FED
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Hi everyone. This is my first significant post!
A recent conversation with an old colleague got me thinking about eye safety. He commented on how his eyesight seemed to have deteriorated over the years of working as the main light-op/technician in my school theatre. Main concerns were with the amount of time spent looking into beams of light (incandecents, projectors, HID lamps, LED lights, etc.). He said that he started the job with almost 20/20 vision and leaving the job 4 years later needing eyeglasses.
Onto my question,
- In regards to the handling and working around of theatrical lighting, what hazards exist and how significant is the impact of these hazards onto eyesight?
- What steps can be taken to prevent and reduce deterioration of ones eyesight?
- Would it be best to wear eye protection (sunglasses , etc.)? Specific types of protection to look for?
Thanks!
A recent conversation with an old colleague got me thinking about eye safety. He commented on how his eyesight seemed to have deteriorated over the years of working as the main light-op/technician in my school theatre. Main concerns were with the amount of time spent looking into beams of light (incandecents, projectors, HID lamps, LED lights, etc.). He said that he started the job with almost 20/20 vision and leaving the job 4 years later needing eyeglasses.
Onto my question,
- In regards to the handling and working around of theatrical lighting, what hazards exist and how significant is the impact of these hazards onto eyesight?
- What steps can be taken to prevent and reduce deterioration of ones eyesight?
- Would it be best to wear eye protection (sunglasses , etc.)? Specific types of protection to look for?
Thanks!