Eye & Face Protection
Standards
WorkArma Eye and Face Protectors are manufactured and certified to AS/NZS 1337.1:2010 – Personal Eye Protection Part 1: Eye and Face Protectors for Occupational Applications. WorkArma Eye and Face Protectors are certified by SAI Global.
This standard ensures certified Eye and Face Protectors pass a series of laboratory tests, which demonstrate the required protection received from the Eye and Face Protector’s overall construction.
Lens Markings
Eye and Face Protectors are required to be clearly labelled with the protection received by the protector:
| Lens Marking AS/NZS 1337.1:2010 | Description | Protection Received | Applicable Protector |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | Low Impact: resists a 6mm ball at 13m/s or 47kph | Low impact | Mesh safety glasses, mesh visor |
| I or F | Medium Impact: resists a 6mm ball at 45m/s or 162kph | Medium impact | Safety glasses, goggles, visors |
| V or B | High Impact: resists a 6mm ball at 120m/s or 432kph | High impact | Visors |
| A | Extra High Impact: resists a 6mm ball at 190m/s or 684kph | Extra high impact | Visors |
| C or 3 | Splash proof | Goggles, visors | |
| D or 4 | Dust proof | Goggles | |
| G or 5 | Gas tight | Goggles | |
| 0 | Outdoor use, untinted | ABS | ABSSafety glasses, goggles, visors |
| Padded Headband | Outdoor use, tinted | Safety glasses, goggles, visors |
Impact Rating
Eye and Face Protectors can be certified under 4 core impact categories as stipulated in AS/NZS 1337.1:2010. They are rated following a test which is conducted using a 6mm diameter ball bearing. In order to be certified as one of the following, the Eye or Face Protector must remain intact following the test:
Low Impact: this type of Protector will protect the wearer from a projectile travelling at speeds of 13 metres per second or 47kph
Medium Impact: this type of Protector will protect the wearer from a projectile travelling at speeds of 45 metres per second or 162kph.
High Impact: this type of Protector will protect the wearer from a projectile travelling at speeds of 45 metres per second or 162kph.
Extra High Impact: this type of Protector will protect the wearer from a projectile travelling at speeds of 190 metres per second or 684kph.
Low Impact
Worn for 8 hours provides maximum protection
Medium Impact
Resists a 6mm ball at 45m/s
High Impact
Resists a 6mm ball at 120m/s
Extra High Impact
Resists a 6mm ball at 190m/
Lens Colour Options
WorkArma Eye Wear is offered in various lens colour options to provide optimal clarity, comfort, and functionality.
Lens Colour
Lens Name
Description and Application
Clear
General purpose lens for indoor use, or outdoor use in low-light condition. Provides maximum light transmission.
Smoke
Most popular lens tint for outdoor use. Protects against visible glare without colour degradation. Good choice for outdoor work, such as construction and landscaping.
Blue Mirror
Superior glare reduction with heavy mirroring. Great lens for outdoor use in full sun conditions, favoured by outdoor workers such as roofers, landscapers and builders.
Polarised Smoke
Reduces intense sun glare reflected off shiny surfaces such as snow, water, sand and pavement. Improves contrast and depth perception. Great for outdoor use
Brown
Enhances perception in changing light and shadow. Good for low light conditions.
All WorkArma Goggles are Anti-Fog, Anti-Scratch and have 99.9% UV Protection
