What device can prevent eye injury?

• A. Face shield
• B. Safety glasses
• C. Goggles
• D. Prescription lenses

Answer: (C)

Goggles provide the strongest barrier around the eyes by sealing to the face, keeping dust, chips, and splashes from entering from any direction. In a workshop like cabinet making, that full-coverage protection is crucial because debris can fly unpredictably, and a tight seal reduces the chance of objects reaching the eyes. Face shields cover the whole face but don’t seal around the eyes, so particles can still get through from the sides or top. Safety glasses offer protection but typically don’t form a complete seal, leaving gaps for debris to slip in. Prescription lenses alone don’t offer protective shielding, so they don’t prevent injuries; if you wear them, you can use goggles that fit over them or safety glasses with add-on protection.