Eye protection from grinding dust?

[stickshift]

Everyone knows (or should know) that eye pro should be used when using an angle grinder to protect from discs shattering. But I've seen it mentioned that the fine grinding dust can get into your eyes and eye doctors can tell if you do a lot of grinding. So I guess regular safety glasses aren't enough because that dust can get it from above, below and sides of regular safety glasses?

For those familiar with this, what do you use? Face shield (though even that would let in a little dust) or goggles?

 

[rayra]

actual sealing goggles would be best for the nightmare you are talking about. But wraparound / close fitting safety glasses go a long way towards keeping most out, without the extreme discomfort of sealing goggles.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQUTQS/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Taking some care with how the tool discharge is oriented will go a long way to preventing trouble. And when it comes to carborundum dust you don't want to breath it either. Couple times a year, big whoop. Day in, day out, all day, hello silicosis / black lung

 

[Leaflessshadetree]

For a lot of fine dust a hood is also an option..

 

[Firebrick43]

If I do alot, I use a full respirator, I don't need that **** in my lungs as well as my eyes.

but otherwise i use guard dogs under a safety shield. I started using them (with the elastic band) while in Iraq. They were a god send to keep the fine sand(extremely fine) out of your eyes when landing/launching helicopters.

The foam seals are good for sealing and they don't hurt or have the fogging issues like standard goggles. Wear them under cars as well to keep rust flakes out of the eyes.

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[stickshift]

actual sealing goggles would be best for the nightmare you are talking about. But wraparound / close fitting safety glasses go a long way towards keeping most out, without the extreme discomfort of sealing goggles.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQUTQS/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Taking some care with how the tool discharge is oriented will go a long way to preventing trouble. And when it comes to carborundum dust you don't want to breath it either. Couple times a year, big whoop. Day in, day out, all day, hello silicosis / black lung

Yeah, something like those sealing goggles, except I either need it in a size that will fit over glasses, but has enough 'indirect ventilation' that inside glasses don't fog up, or an inexpensive Rx sealing goggles.

Yeah, I didn't mention nose/mouth pro because I assumed everyone here knows they should be wearing a respirator when grinding. Speaking of, that will be the other challenge - sealing goggles that fit over eyeglasses but don't interfere with standard half-face respirator (like 3M's).

 

[stickshift]

If I do alot, I use a full respirator, I don't need that **** in my lungs as well as my eyes.

but otherwise i use guard dogs under a safety shield. I started using them (with the elastic band) while in Iraq. They were a god send to keep the fine sand(extremely fine) out of your eyes when landing/launching helicopters.

The foam seals are good for sealing and they don't hurt or have the fogging issues like standard goggles. Wear them under cars as well to keep rust flakes out of the eyes.

SKU 2G102014

Thanks, checked out their site. They have some over-Rx goggles, and unlike most goggle manufacturers, they actually give you eyeglass measurements the goggles will fit over.

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[reader2580]

I use a full face respirator when grinding. I got a piece of steel in my eye using just safety glasses. I needed a respirator due to grinding a ton of rust.

 

[stickshift]

I use a full face respirator when grinding. I got a piece of steel in my eye using just safety glasses. I needed a respirator due to grinding a ton of rust.

Ouch. Yeah, safety glasses leave some openings for more than just the grinding dust, especially if the glasses are not aimed directly at the work, which is another argument in favor of goggles.

As for respirator, I'd say that's required regardless of whether you're grinding rust or not. Even without rust on the workpiece, the grinding disc itself is disintegrating, sending lots of dust into the air.

 

[mepstein]

Lately, I've been watching a lot of epoxy table videos on youtube. It's amazing to me how most of the presenters use minimal to no protection. Sometimes safety glasses, sometimes a respirator, almost never both items together.

 

[infinite97]

Technically you should be using safety glasses and a face shield, but basically nobody does this (except me )

Wouldn’t help with your respirator setup, unless you have a full face deal.

 

[corn chip]

it shouldnt require much thought. you need sealed goggles for dust. and a respirator if you give a rats *** about your breathing

 

[86turbodsl]

When grinding, 3 times i have been to the doctor to remove metal slivers from my eyes. The dr. can still see the scars in my cornea. One time was even with safety glasses on. I no longer do any grinding without a full face shield. What are your eyes worth to you?

 

[reader2580]

I love all the guys tack welding or grinding/cutting on TV and Youtube with no eye protection at all. I think they are nuts. Heck, I won't do any sort of garage/shop/vehicle work without safety glasses on. Even with safety glasses on if I am under a vehicle and looking straight up I still get **** in my eyes sometimes so I wear a face shield.

 

[reader2580]

Technically you should be using safety glasses and a face shield, but basically nobody does this (except me )

Wouldn’t help with your respirator setup, unless you have a full face deal.

I wear a full face respirator that has a seal against the face so no chance of anything getting through unless the plastic breaks.

I have a chainsaw helmet that has a safety screen, but I still wear safety glasses too as the screen will let some stuff through.

 

[DGersic]

Yeah, something like those sealing goggles, except I either need it in a size that will fit over glasses, but has enough 'indirect ventilation' that inside glasses don't fog up, or an inexpensive Rx sealing goggles.

Yeah, I didn't mention nose/mouth pro because I assumed everyone here knows they should be wearing a respirator when grinding. Speaking of, that will be the other challenge - sealing goggles that fit over eyeglasses but don't interfere with standard half-face respirator (like 3M's).

I use DeWalt goggles. They fit over glasses, so they’re not 100% sealed, and will fit around my 3M respirator. Anti fog coating works pretty well too.

 

[boom_bap]

I use a half mask 3m, z97+ safety glasses under my grinding shield.

One day I'll get a full face respirator too.

 

[sparky 1971]

On top of glasses and a shield, I use a 42" drum fan blowing everything away from me.

 

[ycgoat]

Like, DGersic above I use the DeWalt goggles. The fulface respirator is a good idea

 

[matt_i]

When grinding, 3 times i have been to the doctor to remove metal slivers from my eyes. The dr. can still see the scars in my cornea. One time was even with safety glasses on. I no longer do any grinding without a full face shield. What are your eyes worth to you?

Ive been once and that was enough. My problem is my eyes have changed with age and where I could look thru my prescription glasses I find myself looking over the top.

Uvex Bionic faceshield to the rescue. Its my opinion anyone owning anything related to abrasive cutoff should own one.

 

[mogandave]

I use gravity and centripetal force…

 

[nateo]

I wear a full face respirator that has a seal against the face so no chance of anything getting through unless the plastic breaks.

I have a chainsaw helmet that has a safety screen, but I still wear safety glasses too as the screen will let some stuff through.

At work they make us recertify on chainsaws every couple years. One instructor had a particularly gruesome story on the subject. A guy he was working with had his face screen down but no safety glasses. Just walking through the bush he ran into a branch that punched right through the screen and found an unprotected eyeball.

Those screens are great for keeping the chips out of your face, but safety glasses are what keep your eyes intact.

 

[Milton Shaw]

Milwaukee is just starting to advertise safety glasses with a gasket to block dust/grit from getting between glasses/forehead, face.

 

[MattN03]

I use these Crossfire safety glasses when I mow because of my allergies. The have foam all around and really help keep the dust out of my eyes. This might help with grinding (if they don't fog up). https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005C878FA/?tag=atomicindus08-20