Eyes & Ears

Eye Protection in the Workplace

Eye protection is critical when working near hazards like airborne debris, sharp objects, or dangerous chemicals than can splash or spill, which can injure your eyes and impair your eyesight. Because these kinds of hazards can be found on most jobsites, eye injuries are extremely common. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 15,730 workers experienced nonfatal eye injuries while on the job in 2020.

Different Types of Safety Eyewear

Eye safety experts agree that most nonfatal eye injuries can be prevented by wearing proper eye protection. But we all know workers who might avoid wearing eye protection because of discomfort or lack of necessary features like impact protection or anti-fog coatings. This means finding the right kind of eye protection can make all the difference between doing your job well and a life-changing injury. Protect yourself and your workers with Magid’s wide selection of safety eyewear so you can find the best design for the job that will keep you comfortable and working at your best ability!

Common categories of eye protection that Magid offers include:

• Safety glasses, which are commonly worn in areas with airborne particulates, chemicals, and sharp objects
• Safety goggles, which give you a strong shield around the surrounding tissue of your eye for impact resistance and, for specific models, chemical splash resistance

Full face shields can be worn as supplemental protection while you wear protective glasses or goggles, as well.

Safety Eyewear Accessories

In addition to protective eyewear, Magid offers accessories like lens cleaner and cleaning wipes to help you keep your eyewear in tip-top shape! You can also get side shields that easily slide onto protective goggles and glasses as well as eyewear retainers and straps that keep your glasses secure, too.

The Dangers of Hearing Loss on the Job

Every year, approximately 22 million workers are exposed to noise on the job that can be damaging to their hearing. Since hearing loss can be harder to detect and easier to dismiss than other workplace injuries, it’s imperative to prevent permanent hearing damage by wearing comfortable and effective hearing protection in loud environments on your jobsite.

Finding the Right Hearing Protection

Hearing protection comes in all kinds of shapes and sizes, just like how our ear canals come in different sizes. Whether you prefer over-the-ear earmuffs or earplugs that are pre-molded, Magid’s selection of hearing protection devices can provide maximum comfort and protection.

We offer an array of foam earplugs, earmuffs, earplug dispensers, and banded hearing protectors in different colors and materials that can keep your hearing safe and sound! While comfort and fit are important, ensure your hearing protection meets the necessary Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) level and Permissible Noise Exposure Levels (below) for your jobsite.

Whether you need protection for your eyes, your ears, or both, view Magid’s selection of products to find the right gear to help you work safer!