When you think of construction site PPE, one of the first things you will picture in your mind is the safety helmet. This staple of every construction site is a cornerstone of our head protection range and a large part of our overall PPE offering.
Although the construction helmet is the first thing that comes to mind, there are many other settings where you can wear industrial safety helmets as part of personal protective equipment requirements. From industrial manufacturing to infrastructure maintenance and window cleaning, the hard hat has its place as an essential piece of safety equipment.
If you work where there is a potential for falling objects, such as tools, equipment or debris, you should wear a hard hat. We only sell safety helmets manufactured to conform to strict guidelines, allowing you to use them in confidence and compliance with UK health and safety laws.
Below, we have summarised some of the most popular hard hat applications; there are, of course, many more, so if you cannot find the helmet you need, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Construction Hard Hats
You can find almost every type of helmet we sell can, in some way or another, on a construction site; these are best shopped for by feature. We recommend checking out the vented or unvented hard hat categories first.
If you spend most of your time cutting down trees or stump grinding, these feature-rich helmets are the ideal solution. They come with integrated mesh face visors and ear defenders and are compatible with many other essential accessories.
These helmets feature chin straps to prevent them from coming loose during a fall. They also have to conform to different standards to those designed for “on-the-ground” use. There are more details on the applicable EN standards on the ‘working at height’ helmets page.
These hard hats are designed for the mining industry. The helmet features lamp fitment brackets allowing you to use standard mining lamps. There are further options available for reflectivity and more.
These are specially designed with chin straps and also electrical insulation to meet EN 50365. Specifically to deal with the challenges of working at height around high voltage equipment.
The colour of the hard hat you wear will depend on the environment or industry you work in and the job role that you operate within. Some sites have strict guidelines, whilst others will have no specific rules. The table below should help you identify the most appropriate hard hat colour for your needs.
Industries outside of rail and construction do not generally have written guidelines, so whether you are wearing a white hard hat or a pink one will depend on the specific site rules.
Key Hard Hat Features & Terminology Explained
These helmets do not feature vents; this keeps the cost down, making them an excellent budget option.
Vents on the top of the helmet help to keep your head cool during strenuous work and warm weather. These vents can make the helmet more comfortable to wear.
Slip Ratchet Adjuster
This is a great cost-efficient way of adjusting helmets to fit securely to your head, ensuring the helmet stays in place.
This premium adjuster is easier to use and offers greater granularity when adjusting the helmet, allowing you to fine-tune the fit.
Chin Strap
For those working at height or in areas where falls are a concern, a chin strap prevents the helmet from falling off during a fall. View all our helmets with chin straps.
These come with integrated eye protection. Having a helmet with a visor for face or eye protection means one less thing to keep track of when on site.
Ear Defender Mounts
Many of our helmets feature ear defender mounting points allowing you to attach ear defenders directly to your helmet. We include indications on product pages, so you know which ear defenders are compatible. View Hard Hats with ear defenders.
Reflective Panels
Some of our helmets come with pre-applied reflective material. This added visibility is ideal for use on sites that operate after dark or for use by emergency services which often work at night. View our reflective hard hat range.
ID Badge Holder
This feature allows you to mount ID badges on your forehead securely, placing the badge in a prominent position where others can clearly see it.
A lightweight hard hat makes it more comfortable to wear for extended periods.
Micro Peak
A micro peak is ideal for riggers and those who work with cranes as they have to look up a lot in their role.
Full Brim
A full brim helmet has a ledge all around the circumference, allowing for a better runoff of fluids and offering shade from the sun.
Fabric Harness
Higher-end helmets feature a soft fabric harness that provides improved comfort.
Vertical Adjustment
Height adjustment clips on the harness ensure a snug fit on the user's head.
On most of our helmets, you can change the sweatband once soiled for improved cleanliness and comfort.
Impact Resistant Liner
Many of our working at height helmets feature an internal liner that improves the impact resistance.
If you want to protect yourself from stationary objects, then a quality bump cap could be what you need.
Bump caps are excellent for protecting your head from bumps and scrapes caused by your movements, such as those experienced when getting in and out of vans and forklifts or working in areas with low-level obstructions.
They are not the proper solution for protecting yourself from falling or swinging objects; for these instances, you will need to use a safety helmet.
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