - Yellow Shell Material: ABS Harness: 6-point Textile Suspension Harness Slots: 30mm Chin Strap: Y Style 4 Point Chin Strap Fitting Sizes: 53 - 63 cm Size Adjustment: Ratchet Shelf-Life: 7 Years Suitable Applications: Construction, Forestry, Industries Standards: EN 397:2012+A1:2012 (-30°C/+50°C) ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 TYPE I (Class C) Height Endurance Unvented Helmet - White Shell Material: ABS Harness: 6-point Textile Suspension Harness Slots: 30mm Chin Strap: Y Style 4 Point Chin Strap Fitting Sizes: 53 - 63 cm Size Adjustment: Ratchet Shelf-Life: 7 Years Suitable Applications: Construction, Forestry, Industries Standards: EN 397:2012+A1:2012 (-30°C/+50°C) EN 50365 Class:0 ANSI/ISEA Z89.1 TYPE I (Class E) 9 PS59 AirTech Bump Cap - Navy Blue Shell Material: ABS shell Suitable Applications: Automotive, Aerospace, FM, Construction, Manufacturing, F&B Peak: Long Peak Standards: EN 812:2012 PS69 AirTech Bump Cap Micro Peak - Black Shell Material: ABS shell Suitable Applications: Automotive, Aerospace, FM, Construction, Manufacturing, F&B Peak: Short Peak Standards: EN 812:2012 27.342 27.347 27.351 PS89 Ultra Light Bump Cap - White Shell Material: HDPE/LDPE Shell Suitable Applications: Automotive, Aerospace, FM, Construction, Manufacturing, F&B Peak: Short Peak Standards: EN 812:2012 27.362 27.356 27.360 (Black) 27.343 (Yellow) 27.344 (Orange) 27.345 (Blue) 27.346 (White) 27.348 (Orange) 27.349 (Blue) 27.350 (White) 27.352 (Yellow) 27.353 (Blue) 27.355 (Red) 27.354 (Black) 27.359 (Yellow) 27.357 (Orange) 27.358 (Navy Blue) 27.361 (Black) 27.366 (Navy Blue) 27.365 (Orange) 27.364 (Yellow) 27.363
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EYE PROTECTION Certification Mark Manufacturer Identity KN 1 1.2 2C F Mechanical Resistance Optical Class 1 ± 0.06 dioptres Can be worn at all times 2 ± 0.12 dioptres Should only be worn for occasional use 3 ± 0.25 dioptres Should not be worn for long periods K Resistance to surface damage by fine particles N Resistance to lens fogging T Extreme temperature of -5°C and +55°C Optional Requirements Filter Type Code 2 UV Filter 2C or 3 UV Filter with good colour recognition 4 Infrared Filter 5 Sunglare Filter 6 Sunglare Filter with IR specification Scale Number (Shade) 1.2 Clear or Amber 1.4 Blue or I/O Waterproof 1.7 Minimises or I/O 2.5 Grey or Revo 3.1 Dark Grey or Mirror (T) : The frame/lens has had an additional extreme temperature test at -5°C and +55°C GUIDE TO LENS MARKINGS 166 F If protection against high-speed particles at extreme temperatures is required then the selected safety eyewear product should be marked with the letter T immediately after the ‘Mechanical Strength’ letter; eg: FT, BT, or AT. If the ‘Mechanical Strength’ letter is not followed by the letter T, the safety eyewear product shall only be used against high-speed particles at an ambient temperature. If the frame and lens display different certification marks (F,B, or A), the lowest level should be assigned to the entire safety eyewear product. Riley Identity Number of the EN Standard S Increased Strength F Low Energy Impact, resists a 6mm, 0.86g ball at 45m/s B Medium Energy Impact, resists a 6mm, 0.86g ball at 120m/s A High Energy Impact, resists a 6mm, 0.86g ball at 190m/s Mechanical Strength Certification Mark Fields(s) of Use (where applicable) None General Use 3 Liquid droplets or splashes 4 Large dust particles < 5 μm 5 Gases and small dust particles < 5 μm 8 Short circuit electric arc 9 Molten metal and hot solids IMPACT LEVEL MAX. SPEED EYE PROTECTION TYPE A (T) High Energy Impact 190 m/s Faceshields B (T) Medium Energy Impact 120 m/s Faceshields and Goggles F (T) Low Energy Impact 45 m/s Faceshields/Goggles/Spectacles S Increased Robustness 5.1 m/s Spectacles (CR39 lenses) GUIDE TO TEMPLE MARKINGS 11
EYE PROTECTION LENS COATING TECHNOLOGY ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT Vacuum UV UV-C UV-A UV-B ULTRAVIOLET VISIBLE LIGHT INFRARED 10nm 100nm 280nm 315nm 400nm 780 nm DUAL LENS COATING ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT ANTI-SCRATCH, ANTI-FOG, UV400 PROTECTION AND MOISTURE REPELLENT (EN 166:K&N) 12 Lens coated with TECTON 400 coating offers 100% UVA/UVB Protection up to 400nm. This high-performance coating still contains the anti-fogging and anti-scratch properties of TECTON and is applied to both sides of the lens. It is ideal for those working outdoors, even in overcast conditions, needing vision clarity and wishing to maximize the lifespan of their