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Protecting employees from potential head injuries is a key element of a safety program in virtually all industries. The primary reasons for an organization to require hard hats in the work environment ...

A new generation of hard hats is promising better protection against on-the-job concussions, also known as mild traumatic brain injuries. These hard hats incorporate technology that not only protects ...

Recent research and design innovations coupled with advances in materials are paving the way for a new era of head protection. Hazards to workers' heads are widespread among industries as diverse as ...

A hard hat is such a ubiquitous item of personal protective equipment (PPE) in construction that it has become emblematic of safety in the industry. Worn by generations of construction workers, hard ...