Fit
Proper fit
Head and facial shapes all differ requiring a range of prescription safety eyewear from which employees can select. Properly fitting prescription frames can help avoid accidents, reduce discomfort, increase productivity and give wearers the confidence that they're as protected as their colleagues.
Comfort
All day comfort
With proper fit comes comfort. Prescription safety eyewear not only protects against mechanical hazards (workplace debris and contaminants), it should be free of pressure points, lightweight, breathable and not slip. It’s only when PPE fits well and is comfortable that it remains worn throughout the day.
Performance
Product performance
Our in-house expertise, together with our UK-based lens manufacturer, means we can provide the highest-quality prescription eyewear as well as optional extras - such as lens tints and performance enhancing lens coating technology - for a fundamentally different wearer experience.
Style
Modern style
Prescription safety eyewear that is high performing, comfortable and stylish means employees will not only want to wear their designated safety eyewear, but receive the same level of protection as colleagues, and protect their personal glasses from becoming damaged at work.
Find the frame that fits you best
uvex prescription safety spectacles are individually adapted to the wearer's vision while offering the best possible protection in the workplace. Head and facial shapes all differ requiring a range of prescription safety eyewear from which employees can select. Adaptable features, such as nose bridges, extendable side arms and tight-fit kits, allow wearers to achieve the ultimate close fit (to keep hazards out) and find a position that means they can work comfortably, confidently and with as little distraction as possible.
Perfect fit
Unlike conventional frame designs, uvex prescription frames benefit from adjustable features, allowing the wearer to adapt components, such as the nose bridge and temple ends, to fit. Wraparound designs offer the perfect fit and maximum protection thanks to wide side arms and clever, ergonomic curvature of the lens.
uvex sport lenses
The stronger curve of the uvex RX sp frame means the position of the lenses are at an angle straight in front of the eye. The specially developed uvex sport glazing delivers maximum optical clarity as we only use lenses with a base curve identical to that of the frame.
Metal and plastic frames
uvex provides a choice of metal, plastic and wraparound frame styles for safety or office use, making it easy to find the right fit. Both metal and plastic ranges feature designs with anatomically adjustable, soft nose pads and easily adjustable earpieces for exceptional fit.
Innovative features for comfortable protection
Decades of experience and innovative technologies form the basis for uvex products, which are manufactured in accordance with the most stringent safety standards. In addition to safety, uvex also guarantees maximum comfort and quality. Protective equipment that fits properly not only offers reliable protection, it is also more likely to be comfortable and therefore, worn by the employee.
Prescription safety eyewear should deliver a low-pressure, lightweight fit with even weight distribution. Thanks to uvex’s German-engineered dual-injection mould technology, we’re able to combine soft and hard components into frames that flex; making them comfortable and durable, while also ensuring frames stay put.
Duo component technology
uvex has developed an injection moulding process that allows hard and soft materials around the brow, nose and side arms, delivering ultimate fit for outstanding protection, comfort and stability.
High quality materials
uvex offers a wide range of high-quality lens materials, focus types and frames. This makes it easier to switch between personal spectacles and employer-provided safety spectacles, increasing wearer acceptance.
Goggle compatibility
uvex safety goggles are designed to be compatible for spectacle wearers. The uvex megasonic feature a specially designed recesses to ensure there is enough room for the spectacle side arms, eliminating any discomfort from pressure on the temples.
Performance without distraction
uvex prescription safety spectacles are certified and marked in accordance with EN 166, so they can be used in workplaces where safety spectacles are mandatory. As occupational safety spectacles, they not only protect the eyes (from UV radiation, flying particles, dust etc.), but are also a visual aid because the lenses have a dioptric effect.
The comprehensive uvex quality system guarantees the best design from an optical and processing technology perspective. All materials used (lenses, frames, cases etc.) are free from harmful substances and are regularly inspected.
Optifog anti-fog system
Optifog's unique anti-fog system combines two patented technologies: Optifog lens treatment and a smart textile cloth with anti-fog molecules that activates the power of the Optifog lens. Simply wipe your lenses with the smart cloth and droplets that would usually obstruct your vision spread uniformly across the lens, in an invisible and fog-free layer.
Anti-reflective (AR) coatings
More than 80% of spectacle wearers experience unwanted reflections when indoors and outdoors. uvex is able to apply an AR coating at a fraction of the cost that you are normally charged on the high street. Anti-reflective lens treatments allow better transmission of visual information and decrease unwanted reflections for better visual comfort.
Polycarbonate safety lenses
Standard high street prescription glasses are not suitable as safety glasses because they lack the necessary impact resistance and coverage. uvex lenses are manufactured from polycarbonate for its exceptional impact resistance. Polycarbonate lenses conform to EN 166 and EN ISO 12312-1 and are thinner and lighter than other materials and naturally block out 100% of the sun’s UV rays.
Style meets comfort and safety meets design
We all want to look and feel good, even at work. When ‘wearability’ is designed into safety eyewear, employees are more likely to keep it where it should be, on their face and in front of their eyes. It is possible for employees to have high-performing, comfortable, properly fitting prescription safety spectacles or goggles that keeps dust and debris out, in a style and design to ensure there is something for everyone. The wide range of uvex styles and designs of safety eyewear allows you to find the product that most suits you.
More than a pair of prescription safety glasses
Providing prescription safety eyewear involves more than selecting a frame.
uvex supports organisations through the prescription eyewear process with specialist expertise and an online ordering system.
The system allows organisations to define the appropriate product selection and agreed spending limits, while providing employees with the documentation required before visiting an optician.
Looking for further guidance?
Choosing the right PPE can make all the difference when it comes to safety, comfort, and compliance. If you’d like tailored advice or want to trial uvex products in your environment, get in touch via our quick contact form or email marketing@uvex.co.uk.
FAQ's
What is prescription safety eyewear?
Prescription safety eyewear combines corrective lenses with eyewear designed for occupational protection, allowing workers who require vision correction to receive appropriate eye protection while carrying out their job.
Are prescription safety glasses different from ordinary prescription glasses?
Yes. Ordinary prescription spectacles should not automatically be assumed to provide the same impact protection as certified occupational safety eyewear. uvex prescription safety eyewear is designed specifically for workplace use.
How should prescription safety glasses fit?
They should sit securely and comfortably without unwanted pressure or slipping. Frame size, nose bridge, side arms and other adjustable features can contribute to achieving an appropriate individual fit.
Can prescription safety glasses have anti-fog lenses?
uvex prescription eyewear can be specified with relevant lens technologies and options. The uvex Optifog system combines an Optifog lens treatment with a smart cloth containing anti-fog molecules to activate the anti-fog performance.
Can prescription safety glasses have anti-reflective coatings?
uvex offers anti-reflective lens treatments for prescription safety eyewear. These treatments are intended to reduce unwanted reflections and improve visual comfort.
How do employers order uvex prescription safety eyewear?
uvex provides an online prescription eyewear ordering system through which organisations can manage product selection and agreed spending limits, with employees issued the appropriate documentation before visiting an optician.
Can safety goggles be worn over prescription glasses?
Some safety goggles are designed to accommodate spectacles. The uvex megasonic features specialised recesses in the sides designed to provide space for spectacle side arms.