safety eyewear. ANTI-SCRATCH AND ANTI-FOG (EN 166:K&N) Models with the TECTON coating offer exceptional resistance to fogging as well as excellent scratch and abrasion resistance (EN 166 markings: K and N). This coating is applied to both sides of the lens and features on the majority of the Riley range as standard. It is ideal for those working indoors needing vision clarity and wishing to maximize the lifespan of their safety eyewear. UV400 PROTECTION AND MOISTURE-REPELLENT (EN 166:K&N) The ARIDA 400 coating offers 100% UVA/UVB protection up to 400nm. The premium coating is applied both sides lens offering greater resistance to scratch and water vapor. The premium coating is applied on both sides of the lens, offering greater resistance to scratch and water vapor. It is ideal for those exposed to changeable environmental conditions, seeking vision clarity. In the field, all parts of a lens can be subject to the harshest of conditions. That’s why Riley TECTON coatings are bonded and cured for the life of the product on BOTH sides of the lenses, giving you excellent resistance to scratching and fogging. Specifically, the anti-fog performance of the TECTON coating goes far beyond the minimum level necessary to achieve the ‘N’ standard (EN 166). Riley Eyewear with Tecton 400 and ARIDA 400 coatings offer 100% UVA/UVB protection up to 400nm. This is an additional step that we take above the requirements of the EN166 to ensure wearers’ eyes are protected.
EYE PROTECTION The robust polycarbonate lenses in Riley eyewear provide high-performance protection from impacts and delivers perfect optical quality for every wearer in accordance with EN 166. Each model in the glasses portfolio is available with a variety of lens tint options to allow safe working in a wide array of applications and conditions. Selected models also protect up to 400nm to provide maximum protection from both UVA and UVB light regardless of lens tint, absorbing the lower part of the blue light in the visible spectrum. LENS TECHNOLOGY Improves contrast and colour perception in low light conditions, great for outdoor workers at dusk or dawn. Designed to improve contrast and reduce stress to the eye. Featuring a soothing light brown tint, this lens is light enough to be worn indoors. This specialised lens is ideal for electronic applications to provide optimum colour perception as well as extremely bright environments. Blue lenses enhance vision in the presence of excessive sodium vapour or yellow light, commonly emitted by strip lighting. Commonly used indoors but can also be used outdoors as well to improve contrast levels. CLEAR BLUE NAKED EYE LED NAKED EYE ANTIREFECTIVE NAKED EYE TWILIGHT NAKED EYE Clear lenses provide true colour recognition and are ideal for general purpose indoor and outdoor work in normal to low light conditions. LENS TYPE: CLEAR VLT: 92% Approx Suitable Environment: Indoor & Outdoor LENS TYPE: AMBER Approximate VLT*: 90% Approx Suitable Environment: Indoor & Outdoor LENS TYPE: BLUE VLT: 65% Approx Suitable Environment: Indoor & Outdoor LENS TYPE: INDOOR/OUTDOOR VLT: 60% Approx Suitable Environment: Indoor & Outdoor Polarised lenses sharpens vision and protects the eyes from harmful rays by filtering out glare from reflective surfaces. POLARISED NAKED EYE LENS TYPE: POLARISED VLT: 10% Approx Suitable Environment: Outdoor LENS TYPE: TWILIGHT VLT: 55% Approx Suitable Environment: Outdoor Grey lenses reduce brightness to minimise eye fatigue in moderate to bright environments, making them ideal for daytime wear and outdoor tasks. The dark-tinted lenses decrease glare without distorting colours. GREY NAKED EYE Indoor/Outdoor lenses provide clarity of vision in both interior and exterior lighting environments making them an ideal choice for transport and logistics workers. INDOOR/ OUTDOOR NAKED EYE LENS TYPE: REVO VLT: 26% Approx Suitable Environment: Outdoor Revo lenses have a reflective coating on the surface of the lens and similar to polarisation, they reduce glare. Available in: Fire Revo Ice Revo Antique Revo REVO NAKED EYE Amber lenses block blue light to heighten contrast, improve depth perception and provide you with a brighter view in poorly-lit working conditions. AMBER NAKED EYE LENS TYPE: GREY VLT: 14% Approx Suitable Environment: Indoor & Outdoor LENS TYPE: LED VLT: 69% Approx Suitable Environment: Indoor LENS TYPE: ANTI-REFLECTIVE VLT: 90% Approx Suitable Environment: Indoor & Outdoor 13
