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Your eyes are just as vulnerable to UV damage as your skin — and the effects can be permanent.

Why It Matters:

Long-term UV exposure can cause cataracts, vision loss, and painful eye conditions like photokeratitis (sunburn of the eye). Protecting your eyes is critical when working outdoors.

Key Points:

• Always wear safety glasses or goggles with 99–100% UV protection.
• Use wraparound styles to block light from the sides.
• Choose shaded or tinted lenses designed for outdoor use — not fashion sunglasses.
• Don’t rely on cloudy weather — UV rays still penetrate through clouds.
• If you’re welding or using torches, use rated shields and filters to prevent eye injury from intense UV and IR exposure.

✅ Eye protection isn’t optional — it’s essential for long-term vision health.

Ask the Crew:

• Are your safety glasses UV-rated?
• Do we need to replace or upgrade any eyewear today?

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