| Document ID (ISN) | 64212 |
| CIS number |
95-639 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0002-8894 - American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal |
| Year |
1994 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Zelnick S.D., McKay R.T., Lockey J.E. |
| Title |
Visual field loss while wearing full-face respiratory protection |
| Bibliographic information |
Apr. 1994, Vol.55, No.4, p.315-321. Illus. 19 ref. |
| Abstract |
The loss of visual field was quantified for 21 test subjects while they wore three different full-face respirators. Changes in visual field were quantified for each type of respirator by the use of a modified Goldmann projection perimeter. The loss of visual field was determined by comparing the area under the curve with and without a respirator. Distinct patterns of visual field loss were apparent for the different style respirators. Analysis of the patterns could lead to the design of full-face respirators with improved visual qualities, which could improve worker safety for certain occupations. The technique also could be of help in the selection of models of respiratory protection when certain visual fields must be maintained. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
field of vision; angle of vision; respirators; personal protective equipment; visual comfort |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
equipment testing; evaluation of equipment |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | USA |
| Subject(s) |
Personal protection
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Personal protection
Non-ionizing radiation
Respiratory protection
|