EYE PROTECTION 27.139 (I/O) 27.136 EM18 Wrap Around Safety Spectacle - Grey Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 23g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Sun Glare Coatings: K&N Anti-Scratch & Anti-Fog/ UV 400/ Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FT / Z87+ U6 (Clear) 5-3.1 1FT / Z87+ U6 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT / Z87+ / AS / NZS 1337.1 Shades: Clear, Grey, Blue, Amber, LED, Anti-Reflective, Indoor / Outdoor, Twilight, Shade 3, Shade 5, IRG 27.137 Riley Stream EVO Eco Extremely Comfortable Sustainable All Round Safety Spectacle - Clear Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 23g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Sun Glare Coatings: K&N Anti-Scratch & Anti-Fog / UV 400 / Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 L2.5 / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT/ Z87+ / AS / NZS 1337.1 Shades: Clear, Grey, Blue, Amber, LED, Anti-Reflective, Indoor / Outdoor, Twilight, Shade 3, Shade 5, IRG Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 23g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Sun Glare Coatings: K&N Anti-Scratch & Anti-Fog / UV 400 / Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 L2.5 / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT / Z87+ / AS / NZS 1337.1 Shades: Clear, Grey, Blue, Amber, LED, Anti-Reflective, Indoor / Outdoor, Twilight, Shade 3, Shade 5, IRG Riley Stream Extremely Comfortable All Round Safety Spectacle - Clear 27.160 Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 16.5g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Anti-Scratch + Anti-Fog / UV 400 / Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 L2.5 / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT / Z87+ / AS / NZS 1337.1 Shades: Clear, Grey, Blue Riley Ligera High Impact Resistance Safety Glasses in a Durable Frame - Clear 27.205 27.201 (Grey) 27.202 (I/O) 27.204 (LED) 27.206 (Grey) 27.207 (Blue) 27.135 (Clear) 27.223 (Grey) Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 24g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Solar Radiation Coatings: Arida 400 / UV 400 / Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 L2.5 / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT / Z87+ / AS / NZS 1337.1 Shades: Clear, Grey, Blue, LED Sparta Eco Sporty and Innovative Eyewear with an Integrated TPE Browguard - Clear 27.224 27.225 (Grey) 27.226 (Blue) 27.227 (LED) Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 44g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Liquid Droplets, Airborne Particles Coatings: Tecton 400 / UV 400 / Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN CE/ Z87+ U6 X / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FTKN CE/ Z87+ U6 L2.5 X / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT CE / Z87+ Shades: Clear, Grey, LED Sparta Pro Premium Eyewear with Full Inner Seal - Clear 27.228 27.229 (Grey) 27.230 (LED) Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 34g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Liquid Droplets, Airborne Particles Coatings: Tecton 400 / UV 400 / Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN CE/ Z87+ U6 / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1 BTKN CE/ Z87+ U6 L2.5 / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN166 34 BT CE Z87+ AS/NZS 1337.1 Shades: Clear, Grey Sparta Compact Ultra Light Goggle with Wide FOV - Clear 27.231 27.232 (Grey) Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 16.5g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Tecton 400 / UV 400 / Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN CE/ Z87+ U6 / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FTKN CE/ Z87+ U6 L2.5 / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN166 34 BT CE Z87+ AS/NZS 1337.1 Shades: Clear, Grey, Blue, Amber Ligera KN Super Lightweight Eyewear with KN Rating - Clear 27.233 27.234 (Grey) 27.235 (Blue) 27.236 (Amber) 14
