Anyone else wearing safety glasses when drilling?
5/18/2026 3:48:00 PM
#1
HammerHank599
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Hey all, quick safety reminder. I was drilling some metal today and a shard flew right into my cheek—luckily I had my safety glasses on. Seriously, always wear eye pro. Anyone got horror stories or PPE tips?
5/18/2026 5:14:00 PM
#2
WrenchWendy303
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Hank, preach! I see so many guys on site skipping glasses. I always wear a face shield too when drilling overhead—keeps the dust outta your hair and eyes. And ear plugs if I'm gonna be at it for a while.
5/18/2026 6:54:00 PM
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ContractorCarl302
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I had a coworker get a metal splinter in his eye once. Cost him a whole week of work. Now I'm religious about ANSI-rated goggles, especially for masonry drilling. Also, don't forget gloves—hot metal chips hurt like hell.
5/18/2026 7:00:00 PM
#4
SocketSarah50
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I've got a tip: get a pair with anti-fog coating. Nothin' worse than steam from your breath fogging up your vision mid-drill. Also, I use a magnetic tray to catch metal swarf so I don't step on it later.
5/18/2026 11:24:00 PM
#5
HammerHank599
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Great advice, all! I just ordered some anti-fog ones. Sarah, that magnetic tray idea is genius. Stay safe out there!
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