Things To Put Into Consideration When Buying Hard Hats

By Cornelia White


Almost all hard hats apart from those worn by children aged between 3 to 5 years should be approved by OSHA. Look at the inside part of the cap and see if there is an inscription showing that it has been approved by the relevant authorities. These authorities ensure that the protective head wear is tested to ensure it can resist a strong impact when one is hit on the head and is not flammable.

This type of head wear can be placed into different categories. Construction firm caps are worn by people who work in construction sites. Due to the nature of their work it is essential for people working in construction sites to wear a protective wear on the head to guard against debris and other sharp or hard objects. The gears worn by this group of people should be made according to the set standards and approved by the relevant authorities.

Research online about helmets and find out why and when you need to wear them. Armed with this information you will be able to buy the right kind of helmet. If you are asked by your company to buy your own helmet it is important to find from your employer the specifications of the helmet that you should buy.

Buy a head wear that fits you properly. A hat that is too tight will make you very uncomfortable and cause you to have headaches because of the pressure that is exerted on your head. While a loose helmet will keep falling of your head posing danger when you are working. It will also not be able to offer enough resistance in case something falls on your head as you are working.

Reverse helmets have a marking that shows that it can be worn backwards known as the reverse donning arrow. However this kind of hat should be worn according to the instructions given by the manufacturer. Note that not all helmets can be worn backwards and therefore you need to only purchase those that have been made for this special purpose if need be.

Inspect the suspension for cracks, cut straps or loss of softness. Keys should fit into the right slots. Follow the instructions given by the manufacturer when assembling the wear. If the suspension has cracks or damaged you should take to an expert for services or replace it. Do not modify or drill holes on the helmet and avoid direct contact with electricity as this reduces the amount of protection that it offers to your head.

If the company is buying the hats in large quantities for their employees it is advisable to buy directly from the producer. This creates a sense of assurance that what you are purchasing for your employees is genuine. It is also cheaper when you purchase large quantities from the producer as opposed to buying them directly from the store.

Most helmets worn by children are made of plastic material. These hats do not need to be approved by the existing authorities. Children wear these head gears when they are playing or riding bicycles. It has a head band that can be adjusted easily and is usually worn by children who are 3 years and above. For children who are over 6 years need to wear hard hats that have been approved OSHA.




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