EYE PROTECTION Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 31g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Sun Glare Coatings: K&N Anti-Scratch & Anti-Fog/UV 400/ Moisture repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1BTKN Z87+ U6 (Clear) 5-3.1 1BTKN Z87+ U6 L2.5 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT Z87+ Shades: Clear, Dark Riley Kosma Sport-Style Frame-less Safety Eyewear - Clear Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 26g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Anti-Scratch + Anti-Fog/UV 400/ Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FT / Z87+ U6 / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FT / Z87+ U6 L2.5 / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT / Z87+ Shades: Clear, Grey, Indoor/Outdoor 27.165 Riley Velia Wide FOV Safety Goggle with Impact Resistant Lens - Clear Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 84g Protection Against: Impacts, Liquid Droplets, Molten Metal, Airborne Particles Coatings: K&N Anti-Scratch & Anti-Fog/UV 400/ Moisture repellent Lens Marking: 2C -1.2 1BT9KN Z87+ U6 (Clear) 3.1 BT9KN / Z87+ W3 / I3 (Shade 3) 5.1 BT9KN / Z87+ W3 (Shade 5) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT / Z87+ Shades: Clear, Grey, Amber, REVO, Polarized 27.210 Riley Quadro Wrap Around Sealed Safety Spectacle Available with Headband Option - Clear Riley Navigator Classic Style Frame Safety Spectacles - Clear Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 50g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Tecton 400/ UV4 00/ Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 L2.5 / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT / Z87+ Shades: Clear, Grey, Polarized, Fire REVO, Ice REVO, Antique REVO 27.163 Riley Cypher Safety Eyewear with a Sleek Streamlined Design & Multiple Lens Variants - Clear Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 22g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Anti-Scratch + Anti-Fog/UV 400/ Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN / Z87+ U6/ IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 L2.5/ I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN166 FT Z87+ / AS/ NZS 1337.1 Shades: Clear, Grey, Blue, LED, Twilight, REVO, Polarised Riley Tilla Single Piece Polycarbonate Frame Suitable For Over-Spectacle Use - Clear Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 44g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Anti-Scratch + Anti-Fog/UV 400/ Moisture-Repellent Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 / IO 0 (Clear) 5-2.5 1FTKN / Z87+ U6 L2.5 / I 2 (Dark) Frame Marking: EN 166 FT / Z87+ Shades: Clear, Grey Riley Reon Adjustable Face Shield Rated For High Energy Impacts Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 360g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Molten Metal Splash Coatings: Anti-Fog Visor Marking: 2C-1.2 1AT 9 (Clear) 3.1 B 9 (Shade 3) 5.1 B 9 I 3 (Shade 5) Browguard Marking: EN 166 39AT Shades: Clear, Shade 3, Shade 5 27.162 27.138 27.222 Portwest PW96 Face Shield Rated For High Energy Impacts Lens Material: Polycarbonate Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Molten Metal Splash Coatings: Anti-Fog Visor Marking: EN 166 (1 BT 3 9) ANSI/ ISEA Z87 + Shades: Clear 27.221 27.208 27.209 (Grey) 27.211 (Grey) 27.212 (Shade 3) 27.213 (Grey) 27.217 (Grey) 27.218 (LED) 27.219 (Grey) 15
EYE PROTECTION • Upload an existing or new prescription in seconds • Receive the chosen glasses in 7-10 days from the Riley Laboratory • A full transparent tracking service from start to finish • Invoiced by your usual PPE Supplier The Riley Prescription Service is a convenient and efficient way to obtain your team’s prescription eyewear. It is the ideal solution for Health and Safety Managers, HR, and Occupational Health to manage the prescription eyewear requirements of the whole business. It is easy to use and provides full traceability. THE COMPLETE PRESCRIPTION SAFETY EYEWEAR SOLUTION The Riley® performance eyewear range incorporates a full portfolio of Sports, Classic and VDU prescription models, all expertly manufactured and delivered efficiently. Our Safety Prescription Glasses • Polycarbonate as standard. Our lenses are 10 times more impact-resistant than plastic or glass lenses (EN166 - Grade F) • Increased range of +/- 12.00 on R104 & R106 frames. Only available in CR39 & polycarbonate • Class 1 optical quality • 98% protection from the sun’s harmful UV rays Our VDU (Non-safety) Range of Eyewear • Three lens options available: Single Vision, Bifocal, or Varifocal & CR39 NAVIGATOR™ CYPHER 101 SPORT COLLECTION CLASSIC COLLECTION VDU COLLECTION Riley RX is an innovative eyewear solution incorporating advanced safety eyewear and VDU spectacles along with innovative prescription services. Wearers get great fitting eyewear which not only protects from hazards, but enables them to wear prescription lenses without having to wear additional safety goggles over the top. Four lens options are also available CR39, Trivex, glass, and VISION EASE® impact and scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses with a complete range of lens types including single-vision, bifocal, and varifocal. Bifocal and varifocal options are created using state-of-the-art Digital Inner Surface Technology, which compared to traditional production methods, results in enhanced vision clarity and wearer comfort. All Riley® RX lenses are expertly manufactured in-house by highly experienced optical technicians in facilities certified to ISO 9001. 16
