There is no legal requirement for hard hat expiry date as it varies based on the condition of each work site. As a general guideline, most hard hat manufacturers recommend replacing hard hats every five years regardless of outside appearance. If you work under extreme conditions, such as exposure to high temperatures, chemicals, or sunlight, … Read more
Since OSHA has moved away from using Hard hat to Safety helmet, there has been some questions. Understanding that hard hat is of two (2) types – Type 1 and Type 2 Type 1 hard hat: This hard hat is intended to reduce the force of impact resulting from a blow only to the top … Read more
It is no longer news that OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) has announced that the agency is replacing traditional hard hats used by its employees with more modern safety helmets to protect them better when they are on inspection sites. This was borne out of the need to reduce head injuries which has been … Read more
OSHA Announces Switch From Traditional Hard Hats To Safety Helmets – In order to better safeguard its workers when they are on inspection sites, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of the U.S. Department of Labor has announced that it is swapping out the traditional hard hats that its staff wear for more contemporary … Read more