Can you get eye damage from welding frequently even with a mask on ?

(2011-04-26 14:20:11) 1. Top Contributor Snoop Says: Down the road is it possible to prevent eye damage from welding with a mask on at all times?2. Duane Drew Says: Using to light of a lens can give you flash burns. Most modern hoods have auto lenses and I've never had a problem when using them even though I burned my eyes badly about 25 years ago. You should be able to tell if your lens is too light far before you do any perm. damage to your eyes. Even a slight flash burn will give you irritated eyes that are red and scratchy and if you notice anything like that talk to your supplier about what they have available in either darker lenses or quicker auto hoods and match it to the type of welding you're doing the most.3. Stuart H Says: Please wear the helmet! Without it you are exposing your eyes and face to a lot of UV radiation this will burn your skin and blind you.4. D Says: No, not if you're using the right kind of mask. Tag: Can you get eye damage from welding frequently even with a mask on ?