Eye Injuries
Workplace injuries involving the eyes can have a serious impact on worker health, productivity, and overall life function. Eye injuries can occur on any job site, from construction sites to office jobs. Employees who suffer an eye injury at work may be eligible for worker’s compensation while they rehabilitate and recover from their injury.
Eye injuries can occur anywhere at any time, and it is important that employees and employers alike observe recognized eye safety guidelines to minimize the occurrence of injuries in the workplace. If you or someone you know has suffered an eye injury at work, call the Pennsylvania workers’ compensation lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511.
Ways to Avoid Eye Injuries
Commonly recognized steps for preventing eye injuries include the following:
- Employees should wear proper eye protection including glasses, goggles, and face shields when necessary.
- If using chemicals, employees should always work in a ventilated area and make sure to point hoses and spray-nozzles away from their eyes.
- Employers should post signs warning about hazards such as chemicals, sparks, and flying debris in the workplace.
- Employers should install eye-washing stations in workplaces that contain hazardous conditions.
It is estimated that a majority of eye accidents could have been prevented if the individual had been wearing proper eye protection at the time of the incident. It is essential that employees follow all safety rules to protect against accidental eye injury.
Contact Us
If you have suffered an accidental eye injury in the workplace, contact the Pennsylvania eye injury attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 to discuss your legal options.