You are caught off-guard on an especially sunny day and you can’t stand hauling your trailer one more mile without some shade for your eyes. After a futile search for your usual eyewear, you stop and pick up the first pair of sunglasses that fits your head and continue on your way. Problem solved, right? But was your choice of eye protection the best choice? Choose the best sunglasses for truck driving and contact Bay and Bay Transportation today!
We’ve all tried them. Those cheap sunglasses may be fine for the occasional trip, but if you’re a Minnesota truck driver investing in the long-term, you’ll need a professional grade pair of sunglasses. Sunglasses protect the eyes and bodies of truck drivers while they drive. Some benefits include:
• Protection from harmful UV rays
• Relieves stress on the eyes
• Keeps your outlook fresh and alert
• Cuts down on glare and reflections
• Clearer vision of potential obstacles hidden by glare
• Looking super cool and ready to take on the world
Okay, that last one just might be our own personal opinion. At Bay & Bay Transportation, we happen to think that our truck drivers are the best of them all. That’s why we want to make sure each driver is safe and protected.
There are certain characteristics you should look for when you’re investing in a professional grade pair of sunglasses. Before purchasing, check to make sure that:
• The lenses are good quality and not warped
• They provide 99% to 100% UV-A and UV-B protection
• They screen out 75% to 90% of visible light
• The frames are stiff and won’t bend out of shape
• They are scratch resistant
• The lenses reduce glare and reflection and preferably have a gray tint to allow for proper color recognition
Another sure sign of a great pair of sunglasses is those that are marked as polarized. This means that the lenses are specifically made to reduce glare and reflection.
Before you purchase any pair, hold them up and move them around to see if they will distort your view in any way. As with anything in the transportation service, it’s important for truck drivers to be aware of their surroundings and the nuances of your equipment.
For more tips or to apply to Bay & Bay Transportation, check out our driver opportunities or apply by clicking here.