Protective eyewear is worn to prevent blood and body substances from contaminating the mucous membranes of the eyes. Protective eyewear is available by request for employee use and will be replaced if lost or damaged. In hospital areas where non-hospital employees routinely work, such as in the Labor and Delivery Unit, protective eyewear, as well as other barrier protection equipment, will be available in a central location for use by these persons.
	Protective eyewear should be worn during procedures where blood and body substances may be expected to splash or splatter.
	Non-disposable protective eyewear should be removed and cleaned after each use with soap and water and dried with a paper towel. If visibly soiled, wipe with a 70% alcohol solution.

Face Shields

Face shields are worn to prevent blood and body substances from contaminating the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and mouth during procedures which may cause splashing or splattering. If blood and body substances are expected to become aerosolized during a procedure, a mask should also be worn. Non-disposable face shields should be removed and cleaned after each use with soap and water and dried with a paper towel. If visibly soiled, wipe the face shield with a 70% alcohol solution.