For those working in the great outdoors, the stakes for eye health are high. According to the Cancer Council, more than 1.2 million Australian outdoor workers face five to 10 times higher exposure to solar UV radiation than indoor workers.

Solar UV radiation is linked to cancer of the eye, cataracts and pterygium, a growth that forms on the white of the eye. The right eye protection for outdoor workers is crucial.

The challenges of eye protection

While tinted lenses filter UVA and UVB rays, workers are still exposed to glare from harsh reflections on water, glass or steel, which can lead to eye strain and discomfort. Outdoor workers exposed to sun glare may also see less clearly, potentially impacting safety and productivity.

Cutting the glare with polarised lenses

Bollé Safety polarised lenses offer UV400 protection against UVA and UVB rays, while also filtering glare. Find polarised lens options in two of Bollé Safety’s most popular types of safety glasses:

• STKS: Already a firm favourite with younger workers looking to stand out from the crowd, STKS comes in a polarised version, with anti-scratch lenses. STKS is ideal for tradies and construction workers, offering wraparound protection with clear side shields for better peripheral vision and a stylish, contemporary look.
• HUSTLER: This top seller offers more traditional polarised wraparound cover. The polarised version features Platinum Lite anti-scratch and anti-fog lenses.

These glasses are perfect for heavy duty industrial, mining, oil and gas, road and rail workers on outdoor sites. Both models are certified to AS/NZS 1337.1 standards for medium impact protection, ensuring safety and compliance on the job.

Who benefits from premium polarised lenses?

Workers in a range of industries can benefit from reduced glare and greater comfort:

• Construction workers struggling with sun reflection off steel, metal and glass.
• Truck drivers and road workers dealing with sun glare and light reflection off road surfaces and signs.
• Miners in open cut mines impacted by direct sun glare and reflection off surfaces.
• Workers in boating and shipping faced with the sun’s rays bouncing off water.
• Agriculture workers and landscapers exposed to the full power of the sun.

According to Rimma Shabanova, Bollé Safety’s Trade Marketing Manager, the polarised lens is a gamechanger for outdoor workers, offering improved perception of colour, contrast and depth. “The polarised versions of STKS and Hustler cut glare, helping reduce eye strain and increase comfort, even in the harsh Australian summer,” she says. “Polarised lenses are the smart choice to protect workers while preserving productivity.”

As Australia’s largest provider of industrial and safety equipment, Blackwoods has all your job requirements covered. Shop the Bollé Safety polarised eyewear range on site.

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