When should you remove your safety goggles?

Removing safety goggles is appropriate after you have completed all types of machine work. This ensures that your eyes remain protected until you've concluded any activity that could potentially lead to eye injury. Safety goggles are crucial for shielding your eyes from flying debris, chemicals, or other hazards present while operating machinery, and hazards can be present even if you switch from one machine to another.

The correct practice dictates that goggles should remain on until you are completely finished with all tasks in the shop, not just specific machines like the laser cutter, or until you exit the shop entirely, which may lead to unnecessary risk. It’s also not advisable to remove them based on personal comfort; safety is paramount and should always take precedence over feelings of comfort. Proper safety protocol helps ensure a secure working environment for everyone involved.