General purpose front-brim (Type 1, Class E) hard hats are non-vented and they have a front brim to protect the face from sun, reduce glare, and help shed rain.
- Type 1, Class E hard hats protect wearers from vertical impacts and high-voltage conductors (up to 20KV).
- These hard hats are used by construction workers, road crews, and other workers as required by OSHA.
- Hard hats and helmets protect the wearer from hazards that impact the head.
- They have a suspension system that moves the impact force though the body to feet, helping to reduce strain to the head, neck, and spine.
- These hard hats and helmets are ANSI rated and OSHA compliant.
- Types and classes combine to indicate the impact type (vertical only or vertical and angled) and level of electrical protection (none, low voltage, or high voltage) provided.
- Hard hats and helmets should be inspected regularly for structural integrity.
- Hard hats are used by construction workers, road crews, or where required by OSHA safety regulations.