Eye injury


Problem:

Workers who construct and remove sidewalk forms may face hazards from eye injury.


Risk Description:

Welding and plasma, air-arc and flame cutting metal may expose workers to eye hazards that may include:

  • Eye penetration injury from grinding or chipping welds.
  • Thermal burns
  • Radiation injury to the eyes
     

Assessment Info:

Assessment of eye injuries should be an integral part of the site safety planning process.  For example, for any given construction work activity, consider whether you need eye protection and if you have the appropriate shade number for certain welding and burning tasks.