Page 33 - Classimax Magazine - Issue #9

Helmets, Wearing One

Could Save A Worker’s Life

Check the helmet for deep scratches or breaks;

if severe replace the helmet

Every year, mostly in the Helmets come in a variety of designs with any other personal protective
construction industry, workers are and it is important that the right equipment such as eye protectors.
killed or injured as a result of a head type is provided for the work to be The design should allow them to be
injury. If a safety helmet is worn the done. Contact a supply house or even worn comfortably to remain effective.
chances of being seriously hurt are contact a manufacturer directly if The manufacturer’s label will tell the
greatly reduced. Wearing one could there is a doubt. compatibility of the safety helmet
save a workers life. with other types safety equipment.
A properly fitting safety helmet
Where there is a risk of falling objects should have the right shell size for Don’t attempt to modify the helmet as
from overhead head protection the wearer and an easily adjustable this may weaken the helmet.
should be and in many cases required headband, nape and chin strap. The
by law to be worn. range of size adjustments should Safety helmets must be maintained
Whoever is in charge of a be large enough to accommodate to be kept in good condition. They
construction site or workplace is thermal liners used in cold weather. should be stored in a safe place.
required assurance in personnel Safety helmets should be as Constant direct sunlight might
wearing safety helmets. comfortable as possible or else the destroy the helmet.
possibility of not wearing increases.
A posting of signs will also let anyone Check the helmet for deep scratches
know that safety helmets are required Whenever possible, the safety helmet or breaks; if severe replace the helmet.
in the area. should not hinder the work being Check the manufacturer label for any
done. Helmets removed for an instant replaceable parts.
Helmets must be worn correctly to check a measurement can be tragic. Painting and the placing of decals
and instructions on how to wear Chin straps should be provided and may weaken the helmet as well. The
them must be known to all. Many used if a job involves work in windy life of the helmet varies on its use;
companies supply their employees conditions or if there is repeated the helmet may last a week or several
with safety helmets; if not it must be bending or looking upwards. years. If an object has struck the
known who will provide them. Helmets should be compatible helmet, replace it.