Eye Safety in the Workplace

Eyesight is one of the most important senses, thus it is crucial for employers to reduce the risk of eye injuries and protect their eyes. There are accidents which cause serious eye injuries leading to vision loss or blindness and whilst most injuries are minor, almost all cases in Australia each year are preventable.

A wide range of occupations require safety eyewear, workers at risk include those who work with chemicals, mechanical equipment, bright and ultraviolet light, in dusty environments or with tools which cause particles to become airborne, like grinders and sanders.

To keep Australian workers safe IOAC Optical provide to the following industries – click on each link to find out more:

All IOAC Optical Prescription Safety Eyewear is made to Australian and New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1337.6 of Personal Eye Protection. IOAC Optical ensure that the type of eyewear that is provided is the most appropriate for the given job, giving full acuity in vision, fitting securely with distortion-free lenses.