Head injuries are no joke. When you are working at a construction site, it is important to keep your head safe. Head injuries can be fatal, so protecting yourself from them should be standard. Hard hats can protect more than just your head. They can protect your eyes, nose, ears, and mouth. Here is everything you need to know about wearing a hard hat at your job site:

WHEN ARE HARD HATS REQUIRED?

Hard hats are required in many instances. If there is a possibility that a falling object that might hit your head, you need one. You also need one if there is any electrical hazard you’re standing underneath. They are also required where you could hit your head on a protruding object and harm yourself.

HOW DO HARD HATS WORK?

Hard hats have many components that keep the wearer safe. The most prominent feature is the hard shell on the exterior of the hat. It is designed to resist a blow to the head. If it were soft, it would do nothing to keep your head safe. There is also a suspension system that is used as a shock absorber. It maintains a safe distance between your head and the shell of the hat.

OTHER PROTECTIONS

Besides keeping your head safe from falling objects or getting hit head-on, hard hats are great for other protections. They can be used as an insulator against electrical shocks at a worksite. Not all hard hats can protect against electrical shock, so make sure yours does beforehand. Hard hats can also protect against getting liquids in your eyes. They can prevent drips, spills, or splashes from hitting your face since some fluids are toxic or harmful to the eyes and skin. The brim is an important aspect of the hard hat. Keep your face and head protected from them. You can also wear the hard hat backward if there is a chance of any liquids going down your back.

WHAT IF MY HARD HAT IS DEFECTIVE?

If your hard hat is cracked, deformed, or broken in any way, you need a new one. It won’t perform to the best of its abilities, so make sure you keep yourself safe and get a replacement. Inspect your hard hat daily to make sure it is working correctly.

CONTACT ATLANTIC EQUIPMENT

At Atlantic Equipment, we want to keep you safe. If you are ever in need of hard hats, contact any of our locations to learn about our inventory. We have locations in Massachusetts, New York, Florida, and Connecticut. Call us today to get in touch with our experts!