IMPACT​
The Z87.1 2003 standard previously classified personal protectors as “basic or high impact” devices. In the ANSI Z87.1-2010 standard, personal protectors are rated as either “impact” or “non-impact” protectors.

To be considered an impact protector, the device must meet the high velocity and high mass tests. Once these devices have passed the test, they will carry the Z87+ stamp on both the frame or lens housing and lens.

Additionally, prescription products meeting this requirement will carry the marking Z87-2+. Non-impact protectors (those that do not pass all high-impact testing) will be designated only as Z87 (not to include the + sign).

OPTICAL RADIATION​
Spectral transmittance categories have been expanded to allow matching and selection of filters for radiation hazards in greater specificity than the previous standard.

DROPLET, SPLASH​
Dust-The new standard has expanded to assist users in identifying specific protectors that may be appropriate for the hazard.

The following markings indicate the hazard: D3-Liquid Splash, D4-dust, D5-fine dust. This rating will be marked on the lens and the frame of the approved device.

Bollé Safety offers a wide range of safety eyewear with optical markings specific to each risk and type of activity.

What is the assessment of occupational hazards?
Assessment of occupational hazards involves identifying and ranking hazards in the workplace to implement relevant protective measures. It is the initial step in occupational health and safety. It is essential to check adequacy between product markings and standards markings.

Brief Overview of the ANSI Z87.1-2010 Standard
On April 13, 2010 the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) announced a new edition of the ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 standard. The new edition titled, “American National Standards Institute for Occupational and Educational Personal Eye and Face Protective Devices” updates the previous version, Z87.1-2003.

Significant Changes to the Standard
The new standard is hazard based requiring employers to select protective devices based upon the workplace. This is a change compared to the 2003 standard, which focused on the protector type. Specific evaluation is now required for workplace hazards such as impact, optical radiation, droplet and splash, dust and fine dust particles. As the 2010 standard is radically different, the product markings have changed. Users will need education on matching the hazard that they need protection from with the marking on the product.

UKCA

The UKCA (UK Conformity Assessed) marking is a new marking used for goods sold on the market in Great Britain (England, Wales and Scotland). It covers most goods which previously required the CE marking.

Bollé Safety’s environmental commitment:

Bollé Safety is committed to offering an alternative "environmentally responsible" option that is in tune with the needs of its customers.
In recent years, Bollé Safety now distributes its products in individual recyclable bags.

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All Bollé Safety products are subject to regulation REACH (Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals), which ensures that all substances used on Bollé Safety products do not harm health or the environment.