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Protection of Eyes, Face and Body against High Impacts.


PB90100959

Publication Date 1974
Personal Author Quam, G. N.
Page Count 40
Abstract Results are presented of high impact test data yielded by safety spectacles, goggles, face shields, and body shields, currently available on the market. Details are given as to techniques for impact testing, evaluation of various plastics, and impact resistance of single and multiple targets. Evidence is presented regarding the need for strengthening of standards for eyes and face protection. Mar-resistant polycarbonate lenses are recommended over tempered glass lenses.
Keywords
  • Protectors
  • Protective clothing
  • Impact tests
  • Stresses
  • Evaluation
  • Standards
  • Statistical data
  • Photographs
  • Plastics
  • Occupational safety and health
Source Agency
  • National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NTIS Subject Category
  • 95G - Protective Equipment
Corporate Authors Villanova Univ., PA.; National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH.
Supplemental Notes Sponsored by National Inst. for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH.
Document Type Technical Report
NTIS Issue Number 199002
Protection of Eyes, Face and Body against High Impacts.
Protection of Eyes, Face and Body against High Impacts.
PB90100959

  • Protectors
  • Protective clothing
  • Impact tests
  • Stresses
  • Evaluation
  • Standards
  • Statistical data
  • Photographs
  • Plastics
  • Occupational safety and health
  • National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
  • 95G - Protective Equipment
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