Top 5 Prescription safety glasses Myths Banished

We tend to receive health advice from the internet, TV and friends etc. But how authentic is the information? We hardly cross-verify. But it is always important to blow off misconceptions when it is related to your health, especially when we talk about vision. 

Eyes are the vital organ of the body; taking care of it is a sign of healthy habit but ensuring it’s safety with protective eyewear is equally necessary.

When it comes to wearing prescription safety glasses, there are bundles of myths attached to it.

Let’s look at the top 5 myths that need to be debunked.

1. PRESCRIPTION SAFETY GLASSES can hurt eye vision

   There is a misconception among people that looking through a plastic (polycarbonate) lens all day on the job can damage eyesight. It is the most common wrong notion among people. Safety eyewear cannot harm your vision. However, it may cause some discomfort, but there are several factors attached to it. 

   
   

   One of the most common reasons for eye discomfort is eye fatigue and headaches. Wearing wrong safety eyewear could be a source of eye fatigue.

   Reasons - Ill fitted eyewear- The primary reason behind most of the eye discomfort is wearing wrong safety eyewear. Some companies invest in the same safety eyewear for all employees, but that is the biggest mistake, one size doesn’t fit all. This can lead to bigger eye problems in the future. 
   - Wrong tinted eyewear- Another primary reason that could lead to strain eye is buying misfit tinted safety eyewear. The working condition of one job differs from another. Some would require indoor work, other outdoor or high precision work. 
   
   

   Different tinted lens solves different purposes- For instance, brown glass is for all-around vision and glare reduction. In contrast, the yellow lens is ideal for low-light conditions such as cloudy or overcast days. The grey lens blocks the harsh light of the sun without hampering the vision. 
   Unclear lenses- Wearing low-quality safety eyewear may induce strain on eyes, dryness and headache. Glasses which appear cloudy or have tiny distortion means they are of low quality. Prescription safety glasses of good quality are free from all imperfections. Scratched lenses- Scratched polycarbonate lenses can create problems in visibility and further lead to eyestrain and heavy head. It is essential to clean glasses properly and keep it in proper storage. No matter how lenses get scratch marks , it is good to replace once it scratched.

   
   
2. Reading glasses can work as prescription safety glasses
   No matter how thick shield you add to your regular prescription glasses, it cannot prevent you from workplace hazards like PRESCRIPTION SAFETY GLASSES. The safety eyewear is made of tough polycarbonate or trivex lenses that are of superior quality and meets the ANSI standards.
   An industry worker is vulnerable to several eye injuries in the workplace – for instance – flying sawdust, splashing of chemicals etc. A high impact resistance eyewear with full coverage is a crucial safety gear to prevent oneself from workplace hazards. It is also advisable to invest in prescription safety glasses considering hazard exposure.
3. Tinted lenses protect eyes from UV Rays
   There is a vast misconception that tinted lenses are used to protect eyes from harsh sunlight, the fact is standard prescription safety glasses have enough layers of filters to protect eyes against UV rays. The real job of tinted lenses is to increase comfort and provide clear visibility. The standardised polycarbonate and trivex lenses do an outstanding job to block the harsh UV rays and are highly impact-resistant. Moreover, permanent tinted filters can be pasted on these lenses to provide clear visibility in different light conditions.
4. Safety eyewear is unattractive
   
   Long gone are the days where big PRESCRIPTION SAFETY GLASSES made one look like an alien. Modern safety eyewear is trendy, light and comfortable to carry day long. You can get a plethora of stylish safety eyewear options at CA Glasses. The safety eyewear broadly comes in two style wraparounds and other regular glass styles, however, there are various designs and colour options available at our online store.
   
5. Majority of eye injuries take place in the work zone, so it’s ok not to wear safety eyewear elsewhere. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, about 40% of injuries occur at home while doing home repairs, yard work, cleaning and cooking. Nearly 125,000 injuries were caused by chemical bleach in the house found in cleaning products. Around 78% of people who suffered injuries were not wearing safety eyewear. More than 40% of eye injuries every year are suffered due to sports or recreational activities. Wearing protective eye shields while doing home cleaning or repair can reduce severe eye injuries.

Summary!

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