Sunglasses and safety eyewear with the EN 172:1994/A1:2000 rating are tested for their specific sunglare reduction and light transmission levels. This ensures they provide comfortable vision and effective protection from bright light by filtering out excessive glare.

Products from companies with the ISO 14001:2015 rating are from organizations whose environmental management systems are verified for controlling their environmental impact, waste, and resource use. This means your purchase supports a company committed to sustainable operations and reducing its environmental footprint.

Test results

Products from companies with the EN ISO 9001:2015 rating are tested for the company's systems for consistently providing quality products and services and meeting customer needs. This means the company is committed to consistent quality, aiming to meet your needs and improve its offerings, leading to more reliable products and better customer experience.

Eye protection, such as safety glasses, goggles, and face shields, with the EN 166:2001 rating are tested for basic requirements including optical quality, field of vision, and resistance to impacts, liquid splashes, dust, and optical radiation. This ensures the eyewear provides reliable protection against various common hazards, promoting clear vision and safety.

Eye and face protectors with the EN ISO 16321-1:2022 rating are tested for general requirements, including protection against various occupational hazards like impacts, optical radiation, dust, and splashes. This ensures the product offers reliable safety and effective protection for your eyes and face during work and DIY activities.

PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 2 refers to equipment that is more complex, and has a higher level of risk. Examples of PPE Category 2 include safety helmets, ear protection, and fall arrest equipment. In Europe, PPE Category 2 must meet certain safety standards set by the European Union, which means that it must be designed and manufactured to protect the user without causing harm. Companies that make or sell PPE must prove that it meets these standards. They also must have a quality management system in place and have to be audited regularly by a notified body.