Polarised safety glasses are designed to reduce glare and improve visibility in bright light conditions. They work by using a special polycarbonate lens that filters out certain types of light waves, which can cause glare and distort vision. This can be particularly helpful in outdoor environments, where glare from the sun or other reflective surfaces are deemed a hazard.
How do polarised safety glasses work?
Polarised safety glasses, aside from using polycarbonate lenses, also use a special laminate film with tiny vertical stripes which only allows vertically angled light to enter the wearers eyes. This helps to reduce glare and improve visibility in bright light conditions as the horizontal light waves cannot bypass the vertical filter. Polarised lenses can block up to 99.9% of harmful UVA and UVB light rays as well increasing colour contrast and visual comfort.
Who can benefit from wearing polarised safety glasses?
There are many people who can benefit from wearing polarised safety glasses, including those who work in outdoor environments and those who engage in outdoor activities. Some examples include:
- Construction workers
- Roofers
- Truck drivers
- Landscapers
- Fishermen
- Boaters
- Skiers
Polarised safety glasses offer several benefits, including:
- Clearer vision, especially in bright light
- Increased contrast and minimal colour distortion
- Reduced glare and reflection.
- Reduced eyestrain.
- Fisherman can often see under the surface of water, which helps them to see fish or other objects.
It's important to note that polarised safety glasses should not be used as a replacement for proper eye protection in high-risk situations. They should not be worn while staring directly at the sun, and you should always take precautions to protect your eyes from harmful UV light. The sun is still capable of doing damage to your eyes, even when it’s not bright outside.
When shopping for polarised safety glasses, be sure to consider the appearance and choose a pair that meets your needs. For a complete range of eye protection, check out Southland's range of safety glasses at https://www.southland.com.au/personal-protective-equipment/eye-protection.
