On this day in 1959, hockey goalie Jacques Plante had had enough. Tired of getting hit in the head with pucks, he left the ice and returned wearing a plastic face shield that became standard gear for goalies. He proved an ounce of prevention is worth thousands at the dentist's office. The same is true when you work in your shop at home. Safety gear is essential. Don't count on eyeglasses to protect your eyes. Wear safety goggles, and for full-face protection, use a clear plastic wraparound face shield. Protect hearing, too. Wear ear plugs or muff-type ear protectors with a noise-reduction rating of at least 25. Keep disposable dust masks handy and a heavier-duty, dual-cartridge respirator mask to protect lungs from dust, dirt and fumes. And that's the On The House tip for today.