{"product_id":"3m-gg501sgaf-gogglegear-500-series-safety-goggles","title":"3M GG501SGAF GoggleGear 500 Series Safety Goggles","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2a2520;border-left:4px solid #ff9800;padding:18px 22px;margin:18px 0;color:#f5e6d3;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;\"\u003eDisclosures \u0026amp; editorial standards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWC Safety participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. Outbound Amazon links are affiliate links. We accept no manufacturer payment, sponsorship, or product samples. \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff;\"\u003eThis content is not medical, legal, or regulatory advice.\u003c\/strong\u003e Safety equipment selection is governed by applicable OSHA standards and your facility's safety program.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003e3M GoggleGear 500 Series GG501SGAF, Clear, Scotchgard Anti-fog Lens, 1 Pair\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong style=\"color:#fff;\"\u003e3M GoggleGear 500 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e (SKU: GG501SGAF) are ANSI Z87.1-rated safety goggles providing wraparound eye protection with a secure, sealed fit against dust, debris, and chemical splashes. Unlike safety glasses, goggles create a complete seal around the eye socket, blocking airborne particles, liquid splash, and chemical mist from reaching the eye from any angle. They meet the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 for eye and face protection in industrial, construction, laboratory, and chemical environments. Browse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-goggles\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eSafety Goggles collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare styles, or check current Amazon pricing: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B016L26QS0?tag=wcsafety04-20\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3M GoggleGear 500 Series on Amazon\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#1a1a1a;border-left:4px solid #ff9800;border-radius:4px;padding:16px 20px;margin:24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eQuick Facts — 3M GoggleGear 500 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top:8px;padding-left:18px;line-height:1.9;color:#e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \/ Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3M — GoggleGear 500 Series (GG501SGAF)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard:\u003c\/strong\u003e ANSI Z87.1 High Impact certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUV Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blocks 99.9% of UV-A and UV-B radiation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLens type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear — full visible light transmission for indoor and low-light environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-fog:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory anti-fog lens coating — maintains clarity in humid, high-temperature, and perspiration-prone environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOSHA compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets 29 CFR 1910.133 requirements for eye and face protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e GG501SGAF | \u003cstrong\u003eASIN:\u003c\/strong\u003e B016L26QS0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eSafety Goggles vs. Safety Glasses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#e0e0e0;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eSafety glasses provide frontal and side impact protection but leave gaps at the top and sides of the eye socket. Safety goggles form a continuous seal against the face, protecting against threats that safety glasses cannot stop: fine dust, chemical mists, liquid splash, vapors, and fine particles blown from any direction. OSHA and ANSI require goggle-level protection for operations including chemical handling, grinding near others, overhead work with debris risk, and any application involving splash hazards. The 3M GoggleGear 500 Series meets these requirements with a comfortable, adjustable fit suitable for extended wear. See our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-goggles\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eSafety Goggles collection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-glasses\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003esafety glasses\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/face-shields\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eface shields\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eye-protection\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003efull eye protection range\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hearing-protection\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003ehearing protection\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/respiratory-protection\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003erespirators\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/3m-gg3001ssgaf-gogglegear-3000-series-safety\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003e3M GoggleGear 500 Series GG501SGAF\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/honeywell-b085srnkmq-uvex-stealth-otg-safety-goggles-clear\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUvex S3960HS Stealth HydroShield\u003c\/a\u003e for more protection options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#ff9800;\"\u003eFAQ — 3M GoggleGear 500 Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #333;border-radius:6px;overflow:hidden;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;color:#ff9800;font-weight:bold;background:#1e1e1e;\"\u003eAre the 3M GoggleGear 500 Series ANSI Z87.1 rated?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding:14px 18px;color:#e0e0e0;margin:0;\"\u003eYes. The 3M GoggleGear 500 Series (SKU: GG501SGAF) meets ANSI\/ISEA Z87.1 High Impact requirements, the standard required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 for industrial eye protection. The Z87.1 marking appears on the frame and lens. High-impact Z87.1+ rated protectors withstand a steel ball impact at 150 fps (frame) and 102 fps (lens), far exceeding the basic impact standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;color:#ff9800;font-weight:bold;background:#1e1e1e;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between safety goggles and safety glasses?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding:14px 18px;color:#e0e0e0;margin:0;\"\u003eSafety glasses protect the front and sides of the eye but leave gaps where dust, splash, or vapors can enter from above, below, or the inner corners. Safety goggles use a flexible frame that seals against the face, providing 360-degree protection around the eye socket. OSHA requires goggle-level protection for chemical splash, dust, fine particle, and optical radiation hazards where the direction of threat is not limited to the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;color:#ff9800;font-weight:bold;background:#1e1e1e;\"\u003eDo the 3M GoggleGear 500 Series protect against chemical splash?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding:14px 18px;color:#e0e0e0;margin:0;\"\u003eThe 3M GoggleGear 500 Series provide wraparound protection appropriate for dust and debris. For chemical splash operations, verify that the specific model you select carries the ANSI Z87.1 D3 liquid splash designation. Direct-vented goggles are NOT suitable for chemical splash — select an indirect-vented or non-vented model for splash hazards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;color:#ff9800;font-weight:bold;background:#1e1e1e;\"\u003eHow do I prevent safety goggles from fogging?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding:14px 18px;color:#e0e0e0;margin:0;\"\u003eThe 3M GoggleGear 500 Series feature a factory-applied anti-fog lens coating that significantly reduces fogging in humid, high-temperature, and perspiration-heavy environments. To maintain coating effectiveness, clean lenses with a soft cloth and mild soap — avoid abrasive cleaners or paper towels that can scratch the coating. Anti-fog coatings typically remain effective for 1–2 years with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #333;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;color:#ff9800;font-weight:bold;background:#1e1e1e;\"\u003eCan I wear the 3M GoggleGear 500 Series over prescription glasses?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding:14px 18px;color:#e0e0e0;margin:0;\"\u003eThe 3M GoggleGear 500 Series are not specifically designed as OTG (Over-The-Glasses) goggles and may not comfortably accommodate prescription frames. If you require goggle protection over prescription eyewear, we recommend our Uvex Stealth OTG (S3970DF) which is specifically designed for this purpose. Alternatively, prescription safety glasses with goggle-style side shields may be appropriate for your application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 18px;cursor:pointer;color:#ff9800;font-weight:bold;background:#1e1e1e;\"\u003eWhat OSHA standard requires safety goggles?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding:14px 18px;color:#e0e0e0;margin:0;\"\u003eOSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 (General Industry) and 29 CFR 1926.102 (Construction) require employers to provide eye and face protection whenever employees are exposed to eye or face hazards from flying particles, molten metal, liquid chemicals, acids, caustic liquids, chemical gases or vapors, potentially injurious light radiation, or a combination of these hazards. ANSI Z87.1 is the referenced standard. OSHA specifically requires goggles (rather than safety glasses) for chemical splash, dust operations, and certain grinding applications. The 3M GoggleGear 500 Series (GG501SGAF) meets ANSI Z87.1 and is an accepted form of eye protection under 29 CFR 1910.133.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color:#888;font-size:0.85em;margin-top:24px;\"\u003eVendor: 3M | Model: GG501SGAF | ASIN: B016L26QS0 | Type: Safety Goggles | Standard: ANSI Z87.1\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"3M","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44142997438552,"sku":"70071674967","price":18.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/31VmnM5NKzL._SL500.jpg?v=1779753915","url":"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/products\/3m-gg501sgaf-gogglegear-500-series-safety-goggles","provider":"WC Safety","version":"1.0","type":"link"}