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Safety Glasses and Goggles: Get Free Quotes in South Africa

Safety glasses, goggles and face shields for mines, factories and workshops in South Africa. Send one free request and independent PPE suppliers quote you.

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Clear polycarbonate safety glasses and sealed goggles lying on a steel workbench in a South African workshop
Clear polycarbonate safety glasses and sealed goggles lying on a steel workbench in a South African workshop

PPE requisition · No. 2122

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HZ-02Safety Glasses and Goggles
  • SANS 1387 or EN 166 marked
  • Polycarbonate, anti-scratch lenses
  • Anti-fog and UV-blocking options
  • Clear, grey, yellow or mirror lenses
  • Over-glasses and prescription options

Buying safety glasses means matching the lens and frame to the hazard. A grinder, a chemical splash and a dusty yard each need something different. PPESuppliers.co.za is a free quote-request service for South Africa. Tell us what you need and where, and we pass your request to independent PPE suppliers and wholesalers who quote you directly. We do not sell eye protection ourselves. There is no charge and no obligation to accept a quote. Compare offers on the same specification and choose the supplier that suits your operation.

Glasses, goggles and face shields

The right product depends on how the eye can be hurt. Eye protection is normally made to SANS 1387 or EN 166, and the markings on the frame and lens show what it is rated for.

  • Safety glasses: light wraparound frames for flying particles and general workshop use.
  • Goggles: sealed to the face, for dust, liquids and splashes. Indirect vents stop liquid entering.
  • Face shields: cover the whole face over glasses, for grinding, chemical handling and spraying.
  • Welding filters: shaded lenses for arc and gas work.

Lens types and coatings

Polycarbonate is the usual lens material. It is light and takes impact well. Clear lenses suit indoor work. Grey or smoked lenses cut glare outdoors. Yellow lenses help in low light, and mirror lenses reduce heat and brightness on open mines and sites.

Coatings matter as much as colour. Anti-fog coatings stop lenses clouding in hot, humid or cold-room work. Scratch-resistant coatings keep lenses clear in dusty yards. Some lenses block UV, which helps people working in strong sun for long hours.

Fit decides whether glasses get worn. Adjustable arms, soft nose bridges and a range of sizes help. Anyone who wears spectacles should ask about over-glasses or prescription safety glasses.

Prescription and compliance

Prescription safety glasses are made for the wearer, with a rated frame and lenses ground to the prescription. Some suppliers work with optometrists. Others supply frames for fitting. Say how many people need prescription lenses and whether a recent eye test is available.

Under the OHS Act and the General Safety Regulations, the employer must provide PPE free of charge where the risk assessment calls for it. Write the task and hazard into your request so suppliers recommend the right rating. Keep spares at each workstation so that a scratched pair is swapped, not tolerated. Replace damaged glasses at once.

What affects the quote

We do not give prices here. The quote depends on the type, lens colour, coatings, frame size range, cord or strap options, prescription work, quantity, delivery and lead time. Tell suppliers the task, such as grinding, chemical handling or driving in glare, so they suggest the right protection. Ask for the standard marking to be shown on the product and the test report to be supplied. If you issue goggles with respirators, say so, because the seal between them affects fit. Request samples before a large order so the team can try them.

Comparing safety glasses quotes

PPE prices move with fabric, leather and rubber costs, the exchange rate and stock levels. When quotes arrive, check:

  • Exact item and standard: the product, the standard or rating it is certified to, and an NRCS letter of authority where one is required.
  • Sizes and quantities: price per unit or per pack, size runs available and any minimum order.
  • Stock or lead time: ex stock, or imported or made to order, and how long that takes.
  • Delivery and VAT: delivery to site, branding costs, whether VAT is included and how long the price holds.

What to include in your request

  • The task and hazard: grinding, chemicals, dust, glare or welding.
  • Glasses, goggles or face shields, and the quantity of each.
  • Lens colour and whether you need anti-fog coating.
  • How many wearers need prescription or over-glasses.
  • Your delivery address and the date you need them.

Frequently asked questions

Do you sell safety glasses?
No. PPESuppliers.co.za is a free quote-request service. We pass your request to independent PPE suppliers and wholesalers across South Africa. They quote you directly and supply the eye protection. There is no fee and no obligation to accept any quote.
What is the difference between safety glasses and goggles?
Safety glasses guard against flying particles from the front and side. Goggles seal around the eyes, so they also stop dust, liquid and fine spray. Chemical work, dusty yards and spraying usually call for goggles, not glasses.
Can I get prescription safety glasses?
Yes. Some suppliers offer prescription safety glasses or rated frames fitted with prescription lenses by an optometrist. Over-glasses that fit over spectacles are a cheaper option for some jobs. Tell the supplier how many people need them.
How do I stop safety glasses fogging up?
Ask for lenses with an anti-fog coating, and goggles with indirect ventilation. A close but comfortable fit and a clean lens also help. Hot, humid work and cold-room work are the worst for fogging, so mention them in your request.

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