Hard Hat Safety Standards
Protective hard hats and helmets are described by impact type and electrical class. All protective hard hats and helmets shall meet either Type I or Type II requirements. All hard hats and helmets shall be further classified as meeting Class G, Class E, or Class C electrical requirements. Hard hats and helmets meeting the reverse wearing testing requirements shall be marked with the reverse wearing mark.
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LIFT RADIX Hi-Viz Type 2 Vented Safety Helmet - Hi-Viz Yellow - HRX-22HVC2
LIFT Safety
$104.99Need your company logo on this hard hat? The LIFT RADIX Vented Safety Helmet is comfortable thanks to its four-point LUX Suspension system, which guarantees the helmet will fit securely on the head. The magnetic quick-lock, adjustable chinstrap...$104.99 -
ERB Safety Americana Vented Cap Style Hard Hat 4-Point Ratchet Suspension
ERB Safety
$10.89Need your company logo? The ERB Americana Vented Cap with 4-Point Ratchet Suspension meets ANSI/ISEA Z89.1, TYPE I, Class C standards and is Made in the USA! It features a moisture-wicking brow pad that is removable, washable, and replaceable for...$10.89 -
ERB Safety Americana Full Brim Hard Hat 4-Point Ratchet Suspension
ERB Safety
$13.69Need your company logo? When it comes to head protection, you don't want to take a chance on protection. Have peace of mind when it comes to the hard hat you choose, and pick up the Americana Full Brim 4-Point Mega Ratchet Suspension Hard Hat from...$13.69 -
LIFT DAX Hi-Viz Fiber Resin Full Brim Hard Hat
LIFT Safety
$95.75Need your company logo on this hard hat? The LIFT DAX Hi-Viz Hard Hat is a full brim, fiber reinforced resin hard hat offering a 6 point suspension system for superior comfort and impact protection. It features an innovative synthetic leather comfort...$95.75 -
Pyramex SL Series Sleek Shell Full Brim Hard Hat 4-Point Ratchet Suspension
Pyramex
$13.39Need your company logo? Polyethylene materials Offers impact and penetration resistance Ridgeless low profile design No rain trough prevents pooling of liquids Ideal for linemen Exceeds ANSI Type 1, Class E Soft brow pad absorbs perspiration Custom...$13.39 -
General Electric Type 1 Vented Safety Helmet - GH400
GE PPE
$89.00Need your company logo? Our award winning safety helmet, the GH400, features Koroyd’s advanced impact technology as the inside protective layer between the shell of the helmet and the user. Why have we chosen Koroyd over traditional EPS foam? Because...$89.00 -
Pyramex Ridgeline Full Brim Hard Hat 4-Point Ratchet Suspension - HP54116S - White Graphite
Pyramex
$30.69The Pyramex Ridgeline Shiny White Graphite Full Brim 4-Point Ratchet Hard Hat - HP54116S features a shell constructed ABS material that is strong, yet ultra-lightweight for seemingly weightless protection. The ratchet suspension is easy to adjust and...$30.69 -
Fibre Metal Roughneck Hi Heat Ratchet Hard Hat
Fibre Metal
$34.97 - $57.39The Fibre Metal Roughneck P2 High Heat Hard Hat (P2HNRW) is constructed with SuperEight Ratchet Suspension. The helmet's heat resistance is the best in its class. The hard hat is made of an injection molded fiberglass compound so it's nearly impossible...$34.97 - $57.39 -
LIFT RADIX Type 2 Non-Vented Safety Helmet
LIFT Safety
$104.99Need your company logo on this hard hat? The LIFT RADIX Non-Vented Safety Helmet is comfortable thanks to its four-point LUX Suspension system, which guarantees the helmet will fit securely on the head. The magnetic quick-lock, adjustable...$104.99 -
Pyramex Ridgeline Cap Style Hard Hat 4-Point Ratchet Suspension - HP44116 - Matte White Graphite
Pyramex
$28.79Need your company logo on this hard hat? The Pyramex Ridgeline Matte White Graphite 4-Point Ratchet Hard Hat - HP44116 is made of strong, yet ultra lightweight ABS material for seemingly weightless protection. The low profile design offers a low...$28.79 -
Pyramex Ridgeline Full Brim Hard Hat 4-Point Ratchet Suspension - HP54123 - Silver Graphite
Pyramex
$30.69Need your company logo on this hard hat? The Pyramex Ridgeline Graphite Full Brim 4-Point Hard Hat - HP54123 features a shell constructed from high density polyethylene materials, which is strong, yet ultra-light for seemingly weightless protection...$30.69 -
ERB Safety Americana Cap Style Hard Hat 4-Point Ratchet Suspension
ERB Safety
$9.99Need your company logo? The ERB Americana Cap with 4-Point Ratchet Suspension is molded from high-density polyethylene for a longer lifespan. It features a short peak and trim profile, with a secure-fit ratchet suspension and an easy turn knob. This...$9.99
American National Standards (ANSI) and the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA), in accordance with the most current ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-standards.
- Performance Requirements
- 7.1 Requirements for Type I and Type II Helmets
- 7.1.1 Flammability
- Helmets shall be tested in accordance with Section 9.1 anywhere above the STL. No flame shall be visible 5 seconds after removal of the test flame.
- 7.1.2 Force Transmission
- Helmets shall be tested in accordance with Section 9.2 and shall not transmit a force to the test headform that exceeds 4450 N (1000 lb). Additionally, for each test condition specified, the maximum transmitted force of individual test samples shall be averaged. The averaged values shall not exceed 3780 N (850 lb).
- 7.1.3 Apex Penetration
- Helmets shall be tested in accordance with Section 9.3. The penetrator shall not make contact with the top of the test headform.
- 7.1.4 Electrical Insulation Requirements
- Class G and Class E helmets shall meet their appropriate performance requirement as dtsted below. Class C helmets are not tested for electrical insulation.
- 7.1.4.1 Class G Requirements
- Class G helmets shall be tested in accordance with Section 9.7 and shall withstand 2200 volts (root mean square), AC, 60 Hertz, for 1 minute. Leakage shall not exceed 3 mildtamperes.
- 7.1.4.2 Class E Requirements
- Each helmet that meets Class E requirements for electrical insulation shall first pass the force transmission test specified in Section 7.1.2. Class E helmets shall be tested in accordance with Section 9.7 and shall withstand 20,000 volts (root mean square), AC, 60 Hertz, for 3 minutes. Leakage shall not exceed 9 mildtamperes. At 30,000 volts, the test sample shall not burn through.
- 7.2 Additional Requirements for Type II Helmets
- 7.2.1 Impact Energy Attenuation
- Type II helmets shall be tested in accordance with Section 9.4 anywhere above the DTL. Acceleration shall be recorded. Maximum acceleration shall not exceed 150 Gs.
- 7.2.2 Off-center Penetration
- Type II helmets shall be tested in accordance with Section 9.5 anywhere above the DTL. For each condition specified, the penetrator shall not make contact with the test headform when struck anywhere above the DTL.
- 7.2.3 Chin Strap
- Chin straps shall be made of suitable material not less than 12.7 mm (0.50 in.) in width. Type II helmets which are provided with chin straps shall be tested for retention in accordance with Section 9.6. For each condition specified, the chin strap shall remain intact. The residual elongation of the strap shall not exceed 25 mm (1.0 in.).