EYE SAFETY AT WORK
"EVERY DAY 700 CANADIAN WORKERS WILL SUFFER AN EYE INJURY AT WORK."
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An eye injury is an expensive event for any employer that can be composed of:
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THE FINESFines were raised in 2017 under Bill 177 (Stronger, Fairer Ontario Act). Failure to copy wth OHSA and its regulations is an offence which carries the following:
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The obvious answer is to wear the right protective equipment when at work (even at home). Products include CSA approved safety glasses, goggles, and face shields each available in designs for different applications such as working in bright light, with chemicals or welding.
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Choose equipment that is built to last and comfortable to wear. Strength and comfort are key. We've all worn cheap safety glasses that fog up so you can't see when working - perhaps posing a greater hazard. True anti-fog eye protection and scratch resistance is now available, many advances have been made in technology and design.
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SupervisorsYou must ensure workers are wearing the PPE provided to them and that it is in good working order.
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WorkersYou have a legal responsibility to wear the PPE provided to you. You must also:
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