So what exactly are they and how are they used?  Well, first of all they are not the same as hard hats.   In fact, they cannot even be used in the same capacity as them.  This is because they do not have the same protective features that you would find in your typical protective head gear.

That means that the ANSI (American National Standards Institute), which is the body that ensures the safety of the work environment,  does not acknowledge these hats as adequate safety gear.  They are only to be used for protection from minor scrapes and bruises. Like for example in a baseball game, which is their main use.

You can see these neat little Vulcan bump caps  in many different areas of your life.  They are primarily designed for workplaces with minor hazards.  This could include meter reading, meat processing plants, pest control and other such jobs.  They are not typical hard hats, but they do provide a good amount of protection from small bangs to the head.

What you may not be aware is that if you watch a baseball game you are looking at them almost constantly.  That’s because they are what the batters use when they go up to the plate to bat, these caps are know as first base bump caps.  Sometimes you may also find them under the hats of ball players, as somewhat of a protective lining.  They are small enough that they can hardly be noticed, yet their presence gives the wearer a little more peace of mind, so to speak.

Just like your typical hard hats, bump helmets come in a variety of styles and colors.  Besides their smaller size they may be a little hard to distinguish from their larger counterparts.  In fact, you can even get them with longer brims that resemble a casual baseball hat.  And bump caps come with side vents and adjustable head straps that allow comfort at the same time as offering protection.

They are great for children to wear when they are playing games like baseball or rounders, and for extra assurance they could be worn for most outdoor light play.  Bump Caps look good, are comfortable to wear and will protect agains the normal rough and tumble of a typical childs outdoor activities.

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As you can imagine there are many different types of styles of protective head wear on the market.  But when it comes to keeping your head safe there is no logical reason for cutting corners since your life, and in the event of an accident, your lifestyle,  may depend on it.

Fiber metal hard hats are one of the most advanced and sophisticated types of protection available today.  That’s why it’s important to look at their features before you buy.

Other helmets may have a smooth exterior appearance, but they do not have the inside protection.   The interior shell has a padded headband that provides a circle of protection completely around your head.  Not only does this make them comfortable, but more importantly this suspension system takes any trauma to the cap and evenly separates it and dispenses it into the the eight load bearing points which make up the suspension system. The crown design is superb and revolutionary.

This type of protection differs from traditional head gear because of their design.  They are developed to adsorb as much force as possible when struck by a foreign object.  Some other model’s protection ends here as there is no way to prevent the exertion of the force from continuing into the head  directly below the area where the helmet was struck.

So, in essence, the protection is basically limited to the thickness of the plastic coating of the head wear.  While this provides more protection than an absence of head gear it may still be insufficient for some situations.

Since there is no way to determine when a wearer is going to need additional safety measures on the job, it is a good idea to go to the utmost extent to maintain your guard.  Fiber metal construction hats have this safety measure in place to take your safety to the highest level possible.

MSA hard hats do come in fibre metal which are totally approved.  A fiber metal full brim hard hat is the best.

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So what is it with putting stickers or decals on a hard hat?

Well the list is nearly endless, but here are a few of the many uses they can serve. Now the list is nowhere near exhaustive so I apologize is I have left some out. But feel free to use your imagination.  Here goes.

Identification.

If you are working on a large construction project, there can be hundreds of hard hats in the locker room. But there will only be one that you have adjusted to your exact size and will sit comfortably and safely all day long. Put your sticker on it and you will find your own hat every time.

By doing this you will also be making each and ever person responsible for their own MSA hard hat, and that in itself will mean that they will take more care of it than if they are wearing a different one each day. In the longer term this will mean that your hard hats are kept in better condition, will work better and need to be replaced less, saving money.

Hard Hat Stickers For Job Titles.

How embarrassing is it when the latest red neck tells the CEO how it really is? Do I have to go there? A simple decal on their hardhat would immediately identify the fact that the “suit” was the Big Cheese.

Make it Personal.

You want to stick out from the crowd and let everyone know what you are about. You are a Bulls fanatic perhaps, or a Giants fan, then a hardhat sticker with your team’s colours on will let everyone know where you are at. Stars and Stripes, Skull and Cross Bones, Daffy Duck, Road Runner, whatever floats your boat, they are out there, and you can get hard hat stickers custom made for this or just buy ready made off the shelf.

Promotion and Branding.

Get hard hat stickers with your corporate logo and show who you are on site. Make sure visitors wear their hats with your decal on so they don’t forget which of the many sites they are visiting that day.  You would be surprised how many photos are taken once your visitors are kitted out in PPE and your logo is front and center. This seems to happen mainly when you get the “ High Ups” coming to see how the Project is progressing.  In fact while you are at it, get your logos on the high visibility jackets too. There is no such thing as bad publicity, they say.

Safety Stickers For Hard Hats

One of the best ways of reinforcing important safety messages is to have safety stickers for hard hats made and put on every  hat. Just think about it for a second. Whilst you will only see the message once or twice on your own hardhat, every time you see someone else, the safety message will be there in front of your eyes. Very simple I know but at the same time, very effective.

Each job site and crew or gang, will have different safety messages that need to be regularly reinforced.  There is no one general safety message. Repitition is one of the best ways to get a message across, so seeing an important safety warning on the full brim hard hats of your co – workers is a great way of getting maximum exposure for that message.

Security and Tracking.

Site security is paramount nowadays.  Hard hat decals are a way of identifying who it is in what area and at what time. You can even use them to allow or deny access to certain personnel in specified zones. Now this will not be down to the hardhat decals themselves. Other technology will be required to apply the intelligence, such as CCTV, bar code readers or scanners, but you can see what is possible.