EYE PROTECTION UNIVET Coatings and Technology Vanguard PLUS Advanced double-sided coating provides anti-fog protection from 40 seconds (5 times the EN 166 requirements) and anti-scratch protection (twice the EN 166 requirements) on both sides of the lens. Vanguard UDC Double coating with enhanced scratch protection on the outside and anti-fog on the inside of the lens (with an infinite number of anti-fog cycles). Soft Pad Technology for distributing pressure and weight around the head circumference and stability of the goggles during use allows them to be used for different face types due to adjustable length and angle of the temples in three directions by 9 different positions, as well as due to soft nose pad. Pads on the temples are made of non-slip thermoplastic rubber and are applied by ultrasonic welding. Univet Eye and Face Protection represents: • Perfect protection and safety • Quality of materials and comfort of design • Lightweight and perfect fit • Functional industrial design • Compatible with PPE by any manufacturer • Compliance with international and Russian standards UNIVET The Italian company UNIVET is one of the top ten manufacturers of personal eye and face protection in the world. In addition to high-quality goggles for protection against mechanical damage and exposure to non-ionizing radiation, the range includes a wide range of personal protective equipment against laser, UV, and IR radiation of different spectra, glasses with binocular lenses, safety corrective glasses, goggles with augmented reality, medical eye protective equipment, goggles for clean rooms in the pharmaceutical industry and microelectronics, and other unique solutions. The quality of Univet products is based on 25+ years of experience in the production of goggles that provide maximum performance and perfect fit to the face, also when used in combination with other personal protective equipment. Univet's laboratory and R&D are permanently creating new products, testing new materials, innovative technologies and lens coatings that provide superior performance. Many years of expertise in the production of prescription glasses allow us to produce high-quality lenses for protective optics. Protection against Scratches and Anti-Fog Scratch Resistance Anti-fog protection 17
EYE PROTECTION Univet 5X1 Premium Safety Spectacle Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 28g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations, Sun Glare Coatings: Anti-Scratch + Anti-Fog (KN - Vanguard PLUS) and UV400 Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 U 1 FT K N CE (Clear) 2C-3/5-3.1 U 1 FT K N CE (Solar) Frame Marking: 5X1 U 166 FT U 175-F Shades: Clear Plus, Solar Univet 506U The Ideal Safety Spectacle Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 24g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Anti-Scratch + Anti-Fog (KN - Vanguard PLUS) and UV400 Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 U 1 FT K N CE (Clear) Frame Marking: 506U U 166 FT CE Shades: Clear Plus Univet 505U All Round Safety Spectacle Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 20g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Anti-Scratch, Anti-Fog and UV380 Lens Marking: 2C-1.2 U 1 FT CE (Clear) Frame Marking: 505U U 166 FT CE Shades: Clear Plus Univet 546 Stylish Safety Spectacle Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 30g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Anti-Scratch, Anti-Fog and UV380 Lens Marking: 2C-3/5-3.1 U 1 FT CE Frame Marking: 546U 166 FT CE Shades: Clear Plus, Solar Univet 6X3 Sealed Protective Goggle Lens Material: Polycarbonate Weight: 30g Protection Against: Impacts, UV Radiations Coatings: Anti-Scratch + Anti-Fog (KN - Vanguard ULTRA) and UV400 Lens Marking: 2C-3/5-3.1 U 1 BT 9 KN CE Frame Marking: U EN166 3 4 9 BT CE Shades: Clear Ultra, Solar 14.351 14.342 14.345 14.339 14.337 18
EYE PROTECTION Shine products have obtained CE, ANSI, CSA, AS/NZA, NIOSH and other related International Authoritative Certifications. 19
