The modern workplace has evolved. Whether you’re in manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, or even working under lamps outdoors, artificial LED (light-emitting diodes) lights are replacing those old, dull lighting systems, saving companies millions of pounds in energy costs. But there is a new cost on the line: workers’ eye health. Headaches, neck pain, lower concentration and productivity, and even the potential for loss of vision could come from prolonged exposure to artificial light, as they expose employees’ eyes to varying degrees of a very particular light ray, called blue light, while on the job. Unfortunately, our eyes’ natural filters do not provide sufficient protection against these kinds of light rays, and recent studies debate if there is a correlating rise in specific health issues with the increased use of LEDs. By understanding what blue light is and where it can be found in your workplace, as well as considering options to mitigate or eliminate exposure, you’ll not only help keep potential accidents to a minimum, but you’ll help ensure the safety and health of your employees’ eyes.

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