Flying particles and debris pose serious risks to construction workers' eyes. A carpenter who lost an eye to an unprotected nail strike illustrates this danger. Proper eye protection, from safety glasses to face shields, must be worn for tasks like jackhammering, drilling, sawing, chiseling and more that create high-speed chips and particles. Eye protection can prevent permanent injury but must be the right type for each job, cleaned regularly, and replaced when scratched to maintain effectiveness. Construction crews must prioritize eye safety.