1.1
This Standard applies to eye and face protectors used in all occupational and
educational operations or processes involving hazards to the eyes or face.
Typical hazards include flying objects and particles, splashing liquids, molten
metal, and ultraviolet, visible, and infrared radiations, but do not include
X-rays, gamma rays, high-energy particulate radiation, radioactive materials,
lasers, or masers. Note: It is recommended that the guidelines for protection outlined in Appendix
D be followed when similar potentially hazardous activities in the home,
leisure, and recreational environments are engaged in. For certain sports
activities, other Standards should be consulted, eg, CSA Standards P400 for
racquet sports ond CAN/CSA-Z262.2 for ice hockey. 1.2
This Standard sets minimum performance requirements in the tests described
herein, but does not cover other factors of design such as comfort, service
life, or appearance. Note: The conformance of protectors with these requirements does not imply
equality of their performance nor should it be interpreted to mean that
protectors are capable of affording greater protection than is specified in
this Standard. 1.3
Although not covered by this Standard, eye protectors are available that
significantly exceed the impact resistance requirements of this Standard. For
reference, a high-speed impact test is included in Appendix C. 1.4
In this Standard, the use of the word "shall" indicates a mandatory
requirement. The word "should" indicates a recommendation. 1.5
The values given in Sl (metric) units are the standard. The values given in
parentheses are for information only.