Eye injuries are one of the most common injuries that occur in the workplace. Eye injuries are also one of the easiest hazards to prevent.

Q: Who has to use eye protection?

A: Employees who are exposed to hazards that could injure their eyes must use eye protection.

Regulation & Policy

• WAC 296-800-16050   Eye Protection Rules - Safety and Health Core Rules

Industry Specific Rules

• WAC 296-800-10010 - Farms and other agricultural work
• WAC 296-155-215 - Construction work
• WAC 296-305-02003 - Fire Departments
• WAC 296-54-51120 - Logging
• WAC 296-304-09005 - Shipyard work
• WAC 296-56-60109 - Longshore and Stevedore work
• WAC 296-59-050 - Ski areas

Resources

• Corrosive Liquids Splash Investigation Story
• Eye Protection Training Kit.
• Eye Protection Online Training Course.
• Emergency Eyewashing Equipment.
• Nail Gun Safety - A Guide for Construction Contractors.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guide (4,006 KB PDF / 22 min) - This guide will help you determine if employees need to use eye protection and provides assistance in choosing the right kind of eye protection to use. This guide book is designed to be used by supervisors, lead workers, managers, employers, and anyone responsible for the safety and health of employees.

How can I get help from L&I?

• To request a confidential workplace safety or health consultation, call or visit http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/Basics/Assistance/Consultation/about.asp for no charge technical assistance.
• For help with controlling your claims costs, call or visit http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/Basics/Assistance/Consultation/riskmanagement.asp for a no charge risk management consultation.
• Find information about filing a workplace safety & health complaint you may call or visit a local L&I office to file a complaint.
• Follow guidance in Steps To a Safe Workplace to create your safety program from scratch.
• For general information, call 1-800-423-7233.