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Hard hats undergo strict testing according to ANSI criteria before being deemed able to provide adequate head protection. The way this works is a sample of hard hats from a batch or production shift are set aside for testing. They are tested in several areas including impact energy attenuation, apex penetration, and electrical insulation. Testing... Continue Reading →
Many of today's workers work in environments where fatal flash fires and arc flashes are prevalent. Unfortunately, the main source of fatal and serious burn injuries is typically a result of the igniting of an individual's clothing. To reduce the severity of burn injuries from occurring involves the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). The... Continue Reading →
Choosing a welding glove can be a confusing venture. I realized at one point that I need a strategy. No, this is not playing a game of Battleship. Rather it is a strategy to ensure hand safety. According to the American Welding Society, a simple strategy to purchasing welding gloves is to remember the 3... Continue Reading →
Are you miserable wearing a hard hat in the heat? The good news you are not alone, so many workers complain of being too warm and sweat dripping into their eyes. Those days are over thanks to hard hat accessories by North, Occunomix, Rawhyde Frontier, MSA, and Miracool. One type of product that helps make... Continue Reading →
How do you keep cool at work during the warm months? Carry water, take a few breaks, or keep a hand held fan around? Those are great ideas, but there is an additional method of staying cool at work. Personal cooling products by MiraCool. What are MiraCool products? They are a line of water-activated cooling... Continue Reading →
Are you up-to-date with current ANSI standards for hard hats? If not, you need to, because product-testing procedures change and improved designs are introduced. This is the fifth revision of the standard that provides performance and testing requirements for hard hats. In 2003, ANSI revised the Z89.1-1997 standard. The changes were made according to national... Continue Reading →
The organizations called OSHA and ANSI are frequently mentioned in the workplace. Do you know who they are? OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is the main federal agency in charge of enforcing safety and health legislation. ANSI (American National Standards Institute) is a private, non-profit organization that produces industrial standards in the United States.... Continue Reading →
Ladies, the time has come for you to make a fashion statement at the jobsite! Several leading manufacturers heard your pleas to look more feminine at work. Manufacturers including North, MSA, Pyramex, and Skull Bucket listened and designed fashionable hard hats in shades of pink. The selection of pink hard hats featured includes hard hats... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the Hard Hats Blog! This is THE place to be for information about head protection. Here you will find product reviews and helpful tips to stay safe on the job. Please, let us know of topics and/or products that interest you. We would love to hear from you.
Did you know hard hat suspension systems need to be replaced too? All components of head protection gear (hard hat shell and suspension system) should be replaced at the same time. Keep in mind you need a hard hat and suspension of identical sizes and brands. It is necessary to ensure a proper fit and... Continue Reading →
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