The fog phenomenon explained
Fog is a natural phenomenon of astounding beauty, wonderfully depicted by Simon Christen’s awarding winning time-lapse video ‘Adrift’ filmed in the San Francisco Bay area. It also brings life to regions where other forms of water are scarce. However, despite its beauty and life-sustaining abilities, fog can also create treacherous conditions for those trying to operate in or travel through it.
The hows and whens polarized glasses are worth it
Prolonged sun exposure is a very well known health risk, especially for the eyes. For outdoors workers, who spend around 6 hours per day under direct sunlight, they are 3 times more likely to develop eye conditions. Discover when wearing polarized safety glasses can be useful.
What are Polarised Safety Glasses?
Polarised eyewear has widespread use in Australia today, but where did polarised lenses originate, how do they work and how are they made? This article looks at the history and science behind polarised lenses.
Which Pair of Polarised Safety Glasses is Best for You?
Working outside means exposure to varied light conditions. In Australia, a lot of the time there’s at least a bit of glare about. Often, it’s full out, scorching sun. Polarised safety glasses were developed with glare in mind, as they are designed to block reflected light from horizontal surfaces like concrete, water, glass windscreens.
Why should Oil & Gas workers be Concerned about UV Radiation?
The problem is especially true for those who work outside for long hours and even more acute for those workplaces that are completely exposed to the elements. Working in snow-laden oil fields and offshore oil and gas platforms are among the highest environments but there are solutions that can protect eyes from UV light and other dangers.
Sustainability is key
Environmental, Social and Governance factors (ESG) are of a heightened concern for corporations to be sustainable long term. What is ESG and why it is so important for companies.
Your PPE goes Pink
Bollé Safety is proudly Partnering with Breast Cancer Network Australia during the month of October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Introducing CSP
Precise vision with advanced eye protection . Designed to go beyond protection to enhance vision and performance, CSP lenses shield the eyes while perfecting vision for precision at work.
B-Clean - How to care for and clean your eye protection?
To protect and care for your glasses, goggles or face shields, Bollé Safety has designed a complete range range of practical and efficient accessories.
5 industries where eye protection is a priority
Our eyes are one of our most important organs but also one of our most fragile. Sight is arguably our most important sensory process, critical to navigating our modern lifestyles. We rely on sight when we walk and drive, when we read and write, and when we work and play.
Looking after Australian tradie’s eyes with Bolle Safety Eye Protection
For over 60 years, Bollé Safety has been creating innovative protective eyewear. By designing and manufacturing safety glasses and goggles for industrial compliance, Bollé Safety has become a market leader in this sector. Bollé Safety has fashioned the ultimate in protective eyewear, utilising superior product design and innovative technology that people want to wear.
ELETRIC WELDING
Discover the different procedures in electric welding. Arc welding is a generic term for a process in which an electric arc is created between an electrode and the parts to be assembled.
Eye Safety doesn’t end with the workday – Safety Glasses at Home
Workplace OH&S is a well-known concept and safety glasses are common in working environments, but what about eye safety at home?
Fit for a Smaller Head: Silex + Small
October is National Safe Work Month, with the theme being think safe. work safe. be safe. As one of Australia’s leading safety eyewear specialists, Bollé Safety is in full support of the initiative and encourages companies to take their employees’ safety seriously at all times.
Prevention and protection for occupational eye hazards
Working in certain high-risk industries can pose a great threat to the eyes and safety of the employees. A proper PPE program can protect employees and companies from these hazards.
Fitting guide
When choosing your safety eyewear, ensure the fit is ideal. nose bridge, frame size, curve, hinge flexibility, temples or buckles adjustments... there are various ways safety eyewear can ensure optimal protection and comfort.
Mercuro Flash : Two new products in the Glasses Range
Following the launch of ‘Mercuro’ in 2019, Bollé Safety has further developed the range to include Green flash and red flash polarised lenses.
Mirror Mirror: A rundown of Bollé Safety Mirrored Safety Glasses.
We have all seen sunglasses with mirrored lenses around, but does the mirror effect have a purpose in Safety glasses? Where did the idea come from? How are they made? Read on to find out.
Protect Your Outdoor Workers’ Eyesight with Specialized Technology
There’s no denying that eye injuries are common in the workplace. That being said, they are far more common in outdoor employees due to the sheer nature of these trades. This means that managers have to take precautions that help minimize the chance of an accident.
Safety Goggles: Pilot 2 NEO
Bollé Safety has released a new product in the Pilot 2 range of safety goggles to include Pilot 2 Neo. They designed the new model for tough environments, like those found in the petrochemical and mining industries.
Sealed eyewear: A guide
Sealed Eyewear has come a long way, and comes in a variety of styles and features to suit different requirements. Such development has been necessary: According to Comcare, approximately 59% of work-related eye injuries are caused by a foreign body in the eye.
Summer Sun and Safety
The depletion of the ozone layer and a reduction in cloud cover are only a small number of factors contributing to a high UV rating. The ozone layer acts as the Earth’s natural shield from UV rays. As a result, we need to be much more vigilant protecting our eyes.