Approved safety _____ or ______ are required during structural collapse operations for eye protection.

• A. Face shields
• B. Prescription lenses
• C. Goggles, Glasses
• D. Safety sunglasses

Answer: (C)

Eye protection in structural collapse operations must be approved safety eyewear that reliably protects against flying debris and dust. Safety goggles and safety glasses both meet this requirement because they are designed to shield the eyes directly and stay in place during active operations. Goggles provide a seal around the eyes, offering full protection even in dusty conditions, while safety glasses give robust impact resistance with side protection. Both are tested to meet protective standards, so either form is appropriate for eye protection on the job.

Face shields alone can protect the face but may leave gaps around the eyes, so they’re typically used in addition to, rather than in place of, safety eyewear. Prescription lenses by themselves aren’t guaranteed to be protective unless they are part of ANSI Z87.1-rated safety eyewear or used in conjunction with safety-rated frames. Safety sunglasses lack the required impact protection for this setting.

So the requirement is satisfied by approved safety goggles or safety glasses.