Don't forget safety glasses

yukon cornelius · October 30, 2016, 07:22:01 PM

Or you will look like this. My table saw through a hunk at me. I ordered a nice set of glasses I will just start wearing all the time. I had a matching eye on the other side from a limb smacking it a few weeks ago. I am Blessed that it isn't worse.

POSTON WIDEHEAD · October 30, 2016, 07:45:51 PM

Hope you heal soon......now......what really happened? ;D

dustyhat · October 30, 2016, 08:31:12 PM

Lucky,lucky.

WV Sawmiller · October 30, 2016, 09:01:45 PM

YC,

Glad it is not worse and thanks for the reminder.

Admins,

Looks like a prime candidate thread to relocate to the Health and Safety category don't you think?

John Mc · October 30, 2016, 09:55:51 PM

I'm glad you can still see... and that you have decided to start wearing safety glasses.

I remember years ago, a few weeks after I started as a shift supervisor in a manufacturing plant, a guy showed up to work that I had never met before. Turns out he had worked there for about 20 years. He was grinding the flash off a butt-weld on some steel wire, and a piece got in his eye. He had been off work waiting for it to heal up enough to return. A couple days later, I walked out to find him grinding with his safety glasses up on top of his head. HE said "I've been doing this for 20 years, I know what I'm doing and I'm careful. I pointed out that apparently that wasn't the case 100% of the time. We had a nice "discussion" about the rules, and I asked him if he was looking forward to being able to read bedtime stories to his new grandchild, and watch him play baseball when he got older.

Magicman · October 30, 2016, 10:08:25 PM

It is well known here on the FF that I always wear my safety gear. Since something is gradually happening to the Setworks display and sawmill height scale making them more difficult to see I recently ordered and am using these: Yellow Bifocal Safety Glasses

Ljohnsaw · October 30, 2016, 11:07:19 PM

Quote from: Magicman on October 30, 2016, 10:08:25 PM
It is well known here on the FF that I always wear my safety gear. Since something is gradually happening to the Setworks display and sawmill height scale making them more difficult to see I recently ordered and am using these: Yellow Bifocal Safety Glasses

Hmm, I like those but only +1.50. I'll have to search around more. I need something like 2.25 or 2.5 to be able to see :-\

LeeB · October 30, 2016, 11:14:09 PM

Check Valen safety supply. I order them 10 pair at a time. A little pricey but cheaper than a seeing eye dog.
And of course, Amazon has everything these days.
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_3_18?url=search-alias%3Dtools&field-keywords=bifocal+safety+glasses&sprefix=bifocal+safety+gla%2Caps%2C2028&crid=S5HC0P9M5LLR

sandsawmill14 · October 30, 2016, 11:18:37 PM

glad that it wasnt a little lower

stay safe and watch what you say to ms yukon next time ;D

yukon cornelius · October 31, 2016, 12:19:38 AM

:D my wife told me once :D :D i knew better than to not wear them or to not clear the loose pieces so i carry the blame ;)

sandsawmill14 · October 31, 2016, 12:23:20 AM

just be glad you were lucky

hope you heal soon

Roxie · October 31, 2016, 06:55:54 AM

Yukon, one day Cowboy Bob came home with an injury identical to the one you're sporting there. He claimed it happened while he was loading a sheep, which isn't generally something one thinks will require protective eye wear. My only question was if there were witnesses to this event. I just had to wonder how someone could get a sheep to be that angry. :D

I hope you heal quickly.

Raider Bill · October 31, 2016, 08:42:34 AM

Quote from: Magicman on October 30, 2016, 10:08:25 PM
It is well known here on the FF that I always wear my safety gear. Since something is gradually happening to the Setworks display and sawmill height scale making them more difficult to see I recently ordered and am using these: Yellow Bifocal Safety Glasses

I started wearing yellow lens at night while riding the bike. Makes a big difference in glare and being able to see better.

1.50 for a youngster your age is pretty DanG good. Must have eaten your share of carrots.

John Mc · October 31, 2016, 08:51:41 AM

Quote from: Magicman on October 30, 2016, 10:08:25 PM
It is well known here on the FF that I always wear my safety gear. Since something is gradually happening to the Setworks display and sawmill height scale making them more difficult to see I recently ordered and am using these: Yellow Bifocal Safety Glasses

My local hardware store occasionally stocks something similar in a clear lens. I've found them very helpful. On a good day, I can see well enough to sharpen my chain without glasses, but those good days are becoming fewer and further between.

