Hard Hats Hard Hats Company Harlan McPhee North McPhee South Powerhawke Ravex Richards Company Using the Form Job Name * Job Name and/or Number Date * Additional Comments Foreman Name * Attended By (Required) Hard Hats The average hard hat weighs about 14 ounces. That's less than one pound. The average worker’s head weight is 14 pounds, so there is an ounce of protection for every pound of head, provided that the hard hat is properly worn. The brain is the control center of the body. The slightest damage to any part of the brain will cause malfunction of some area of the body. The skull, under normal circumstances, protects the brain, but when there is a possibility of injury from being struck by / against, stationary, falling, dropped or flying objects, additional protection is needed -- that's why you have a hard hat! It provides an additional layer of protection for your brain, which could mean the difference between life and death or serious injury. Phalcon requires that hard hats be worn at all times to ensure workers' safety on the job site. Why? Because they work! Wearing of face shields or welding helmets does not remove the requirement for hard hats. In these cases, hard hat compatible mounts or adapters must be used. Remember; inspect your PPE daily, prior to use. If it is damaged, bring it to your supervisor’s attention and replace it immediately. As an object falls it picks up speed and force. It may be hard to believe but even an object as small as a washer or bolt can inflict massive damage to your brain if it strikes your unprotected head which can cause a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). Your hard hat has been designed to deflect falling or flying objects and to absorb some of the shock energy of impact. Additional shock energy is absorbed by the suspension system, which distributes the force over a larger area of the head and neck. Some workers complain about the weight of their hard hats and that they are uncomfortable to wear, especially in warm weather. Regarding any discomfort from heat -- hard hats provide the head with a cover of shade, and air is able to circulate around the head between the suspension and the outer shell. Hard hats are a very important part of your protective equipment and must never be modified with vent holes. A Hard hat’s electrical performance is divided into three categories: Class E, Electrical; Class G, General, and; Class C, Conductive. If you're working where there is the potential for electrical shock, make sure your hard hat is a dielectric type or Class E. Class E (Electrical) Hard Hats are designed to reduce exposure to high voltage conductors and offer dielectric protection up to 20,000 volts (phase to ground). Metal hard hats (Class C) make great electrical conductors and do not belong on our construction sites. Cleaning of your hard hat should be done often by using mild soap and warm water and wipe off any dirt and grime. The hat should be rinsed with clean water, the shell wiped dry with a soft cloth, and the suspension and sweatband allowed to air dry. STATISTICS OFFER PROOF POSITIVE THAT HARD HATS PREVENT OR LESSEN HEAD INJURIES. BE SMART. WEAR YOUR HARD HAT! Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Picture Upload Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum upload size: 52.43MB reCAPTCHA Submit Δ
