{"product_id":"msa-10115840-safety-10115840-v-gardclear-polycarbonate-fac-face-shield","title":"MSA 10115840 Safety 10115840 V-GardClear Polycarbonate Fac Face Shield","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMSA 10115840 Safety 10115840 V-GardClear Polycarbonate Fac Face Shield Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe MSA 10115840 is an ANSI Z87.1-compliant chemical splash face shield designed for chemical handling, laboratory, and liquid splash environments. Constructed from impact-resistant polycarbonate, it provides full-face coverage from brow to below the chin — protecting the face, cheeks, and jaw from hazards that \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-glasses\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7\"\u003esafety glasses\u003c\/a\u003e and goggles cannot address alone. V-GARD VISOR VERSATILITY: These V-Gard visors are designed for complete compatibility with the full line of V-Gard Frames and V-Gard Headgear. The visors can be installed and worn with helmet-mounted ear muffs and other V-Gard headwear attachments (see specific accessories for best fit guidelines)..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction and Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lens window is constructed from injection-molded polycarbonate, providing high impact resistance that exceeds acetate in ANSI Z87.1 high-impact testing, with strong resistance to UV-induced surface crazing. The included headgear assembly fits most adult head sizes and supports standalone or over-hard-hat deployment. PROTECTION FROM IMPACT: Each visor is carefully developed and thoroughly tested to high impact levels (Z87+) to provide the most protection possible. They are made with the maximum UV protection and designed to be slightly thicker than average for an industrial-grade full-coverage facial and vision barrier, regardless of the application. The lens window extends coverage across the full frontal face profile with side geometry providing lateral protection. Construction meets or exceeds ANSI Z87.1 high-velocity impact requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompliance and Ratings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated to ANSI Z87.1 and OSHA 1910.133 for chemical splash and liquid hazard environments. ANSI\/ISEA Z87.1 governs occupational eye and face protective devices; OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 mandates its use in workplaces with documented eye and face hazards. Face shields should be used as part of a layered protection strategy per the OSHA PPE hierarchy. THE SAFETY COMPANY: In the spirit of the MSA mission, all components of the above-the-neck\/hard hat accessories product line harness precision engineering to craft the highest-quality safety products to enable work in the safest environments possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn chemical environments, full-face coverage extends protection below the chin and to the peripheral face. Per OSHA 1910.133, face shields in chemical applications must be used over appropriate goggles — not as standalone protection. COMPREHENSIVE APPLICATIONS: V-Gard visors are perfect for industries like: general industry, manufacturing, repair and maintenance, construction, oil and gas, forestry, shipbuilding, metalworking, automotive, and mining. Applications: chipping, splash, chiselling, drilling, grinding, machining, power fastening, sanding, sawing and more!. Maintaining lens cleanliness and replacing lenses when scratched preserves visibility quality for precision work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStrengths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePolycarbonate lens provides ANSI Z87.1-rated impact protection for chemical splash applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptical-grade lens maintains clarity without distortion at working distances\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete assembly includes headgear — no separate accessory purchase required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable headgear fits most adult head sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull-face coverage from brow to chin protects areas beyond eyewear reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull-face coverage from brow to chin provides protection not achievable with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-glasses\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7\"\u003esafety glasses\u003c\/a\u003e alone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLimitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFace shields do not seal the eye surround — \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-glasses\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7\"\u003esafety glasses\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-goggles\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7\"\u003esafety goggles\u003c\/a\u003e must be worn underneath in chemical splash and grinding environments per OSHA 1910.133\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLens scratching from abrasive contact degrades clarity over time; replacement lenses should be sourced when transmission quality decreases\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne-size-fits-most headgear may not accommodate all head sizes or hard hat platforms; verify compatibility before crew-scale procurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChemical mixing and transfer; laboratory acid and caustic handling; pharmaceutical manufacturing; janitorial with caustic products; paint spray. Appropriate for any OSHA-regulated workplace where face and eye hazard assessments document a risk requiring face shield-level protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVerdict\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MSA 10115840 face shield delivers ANSI Z87.1-compliant protection for chemical splash applications in a polycarbonate construction suited for industrial environments. Buyers should verify headgear compatibility and application requirements before crew-scale procurement. For the full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/face-shields\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7\"\u003eface shields\u003c\/a\u003e across brands and protection levels, or for paired \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eye-protection\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7\"\u003eeye protection\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-glasses\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7\"\u003esafety glasses\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/safety-goggles\" style=\"color:#4fc3f7\"\u003esafety goggles\u003c\/a\u003e — explore the WC Safety protective equipment range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MSA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44143835611224,"sku":"10115840","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/1900\/0920\/files\/11SchSwTKrL._SL500.jpg?v=1779778142","url":"https:\/\/wcsafety.com\/products\/msa-10115840-safety-10115840-v-gardclear-polycarbonate-fac-face-shield","provider":"WC Safety","version":"1.0","type":"link"}