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Safety Fundamentals 103<br />

o A combination of insert type and circumaural hearing protective devices<br />

(double protection) shall be worn in all areas where noise levels exceed<br />

104 dBA (8 hour TWA) sound level.<br />

FOOT PROTECTION<br />

All <strong>Marine</strong> Corps <strong>personnel</strong> occupationally exposed to foot-hazardous operations<br />

or areas shall be furnished appropriate safety footwear at organizational expense.<br />

EYE PROTECTION (SIGHT CONSERVATION PROGRAM)<br />

<strong>Marine</strong> Corps <strong>personnel</strong> working in eye-hazardous areas or operations identified<br />

in PPE survey shall be provided adequate eye protection at government expense.<br />

Objectives of this program are to safeguard <strong>personnel</strong> from eyestrain or injury<br />

due to defective vision and protect them against other eye injuries by providing<br />

protective eye wear.<br />

Types of Eye Protection. Type of eye protection used is dependent upon<br />

operation and hazard. Type of eye protection shall be identified on the PPE<br />

Survey.<br />

o Plan or prescription safety glasses (with side protection)<br />

o Goggles (e.g., splash-resistant goggles for working with chemicals<br />

(covered ventilation ports), impact-resistant goggles for working with<br />

particles (open ventilation)).<br />

o Face shields may be required, in addition to safety glasses or goggles<br />

o Welding goggles, hoods, and shields<br />

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