Eye Safety

Eye Safety Last summer I got a metal sliver in my eye while grinding a bolt in our machine shop. This stupid injury could have been avoided if I had only worn goggles. So many eye injuries are preventable; however, many people just don't use common sense when it comes to protecting their eyes and their vision. Most eye injuries occur outside the workplace because the government has set up safety regulations. Knowing this, people …

…you could fall. Finally, everyone should be careful when handling fireworks. All fireworks can cause injuries, even sparklers and smoke bombs. It is best if fireworks displays are left to the professionals. In conclusion, everyone should remember that since we only have one pair of eyes, and our lives are totally dependent on our sense of vision, we should practice eye safety daily. Common sense can go a long way in protecting something so valuable.