When disconnecting ship-to-shore sewage, what type of eye protection is used?

• A. Safety glasses
• B. Non-vented goggles
• C. Sunglasses
• D. Face shields

Answer: (D)

When handling ship-to-shore sewage, the key concern is protecting any exposed skin from splashes and droplets as you disconnect hoses. A face shield provides broad protection of the eyes and entire face from splashes, sprays, and potential contact with contaminants, which is crucial for reducing exposure during this task. It can be worn over regular safety glasses for added eye protection and is well-suited for tasks where splash is a real risk.

Eye protection that only shields the eyes, like safety glasses, leaves parts of the face exposed to splashes. Non-vented goggles protect the eye area but can fog and still don’t cover the entire face. Sunglasses offer virtually no splash protection. So the face shield offers the most comprehensive protection for this kind of work.