Your eyes occupy only 2 square inches of your face, but they open up the entire world for you. Needless to say, your vision is precious. Without realizing it, however, people sometimes put their sight at risk by doing everyday activities. Not wearing protective eyewear during certain activities at home, work or while participating in sports. Depending on the activity, appropriate eye protection may include goggles, face masks, helmets and glasses with shatter-resistant, polycarbonate lenses.