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Employers must ensure their workers wear head protection if they are at risk of being struck by falling objects, bumping their heads on fixed objects, or coming into contact with electrical hazards.
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But, despite the good sense inherent in the regulation, employees often fail to comply. "My hardhat makes me too warm." "My hardhat is too heavy." "I've never been hurt." "My hardhat makes me look silly." "My hardhat doesn't work with my safety glasses (face shield, hearing protection, etc.)". These complaints are all too common.
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Common Applications:
Our Hard Hats and Bump Caps are suitable for workers in a variety of industrial sectors including Construction, Transportation, and Aviation.
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- Automotive Service
- Transportation
- Warehouse & Logistics
- Golf Course Maintenance
- Aviation
- Security
- Food/Beverage Processing
- Recycling
- Shipping
- Railways
- Maintenance
- Construction
- Oil & Gas Industries
- Utilities
- Power Plants
- Chemical
- Wastewater Treatment
- Forestry
- Sand & Gravel
- Mining
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Head Protection is Personal Protective Equipment.
Head protection is a category of “personal protective equipment” or PPE. As such, it is subject to standards created by various regulating bodies across the globe. The most vital of those for our purposes are established by OSHA/ANSI in the United States, CSA in Canada, and EN in Europe. Read more »
The OSHA standards delineate two basic types of safety helmets: Type 1 helmets/hardhats are designed to reduce the force of impact from a blow to the top of the head, while Type 2 helmets are designed to reduce the force of impact from a blow to the top, front, back, and sides of the head.
OSHA also provides electrical-protective classifications for helmets:
- Class G – General helmet. Designed to reduce exposure to low-voltage conductors, proof tested at 2200V
- Class E – Electrical helmet. Designed to reduce exposure to high-voltage conductors, proof tested at 20,000V
- Class C – Conductive helmet. Not intended to provide protection against contact with electrical conductors.
Operating temperature range is another consideration in helmet selection:
- Basic temperature applications from 0°F (-18°C) to 120°F (49°C)
- Low-temperature applications down to -22°F (-30°C)
- High-temperature applications up to 140°F (60°C)
Finally, all safety helmets/hardhats must feature a hard outer shell and a lining that absorbs shock.
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Why Airmatic?
Head protection is not the most sophisticated or costly category of products we offer at AIRMATIC, but it’s an important one, so we give it our full attention. Respectful of many different features someone might look for — or look to avoid— we offer hundreds of options. Always looking for quality and value, we choose to work with Centurion, a manufacturer that has excelled in the space for more than 140 years.
In short, across the board and in every instance, you can count on us to do our homework, take your concerns and your business seriously, and offer you products that will help support safety, efficiency, and productivity.
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FAQs
Q: Who should wear PPE hard hats?Read more »
A: All construction and industrial workers who may be subject to falling debris or objects, bumping into fixed objects, or electrical shock hazards should wear head protection. The class and type will vary depending on the specific nature of the threat.
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Q: What hazards require head protection? Read more »
A: According to the OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.135, “employees working in areas where there is a possible danger of head injury from impact, or from falling or flying objects, or from electrical shock and burns, shall be protected by protective helmets.”
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Q: What should I look for in PPE head protection hats? Read more »
A: Good head protection should be able to do all the following:
- Resist penetration and blows to the head
- Provide a suspension system to absorb impact
- Provide insulation from electrical shocks, when necessary
- Be water resistant and slow burning
- Shield the scalp, face, neck, and shoulders
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Q: What PPE head protection is most effective? Read more »
A: PPE is most effective when it is . .
- Manufactured from strong, durable, and proper material
- Manufactured by a certified company
- In good condition
- Fits the individual properly
- Worn properly
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Q: How can I tell if my PPE hard hat is appropriate for the job?Read more »
A: Helmets that comply with established standards must be marked with proper certification. Inside the helmet, you’ll find markings that indicate the standards requirements met, as well as the class designation. Hard hats must also include the date of manufacture and the manufacturer’s name.
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Q: How do I know if I should upgrade or change my head protection?Read more »
A: You should regularly inspect your head protection for damage or degradation — Not only the helmet surface, but also the suspension system. If there is damage, the PPE should be replaced immediately. Also be sure to review your PPE’s certification if you take on new work with new potential hazards.
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