One unique thing about drillers is our ability to determine conditions at the bit without actually seeing what goes on at the bit. This skill takes a long time to develop and, combined with good decision-making, determines a driller’s success. But what if we had to make all decisions in our lives without the aid of vision?
How many times have we completed a task without eye protection that should have required eye protection? Drilling, welding, grinding, mixing chemicals, pressure washing and myriad other things require eye protection. Despite knowing this, often workers fail to wear the proper protection for the job or wear no eye protection at all.