The Vision Council Announces the Publication of ANSI Z87.1-2020, Occupational and Educational Personal Eye and Face Protection Devices

Alexandria, VA – April 24, 2020 – The Vision Council is pleased to announce the revision of the ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 American National Standard for Occupational and Educational Personal Eye and Face Protection Devices. This standard sets criteria related to the general requirements, testing, permanent marking, selection, care, and use of eye and face protectors to minimize the occurrence and severity or prevention of injuries from hazards such as impact, non-ionizing radiation, and liquid splash exposures in occupational and educational environments including, but not limited to, machinery operations, material welding and cutting, chemical handling, and assembly operations. New content has been added to address anti-fog lens assessments, relaxed optics requirements, and additional clarity to the execution of testing.

The following ANSI standards packages are also available and contain the revision of ANSI/ISEA Z87.1:

• ANSI Z80.3 / ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 - Eyewear Requirements Set
• ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 / ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 - Eyewash and Eye Protection Package
• ANSI/ISEA Z87.1 / ANSI Z80.3 / ANSI Z80.1 - Eyewear Package

The Vision Council also has a created an Overview Guide for members, which can be viewed and downloaded by clicking on this link.

About The Vision Council
Championing better vision for better lives, The Vision Council positions its members for success by promoting growth in the vision care industry through education, advocacy, research, consumer outreach, strategic relationship building and industry forums. Furthermore, through a partnership with Think About Your Eyes, The Vision Council supports consumer education around eyewear and eyecare.