Celebrate Vision Health Month: Prioritize Eye Safety in Metal Manufacturing

May is Vision Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of eye health. At Hansen Industries, we understand the critical need to protect our vision, especially in industries like sheet metal, machining, and tool and die manufacturing. These fields come with unique risks that can pose serious threats to eye safety. This month, we’re emphasizing the importance of eye protection and providing tips to keep your vision secure.

The Risks to Eye Health

Working in metal manufacturing involves various processes such as cutting, welding, grinding, drilling, and turning. Each of these activities can present significant dangers to your eyes, including:

• Flying Debris: Small metal fragments and particles can easily become airborne, posing a risk of eye injury.
• Chemical Exposure: Using certain lubricants, coolants, and cleaning agents can lead to chemical splashes that damage your eyes.
• Radiation from Welding: Exposure to UV and infrared radiation during welding can cause severe eye conditions like photokeratitis, also known as "welder’s flash."

Essential Eye Safety Practices

1. Wear Proper Protective Eyewear: Use safety goggles or face shields designed to protect against flying debris and chemical splashes. Ensure they meet industry standards.
2. Use Welding Helmets with the Right Shading: For welding tasks, always wear a helmet with the correct shade to shield your eyes from harmful radiation.
3. Maintain a Clean Work Environment: Keeping your workspace clean and free of debris reduces the risk of eye injuries from unexpected flying particles.
4. Regular Eye Examinations: Schedule eye exams regularly to monitor your vision health and detect any potential issues early. Early detection of vision problems can prevent minor issues from becoming serious threats to your eye health.
5. Comprehensive Training: Ensure all team members are trained in eye safety protocols and the proper use of protective equipment.

Our Commitment to Eye Safety

At Hansen Industries, we prioritize creating a safe working environment for all our employees. We provide state-of-the-art protective gear and continuous training to ensure everyone understands the importance of eye safety and knows how to protect themselves effectively.

Eye Exams and Health Benefits

Understanding the importance of regular eye examinations, we are proud to include coverage for eye exams in our extended health benefits package. This Vision Health Month, we encourage all our employees to take advantage of this benefit. Regular eye exams are crucial for maintaining overall eye health and ensuring that any issues are addressed promptly.

This Vision Health Month, we urge everyone in the sheet metal, machining, and tool and die manufacturing industries to take proactive steps in safeguarding their vision. Your eyes are invaluable – protect them so you can continue to perform your work with precision and safety.

Join us in making Vision Health Month a reminder to keep eye safety at the forefront of our industry practices. Together, we can maintain a safer work environment for all.

Stay safe, and keep your vision clear!