Bruno of NH · October 31, 2016, 09:38:08 AM

I wear glasses and all my work ones have safety lenses .
I took a knot in the chest once off a contractor table saw cut me open pretty good .
We all need to work safe

AlaskaLes · October 31, 2016, 02:01:18 PM

In my past life of custom welding and steel fabrication, I had 3 different incidents where I was wearing either safety glasses or a full face shield and still had something find it's way into my eye.
All 3 required visits to the optometrist so he could grind the offending particle out.
I practically LIVE with safety glasses on.
My favorite kind is the UVEX Genesis. They are very comfy, wrap around the sides, and the lenses are replaceable.
I can usually get about 4-6 lens changes before the frame is junk.
They also come in clear, yellow, sunglasses and oxy-welding lenses.

Personally, I cringe and then think about mentioning stupidity whenever I see someone doing any cutting or fabrication without safety glasses.

I'm with Magicman...I ALWAYS wear my protective gear!!

MrMoo · October 31, 2016, 05:51:18 PM

When I run my table saw I always wear a face shield I feel it is better protection than the just glasses.

brianb88 · October 31, 2016, 05:59:50 PM

I work in the electrical industry (substation work for TVA) and the contractor I work for has strict safety regulations. Safety glasses have become such a part of our everyday routine that it has become as common as having a pocket knife in my pocket. I feel naked without either one. I wear http://www.ebay.com/itm/Crossfire-2117-HD-Safety-Glasses-Infinity-Brown-Frame-Brown-Mirror-Lens-6-Pack/281874654049?_trksid=p2141725.c100338.m3726&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20150313114020%26meid%3Df6a824357817466cb033edfbd236a74c%26pid%3D100338%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D30%26sd%3D281874671689

They are very durable, comfortable and relatively inexpensive. I now wear them as sunglasses because of the comfort and the lense clarity. Not to mention they look pretty good.

red · October 31, 2016, 06:57:24 PM

You can glue small magnets to the side of safety glasses and they can hang on outside of toolboxes . This way they are out in the open . If they are out of sight you maybe too.

Czech_Made · October 31, 2016, 07:40:37 PM

You are lucky!

I almost lost my right eye to a bungee cord, now who wears safety glasses when securing load on a trailer with bungees?

Could not see with my right eye for three days and the pupil does not close all the way anymore, just glad I still have my right eye

thecfarm · October 31, 2016, 08:56:55 PM

My first pair of glasses was prescription safety glasses with the removable side shields. progression lenses and tinted. Nothing stylish. Soon as I said safety,the selection was narrowed down to about 20 from about 200. But I liked them. Very handy to have. They was always on my face. At home or at work.

yukon cornelius · October 31, 2016, 11:31:13 PM

well it seems it isnt all clear. a bit of double vision is causing me some trouble especially in low light. after a short drive my wife wouldn't let me drive. possibly the swelling is causing it. i will just wait and "see"

sandsawmill14 · November 01, 2016, 12:23:48 AM

hate to hear that :( may need to see the doc dont take any chances with it

and remember the correct answer is always YES MAM ;D ;)

Peter Drouin · November 01, 2016, 05:29:50 AM

Sometimes a slap along side the head will wake a guy up to use some safety stuff. :D :D :D :D

Kbeitz · November 01, 2016, 07:05:19 AM

Safety glasses and super magnets. I use them both all the time working with metal.
Many time I used the super magnets to remove metal from my eyes. Works great.

Bert · November 01, 2016, 10:44:24 AM

QuoteMany time I used the super magnets to remove metal from my eyes. Works great.

Man i dont know if thats FDA approved.

Kbeitz · November 02, 2016, 10:51:20 PM

Quote from: Bert on November 01, 2016, 10:44:24 AM
QuoteMany time I used the super magnets to remove metal from my eyes. Works great.

Man i dont know if thats FDA approved.

I cant stand the pain of a metal splinter in my eye.
The magnet pulls the metal out real fast... relief ahh...

timberlinetree · November 07, 2016, 06:38:08 AM

Ouch! Hope it gets better! Will be waiting to "see" if it does! Work safe and good luck!

yukon cornelius · November 07, 2016, 10:00:21 AM

My swelling is mostly gone and it is now just a yellow-green bruise around it. the vision is better but still some trouble after dark. I think it will all go away. I have my new safety glasses now and wear them all day regardless. I went with uvex tomcat with clear lenses. they are lightweight wire frames and don't feel like goggles. they don't fog up or make me feel uncomfortable. now to keep the habit going.