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Why Type 2 Safety Helmets Are Replacing Traditional Hard Hats in Construction

Type 2 safety helmets are becoming the new standard in construction, offering enhanced protection against traumatic brain injuries. Learn why OSHA recommends the switch from traditional hard hats.

United Forming Inc. Commits to Companywide Transition to Safety Helmets

Recently our company made the decision to fully make the transition from traditional hard hats to Type II Safety Helmets in 2025. Several things factored into this decision.
Transition to Safety Helmets with Chin Straps | Canada Construction Safety Council

Transition to Safety Helmets with Chin Straps | Canada Construction Safety Council

Traditional hard hats can easily be dislodged during a fall or impact, rendering them ineffective. Safety helmets with chin straps offer a more secure fit, ensuring that head protection remains intact during unforeseen falls or impacts. This shift represents a...
Video: 2025 Iron Workers/IMPACT Conference: A Hard Hat Saved My Life

Video: 2025 Iron Workers/IMPACT Conference: A Hard Hat Saved My Life

Ike Pritchett from Ironworkers Local 10 shares his story about how wearing a hard hat saved his life on a construction site. He emphasizes the importance of safety measures and proper head protection to prevent struck-by injuries. 
Video: Selection and Practical Use of Head Protection in the Construction Industry

Video: Selection and Practical Use of Head Protection in the Construction Industry

This session will explore the practical application of concepts discussed previously, including the use of head protection to prevent TBIs, how to select appropriate headgear, and information covered in the...

Tulsa-Based Construction Company Using Safety Helmets, Hopes Others Adopt Them

Tulsa based Flintco has adopted a new standard for the most basic construction safety gear: the hard hat. Flintco employees nationwide wear an updated safety helmet with a chin strap, that offers better protection from impacts on the side.
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