Q: Are there any current restrictions on eye protection when it comes to tinted/shaded lenses for indoor use?
A: OSHA doesn’t have any specific restrictions on tinted/shaded lenses used indoors. However, OSHA would question whether the glasses would be creating a hazard by wearing them indoors. For example, if the person wearing them is driving a forklift, the tinted glasses may impair their vision thus creating a hazard for themselves and others in the area. The same can be said for someone who is on foot. The glasses could impair their vision as well and they might not be able to recognize moving equipment, parts, material, etc. that might be in close proximity to them. If you don’t want to totally prohibit their use you could regulate the darkness of the glasses that are being worn.
