VPS 37.06
8.2 Welders shall have vision acuity of 20/30 or better in either eye, and shall be able to read
the Jaeger No.2 Eye Chart at 16 inches (400mm). Corrected or uncorrected vision may be
used to achieve eye test requirements. If corrected vision is required to pass eye test
requirements, then that fact shall be notated on qualification. Vision shall be tested to
these requirements every two years.
PPS 37.06
8.3 At least once a year every welder must be tested and meet the following minimum
acceptance standards for visual acuity:
• Distant vision of 20/30 in at least one eye, either corrected or uncorrected.
• Near vision in at least one eye, either corrected or uncorrected, of Jaeger #2 or
Snellen 14/18 at a distance of 16" (406.4 mm).