What Safety Gate found
German authorities reported that the 'Hobfu' brand laser safety glasses fail to provide the protection claimed. Testing indicates the lenses do not offer the required attenuation against laser radiation, leading to a risk of retinal damage and vision impairment. The product failed to comply with the Personal Protective Equipment Regulation.
Why this matters
Laser protective eyewear is a critical secondary safety measure when operating laser machinery. If glasses fail to provide the specified optical density (OD) for a given wavelength, the user may be exposed to hazardous radiation while believing they are protected, leading to irreversible eye injury.
What buyers should check
Always verify that laser safety glasses are CE-marked and specify the protection levels (optical density and wavelength range) required for your specific laser machine (e.g., CO2, fiber, or diode laser). Ensure the product is accompanied by a valid EU Declaration of Conformity.
Official source
Safety Gate reference: A12/01535/21. Available at: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10004655
European Commission Safety Gate
Alert A12/01535/21. Open the Commission record to inspect the source information directly.
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