Hard hat stickers can also be used for fun and laughs, but you are missing out on the importance of them if you do not consider using them for the other more serious roles they can plan on a job, where safety comes first, second and third.

Click here to read more about official hard hat safety regulations.

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As a material carbon fiber is tough, strong and durable.  But what makes it ideal for use in protective head gear and protective clothing is its weight.  It is light enough to be comfortable enough for people to wear.  While you get added protection, you are not compromising the ability to work and perform.

Carbon fiber hard hats are now available in every shape and size, and most manufacturers offer a line in this material.  If it’s style you are after, then you can even get  Harley Davidson full brim hard hats that are made from carbon fiber.

Carbon fiber hats are worn just the same as all other hard hats.  They can still be worn with hard hat liners and this is advisable as it adds extra protection, comfort and warmth to any protective head gear.

Like most consturction materials and supplies, there is no comparison between buying these hats in single units and buying in bulk volume. The pricing is geared up and biased toward the mass buyer.  Consturction companies do tend to buy these in large quantities and as such can get them at a very good competitive price.

They are long lasting, and never really vary in style, and are not seasonal.  As such you can buy in bulk and store for years to take advantage of bulk discounts.

This will also ensure that you get free delivery.  Always follow the care instructions that come with your carbon fiber hard hats.  Yes they are very strong, but still need to be treated and handled with care.  Consider getting a specially made hard hat stand for your hats.  Insist that your gang or work group use it for when they are not wearing their construction helmets.

A construction site is not the best place, to leave these lying around.  It is a common misconception that because they are made of such strong carbon fibers that they can be abused.  All safety and protective clothing should be treated with the respect that a potentially life saving garment deserves.

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Full brim hard hats coupled with hard hat liners provides the maximum in both safety and Comfort.  And lets face it, if your gang or crew are not comfortable in their hats this will put them at risk of injury as the constantly pull and tweak on them.

Make sure that your hard hat liners comply with MSA helmet liner safety standards.

Hard hat liners are mostly used in winter to provide more warmth and insulation to the wearer.  The can fend off biting winds and snow but are also good for when it is raining hard, whether that is in winter or summer.

They are also great for protecting the neck from when the hat rubs off it.  Besides keeping your neck very warm, which is important in a physical job so that the muscles are less strained.

The more protective clothing the gang wear the better all round.

Buy hard hat liners in bulk for the best deals, they do not change from season to season, and are very long lasting.  Getting them in volumes dramatically brings the price down.

Follow the care and washing instuctions that come with your safety hat liners.  Most can just be washed simply in warm water with mild detergent but in some cases the do need specialist care or the complex thermal flame resistant lining can be ruined.

Liners can also be worn with carbon fiber hard hats.

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When doing any kind of work, protecting your head is very important. Just as you would wear safety goggles and other safety equipment, full brim hard hats are very important for your overall protection.

There are many different styles of hard hats available depending upon your needs. It is also worth considering the use of hard hat liners, for added protection and warmth.

While some people believe that hard hats are made from fiberglass, that is not true. Hard hats are made from high density polypropylene. They should never be worn backwards unless they are made to fit that way. People wear full brim hard hats as a protection from the sun because the brim helps to protect the face and ears from sun exposure.

It is personal preference or your employer requirements which will determine whether you wear a full brim hard hat or a traditional one. Whichever you choose, you should look at the carbon fiber hard hats too, as though sometimes these can be more expensive, they are the ultimate in head gear safety.

Many people take the wearing of a full brim hard hat and other safety equipment for granted, but they are there for a reason. Because of people being injured in the past, safety equipment is extremely important especially in the workplace. In fact, some OSHA standards require it.

However, it is important to note that construction hard hats do have a certain life span.

If your hat ever show signs of cracks, dents or any other damage,  the amount of safety protection it provides is greatly diminished.

Typically, studies have shown that hard hats have about a three year life span. If they have been stored and used infrequently, the lifespan may be longer.

However, fullbrim hardhats which are used on a daily basis may have a shorter lifespan. In other words, the lifespan depends on the degree of use, how the hats are cared for and the way that it’s been stored. If you are storing your hard hat, keep it out of direct sunlight, temperature extremes and dirt.

Full brim hard hats are available online in a variety of price ranges. You can even purchase ones with different emblems and designs on them. Make sure that the hard hats you purchase meet your employer’s standards. You can do some price comparison shopping online and find just the perfect safety equipment for your needs.

Another great thing to think of adding to your company hats are hard hat stickers also known as hard hat decals.  These can be custom made to give out what ever message you want.  But their most important use is for on site safety.

A full brim hard hat offers the most protection possible to your gang or crew.

The most economical way of purchasing your hat supply is to purchase in bulk.  Hard hats that are not worn will last for years and years and they will never go out of fashion as they are designed for safety, and not as fashion statements.

Consider if you have the budget, bulk buying, this will dramatically reduce your initial outlay, and afford you the opportunity of buying the more expensive durabel versions at a fraction of the cost you would pay if you were buying your full brim hard hat allocation in smaller quantities.

Fiber metal hard hats are generally considered to be the most advanced and sophisticated of the hard hat family. While they do tend to be that little bit more expensive, they are the creme de la creme of construction hard hats.  Your employees will be kitted out with the latest and ver best in head protection gear. MSA hard hats can also be purchased in fiber metal along with the full brim hard hat version of these hats.

Bump caps are slighlty different to hards hats, though in the same family of head protection they are made specifically to protect the head against lighter knocks, as in the name, they protect against bumps.  They look similar, but are normally smaller and lighter than their heavier more industrial counterparts.  Bump caps are used much more in sport than on a building site.  They are often used in children’s play, and are also associated with baseball.

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