Only Type II helmets are certified for lateral protection. OSHA released an updated version of its “Head Protection: Safety Helmets in the Workplace”.Safety and Health Information Bulletin ...

While Type II helmets offer increased protection, selecting the right type of hard hat or helmet for a specific job or industry is crucial. Employers are encouraged to conduct risk assessments to ...

1 For this reason, general contractors are increasingly mandating Type II safety helmets, which offer the best protection according to a recent study. 2 Image Credit: Protective Industrial ...