How much do you know about goggles?

Goggles are an important part of personal protective equipment. By changing the intensity and spectrum of the transmitted light, they can avoid damage to the eyes caused by radiant light. Due to the impact of the 19-covid, in the process of protection, in addition to masks and protective clothing, goggles are also a common protective product. Therefore, in order to use goggles better, people have to learn about goggles. In this regard, Shanghai C&G also shares some knowledge points of goggles that many people pay attention to, hoping to help everyone.

1. Are goggles a disposable item?

There are many types of goggles, among which goggles are disposable, while tactical goggles, gas welding goggles, blue light goggles and other goggles can be reused, as long as no damage and taking good cleaning and disinfection measures. 

However, due to 19-covid, the domestic demand for goggles is too large. The government issued the "Notice on Issues Concerning the Import of Protective Clothing During the Epidemic". Sterilized goggles are reusable.

2. How often should goggles be replaced?

1. When the goggles are contaminated by the patient's body fluid or blood, they should be replaced in time, and the goggles should be cleaned and disinfected immediately before they can be reused.

2. If the lens of the goggles is blurred or cracked, it should be replaced in time and cannot be used again. This type of goggles may have lost their protective function and cannot effectively protect the user.

3. The standard use period of ordinary anti-splash goggles is 24 months. If it is used frequently, it is valid for 3 months. It should be replaced after the use period and cannot be used continuously.

3. How to disinfect the goggles?

1. Alcohol can be used for disinfection. The specific method of use is as follows: spray the front and back of the goggles with alcohol with a concentration of 75%, then let it stand for a few minutes, then rinse with clean water, and finally dry it with a lens cloth.

2. Goggles can be disinfected with disinfectant wipes, which are generally available in pharmacies. When disinfecting goggles with disinfectant wipes, you only need to wipe the front and back of the lenses with the disinfectant wipes several times, and then wipe them with a lens cloth.

3. You can use soapy water to disinfect goggles. The general method is as follows: put soap in warm water to make soapy water, then use soapy water to clean the lenses of goggles. You can also disinfect goggles to ensure the safety of goggles. Because soapy water is an alkaline disinfectant, it can effectively inhibit or kill most bacteria and fungi.