EYE PROTECTION THE IMPORTANCE OF RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Workplace health hazards are a major concern for both employers and employees. It is critical to remember, however, that hazardous materials only pose a health risk when they come into contact with your body. Hazardous materials can enter your body in three ways: 1. INGESTION - THROUGH THE MOUTH 2. ABSORPTION - THROUGH THE SKIN, EYES 3. INHALATION - THROUGH THE LUNGS INHALATION is the most common route of exposure to the majority of health hazards. This includes breathing in dust, oil mist, and vapors from solvents and various gases. When you take a breath, oxygen-rich air enters your body via the mouth and nose, windpipe, and lungs. ALVEOLI are tiny sacs found in the lungs. The oxygen from the air is then transferred into your bloodstream by these delicate air sacs. Simultaneously, oxygen is absorbed into your bloodstream to your air sacs. When you exhale, you are removing gaseous waste from your body. An average person will breathe in and out 12 times per minute. Each inhalation brings about 500ml of air into the lungs (corresponding to 6 litres of air per minute at rest), together with any contaminants that this air contains. People undertaking hard physical work will breathe harder and take in more than 6 litres per minute, over an eight-hour working day, more than 2800 litres of air will pass through the lungs. In conditions of hard physical work, up to 10000 litres may be exchanged during the course of an eight-hour work shift. IT’S BETTER TO BE SAFETY CONSCIOUS THAN UNSAFE AND UNCONSCIOUS Everyone has a responsibility to work safely and endanger themselves or others at work. Welding, cutting, and other processes pose numerous occupational hazards to welders and others. A hazard is something that has the potential to cause injury or harm to one’s health. The risk of injury or damage to one’s health is determined by how hazards are dealt with or controlled. Electricity, radiation, heat, flames, fire, explosion, noise, welding fumes, fuel gases, inert gases, gas mixtures, and solvents are the most common welding-related hazards encountered by welders and allied trades. Awareness is the first step in controlling hazards. Investing in the right personal protective equipment creates a healthier, safer, and more productive workplace. Health Effects of Breathing Welding Fume • Acute exposure to welding fumes and gases can irritate the eyes, nose, and throat, as well as dizziness and nausea. Workers in the area who exhibit these symptoms should leave immediately, get some fresh air, and seek medical attention • Prolonged exposure to welding fumes can cause lung damage as well as cancers of the larynx and urinary tract. • Metal fume fever, stomach ulcers, kidney damage, and nervous system damage are all potential side effects of certain fumes. Prolonged exposure to manganese fumes can result in Parkinson’s disease-like symptoms. • Helium, argon, and carbon dioxide displace oxygen in the air, which can cause suffocation, especially when welding in confined or enclosed spaces. Carbon monoxide gas can form, posing a significant asphyxiation risk. Metal Fumes Fumes are very tiny solid particles that remain airborne and are formed when a heated metal has evaporated in the air and then condensed back to a solid form. Gases Gases may have an odor, but many do not. Some gases can be seen, but again, others cannot. Gases may be heavier than air, or lighter than air, but in either case, can travel for great distances undetected. Vapours Vapours are substances that are created when a solid or liquid material evaporates. Materials that evaporate easily at room temperature include paint thinner or solvents. Mist Tiny liquid droplets generated by condensation or by breaking up a liquid into the dispersed state, in processes such as spraying. Dust Are polydisperse solid aerosols*, generated during processing of organic and inorganic substances. Solid particles can be mineral, metal, coal, wood, or crop dust, as well as fibers. They are usually heavy enough to settle slowly to the ground. • Thoroughly understand the hazards associated with welding. • Clean welding surfaces regularly to remove coatings that could potentially result in toxic exposure levels. • Stay upwind of welding fumes when working in open or outdoor areas. Be aware, however, that working outdoors or an open work environment doesn’t guarantee safe ventilation. • Use local exhaust ventilation systems for indoor welding. Be sure to keep exhaust ports away from other workers. • Never weld in a confined space that doesn’t have ventilation. • Wear respiratory protection if ventilation and work practices don’t adequately reduce welding fume exposure to safe levels. • Call in an expert for professional advice regarding the use of the correct type of filtering. REDUCE EXPOSURE TO HAZARDS 20
