4/25/2014

Important Information About Hard Hats

By Essie Osborn


The hard hat is an important accessory for anyone interested in construction, home renovation, and a host of other professional and personal needs. They maintain safety and keep people alive. Moreover, they are often legally required to be worn in certain areas. Because of this, it is vital to check out the different types, paying special attention to the pros and cons of hard hats.

Of course, not all workers have the need for such an expense. White collar workers are typically uninterested in purchasing head gear designed for construction work. It is not practical for anyone who does not work in a high risk setting, such as a construction site or a mine. While they may be necessary for some jobs, they are impractical for a great many more.

Hats come in a variety of colors, but they are usually painted in a shade that is bright and noticeable. Because they will be worn in relatively dangerous environments, such as construction sites and buildings, they should be visible from many directions. The most common colors are yellow, orange, and various neon shades of other colors.

Much like color, hardness and thickness is something that a consumer should look into. If the hat does not match the specifications, there could be safety problems. Heat stroke is always an issue, and thick head gear greatly increases that risk. Head trauma is also a factor, so the equipment cannot be too thin or brittle. It must also be flexible, so it will not shatter upon impact with something hard and fast.

Stores abound with many examples of head wear to choose from. For example, someone might be interested in buying a helmet. This may be similar to the overall topic, but the helmet is usually thicker and made out of a different kind of material. The purpose is also safety, but they are often worn by non professionals, such as bike riders.

Other forms of head gear include bowler or top hats. They are mainly for fashion and rain protection, so they fall in an entirely different category. People wear these for many reasons, but they are impractical in a mine. For an example, if there is a cave in or other heavy disaster, a sombrero would not protect the skull bones from being crushed. The sombrero is a great adornment for Mexican themed parties and dances, but it would do precious little in a real emergency. In much the same way, no one would want to wear a construction hat out in public if there is no need to do so. That would look patently ridiculous. In other words, clothing serves a purpose in certain areas but not in others.

People may want to go shopping at a big box retailer, because the variety of products cannot be beaten, especially compared to Mom and Pop stores. Why quality might be sacrificed, especially if the retailer uses foreign companies to provide them with merchandise, the price and selection just may outweigh those other options.

Once all the information is carefully evaluated, there is nothing else to do except buy a hat. With the right amount of research, a consumer can see what is right and what is wrong for him or her. Specifics are important, and not everyone has a particularly exacting mind.




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