I’ve got compressed air in my garage, I’m always careful not to overinflate, and I put on safety glasses for just about anything, but especially when I’m using air tools.
When I was young I seldom wore gloves or eye protection. As I get older things hurt more and I got smarter. I wear safety goggles whenever I deem them necessary and gloves for most everything.
I never stand or squat right in front of a tire I’m inflating. I usually stand to one side, and reach down - just in case.