EYE PROTECTION WELDER’S FLASH (ARC EYE) “Welder’s Flash” is another name for photokeratitis, a painful eye condition that can happen when unprotected eyes are exposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays. Welder’s flash refers to this condition when it is caused by UV rays from a welding torch. It can feel like having a “sunburn” on the eyes. Photokeratitis is also often called arc eye, flash burn, ultraviolet keratitis, and now blindness. WELDER’S FLASH CAUSES ANATOMY OF THE EYE • As the name implies, welders are at risk for photokeratitis when their eyes are exposed to bright flashes or “arcs” of UV radiation while welding. This type of corneal welding injury is also known as “Arc Eye” and “Flash Burn”. • Photokeratitis is caused by your unprotected eyes being exposed to ultraviolet rays. UV exposure damages the epithelium, which is the thin, outer layer of the cornea of your eye. The cornea is the eye’s clear front surface that allows light to enter the eye for vision. The epithelium layer helps spread tear film to keep your eyes moist and maintain good eye health. • When UV exposure damages corneal cells, the cells slough off, leaving corneal nerves beneath exposed and damaged. When a welder’s unprotected eyes are exposed to UV radiation of the welding torch, the resulting “welder’s flash” feels much like a sunburn but even more painful. • But photokeratitis doesn’t affect welders alone. For example, if you’re not wearing protective sunglasses, your eyes are at risk in bright, outdoor setting like snow or water. Your eyes are also at risk in some indoor settings when there are certain types of broken high-intensity bulbs WELDER’S FLASH SYMPTOMS • Symptoms of welder’s flash can show up as early as 30 minutes after UV exposure. However, it can take up to 12 hours for a welder’s flash symptoms to occur. • The most common symptom of welder’s flash is intense pain in the affected eye. You may have pain in both eyes. If each was damaged by UV rays. Welder’s flash can also cause photophobia (light sensitivity), causing headaches and eye discomfort. This medical eye condition can also make you feel like you have dirt or debris in your eye when you don’t. SYMPTOMS OF WELDER’S FLASH INCLUDE: 1 2 3 4 TEARING REDNESS ON THE FACE EYELID REDNESS DECREASED VISION WELDER’S FLASH TREATMENT After examining your eyes, an eye doctor can suggest treatment to help the cornea heal faster. Treatments may include applying a topical antibiotic ointment that prevents bacterial infection. Your eye doctor may suggest applying the ointment throughout the day over the next two or three days. The doctor might also recommend using artificial tears and taking oral pain medication to help with eye discomfort HOW TO PREVENT WELDER’S FLASH • If you’re a welder, wear a protective welding helmet while welding to guard against arc UV light. Welders need to ensure they’re not only using the right protective gear but that it is wellmaintained and functions properly. Welders should regularly inspect their protective masks and replace parts as needed. Even small scratches in the kens could allow the welder’s eyes to be exposed to UV rays. The equipment works in blocking UV light but only if it is not scratched or damaged, so the lens needs to be regularly inspected. • There are many cases of eye injuries in workplaces. Several of them often related to radiation and light. But taking an injury lightly leads to severe consequences. Even if you know how to treat an Arc-eye, it is necessary to get treatment from experts and follow their advice. PROPER PRECAUTION 1. Safety Goggles Wearing safety goggles while dealing with bright light sources. This will decrease the risk of eyes being penetrated with harmful rays. 2. Welding Mask Wear a Welding mask while handling the welding machine. This is a necessary step for welders to prevent Arc eye and other hazards 3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Always maintain wearing personal protective equipment (PPE). This is necessary to follow in workplaces where people have to deal with hazardous lights and instruments. 21
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