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HEAD PROTECTION

Whitney leaning against a railing on a downtown street

Head protection should be used when objects or debris may fall from above, a worker may bump their head.against a fixed object, or there are electrical hazards present.

Causes of head injuries
  • Falling objects e.g., from construction work
  • Bumping head against fixed objects like exposed pipes or beams
  • Contact with exposed electrical conductors

Whitney leaning against a railing on a downtown street

NOTE: Always check the expiry date for helmets!