They say nothing is forever and this is certainly true for safety glasses! Over time safety specs break or develop other issues which reduce their effectiveness and protection level.
How Long Do Safety Glasses Generally Last?
Regular safety glasses shouldn’t be worn for more than 3 years at the absolute maximum. Most safety glasses won’t even make it that far, but expensive types such as prescription specs, may get to 3 years and they should then be replaced. If you have prescription safety glasses, your optician will probably request an eye check every couple of years which might require a new pair to accommodate a new prescription. If you are looking at buying prescription safety glasses, you should make sure you get a new eye test rather than using an old prescription.
It’s highly important to conduct regular checks on your protective glasses to assess their condition, especially if you happen to work in an environment where they regularly come in contact with dust or chemicals.
What are the signs that it's time to replace your safety glasses?
- There Are Some Sizable Scratches on Your Specs
- Your Vision is Blurry When You Wear Them
- Your Safety Glasses Are Outdated
- Your Glasses Just Can’t Seem to Stay Clean
- You Find Yourself Squinting
Safety glasses are an important part of many people’s everyday safety. In fact, lots of people would be at a loss without them, and plenty of jobs would suffer without them as well. However, be it work, hobbies or simple home re-modelling, it’s vital to know what to do when your safety glasses are nearing their end.
Do you have any questions about safety glasses? Or do you need help buying a new pair of safety glasses for recreational activities or for your work? Don’t hesitate to one of Southland’s representatives today. We are happy to introduce you to a wide selection of safety glasses that we have to offer, whether you need radiation protection, laser protection, or protection for any other purpose. In addition to this, we have partnered to the leading suppliers of safety glasses across Australia like Bolle Safety, Uvex, Maxisafe, ProChoice and more. So, rest assured that you’ll find the perfect fit for you.