The document provides an overview of new lens and frame markings outlined in ANSI-Z87.1 for eye and face protection. It lists different hazards that protective eyewear is rated for including impact, heat, chemical, dust, optical radiation, and welding. It then shows the application categories and corresponding markings for impact rated, non-impact rated, hot spark/splash, fine dust, infrared radiation, ultraviolet radiation, lasers, and welding applications.

1. LensandframemarkingquickGuideLensandframemarkingquickGuide
Get familiar with the new lens and frame
markings outlined in ANSI-Z87.1 for eye
and face protection.
HAZARD
IMPACT
HEAT
CHEMICAL
DUST
OPTICAL
RADIATION
& WELDING
APPLICATION
Impact Rated
Impact Rated RX
Non-Impact Rated
Non-Impact Rated RX
Hot Spark and Splash
Molten Metal Spash
High Temp Exposure
Splash, Droplet and Spray
Irritating Mists
Nuisance Dust
Fine Dust
Infrared Radiation (IR)
Visible Light Glare (glare)
Ultraviolet Radiation (UV)
Lasers
Welding
Variable Tint
Special Purpose
n/a
n/a
n/a
D3
n/a
D4
D5
R (Scale #)
L (Scale #)
U (Scale #)
n/a
W (Scale#)
V
S
Z87+
Z87-2+
Z87
Z87-2
MARKING
Manufacturer
or Lab ID
YZ W9 L8 D5z87+
Impact Rated
Welding Shade #
Visible Light Filter - Scale #
Fine Dust Rated