In what scenario is it still important to wear eye protection while using power tools?

Wearing eye protection while using power tools is crucial in scenarios where there is a risk of flying debris, sparks, or hazardous material. When grinding or cutting materials, these activities often generate small particles, metal shavings, and sparks that can easily ricochet and cause serious eye injuries. Eye protection helps to shield the eyes from these potential hazards, preventing cuts, abrasions, or even more severe injuries resulting from impacts.

In contrast, using power tools in bright light, near water, or for a shorter duration does not inherently increase the risks that necessitate eye protection. While it may be important to consider other factors related to safety in those situations, none of them carry the direct risk of eye injury that grinding or cutting materials does.