I require grade B impact protection, but I am unable to find any safety spectacles to that requirement, can you help?

The European Standard does not allow for safety spectacles to be tested and certified for grade B impact resistance....

What does ‘optical class 1’ mean?

Optical class refers to the quality of the lens and is categorised as 1, 2, or 3. Tests are...

Can I wear safety spectacles when using a staple gun (speed 100m/s), the leaflet with it says wear eye protection?

No. Eye protection for this situation must be Medium Energy – EN 166 B. Goggles to this specification will...

I have got a lot of work to do outside, why can't I just wear my normal sunglasses?

Normal sunglasses are only intended to offer filtering protection and will not offer any protection against impact. The optical...

Which lenses are scratch-resistant?

Scratch-resistant lenses are marked ‘K’, meaning they pass an optional test for resistance to surface damage by fine particles...

I have to carry out some work on an old electrical installation, can I wear my normal spectacles?

If power is running to the installation and it is being worked on live, there is a danger of...

How do I clean my safety glasses?

Which products provide UV protection?

Eye protectors with shade markings beginning 2-, 2C-, 3-, or 5- provide certified protection against UV radiation.  Lenses beginning...