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- Milwaukee Tools Snapback Bump Cap 48-73-1063On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1063
- Milwaukee Tools Universal Bump Cap Insert 48-73-1062On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1062
- Milwaukee White Front Brim Vented Type 1 Class C Hard Hat w/ 4pt Ratcheting Suspension 48-73-1200In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1200
- Milwaukee REDLITHIUM USB Hardhat Headlamp 600 Lumens 2163-21In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 2163-21
- Milwaukee BOLT Hard Hat Headlamp Mount 48-73-1090In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1090
- Milwaukee Tools Milwaukee BOLT Reflective Sticker Set, Silver, 5 Piece, 20 Pack 48-73-4600BOn Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-4600B
- Milwaukee BOLT Full Face Shield - Metal Mesh 48-73-1430On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1430
- Milwaukee BOLT Sun Visor 48-73-1073In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1073
- Lift Safety iDAX White Carbon Fiber Vented Hard Hat HIDV-24CWOn Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: LIFTHIDV-24CW
- Milwaukee BOLT Full Face Shield - Gray Dual Coat Lens 48-73-1425In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1425
- Pyramex Ridgeline Cap Style Hard Hat White Class C Vented HP44110VIn-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRHP44110V
- Lift DAX Carbon Fiber Full Brim Hard Hat (Jungle Camo) HDC-20CJIn-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: LIFTHDC-20CJ
- Milwaukee BOLT Moisture-Wicking Sunshade 48-73-1070In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1070
- Milwaukee BOLT Full Face Shield - Metal Mesh (No Brim) 48-73-1431In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1431
- Klein Cooling Fan for Hard Hat and Safety Helmet 60155In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: KLN-60155
- Klein Tools Hard Hat, KONSTRUCT Series, Full-Brim, Class G, Rechargeable Headlamp 60447On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: KLN-60447
- Milwaukee REDLITHIUM USB Necklight 400 Lumens 2117-21In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 2117-21
- Milwaukee BOLT 26dB Earmuff 48-73-3251On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-3251
- Milwaukee BOLT Marker Clip 48-73-1086In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1086
- Milwaukee BOLT Eye Visor - Tinted Dual Coat Lens 48-73-1416In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1416
- Milwaukee BOLT Safety Helmet Cooling liner 48-73-4544In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-4544
- LIFT DAX Fiber Resin Full Brim Hard Hat (Red) HDF-20RGIn-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: LIFTHDF-20RG
- Pyramex Ridgeline Full Brim Hard Hat White Ratchet HP54110In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRHP54110
- Lift DAX Fifty 50 Fiber Reinforced Resin Full Brim Hard Hat (Red/Black) HDF50-20RDIn-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: LIFTHDF50-20RD
- Milwaukee White Full Brim Vented Type 1 Class C Hard Hat w/ 4pt Ratcheting Suspension 48-73-1201In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1201
- Pyramex Ridgeline Hard Hat Replacement Headband HPRBANDROn Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: PYRHPRBANDR
- Milwaukee BOLT Full Face Shield - Gray Dual Coat Lens (No Brim) 48-73-1426In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1426
- Pyramex Safety Pyramex Safety - Matte Black Graphite Pattern Ridgeline Vented Full Brim 4 Pt Ratchet Suspension HP54117VOn Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: PYRHP54117V
- Klein Tools Safety Helmet, Premium KARBN Pattern, Non-Vented, Class E, Headlamp 60515On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: KLN-60515
- Klein Tools Safety Helmet, Premium KARBN Pattern, Class C, Vented 60516On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: KLN-60516
- Milwaukee Hard Hat Lanyard with Clip 48-22-8800In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-22-8800
- Milwaukee Hard Hat Sweat Band 48-73-1080In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1080
- Pyramex Steel Wire Mesh Face Shield Replacement S1060In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRS1060
- Milwaukee Gray Front Brim Helmet with BOLT - Class E 48-73-1337On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1337
- Klein Tools Hard Hat Earmuffs, Full Brim Style 60502Special Order Estimated Shipping in 5-12 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: KLN-60502
- Milwaukee BOLT Hard Hat Cooling Sweat Band 48-73-4542In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-4542
- Milwaukee BOLT Safety Helmet Cooling Sweat Band 48-73-4543In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-4543
- Pyramex Ridgeline Full Brim Hard Hat Matte White Graphite Ratchet HP54116In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRHP54116
- Pyramex Ridgeline Full Brim Hard Hat Yellow Ratchet HP54130In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRHP54130
- Pyramex Clear Polyethylene Replacement Face Shield S1010In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRS1010
- PIP Kilimanjaro Type II Full Brim White Hard Hat w/ HDPE Shell 280-HP642R-01On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: PIP280-HP642R-01
- Milwaukee BOLT Moisture-Wicking Sun Visor w/ Sunshade 48-73-1072In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1072
- Milwaukee BOLT Eye Visor - Clear Dual Coat Lens 48-73-1411In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1411
- Milwaukee Tools Reflective Strips, Silver, 2 Piece, 20 Pack 48-73-4604BOn Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-4604B
- Milwaukee BOLT REDLITHIUM USB Headlamp 600 Lumens 2118-21On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 2118-21
- Lift DAX Fiber Resin Full Brim Hard Hat (Natural) HDF-15NGOn Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: LIFTHDF-15NG
- Pyramex Aluminum Cap Style Hard Hat Adapter HHAAIn-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRHHAA
- Milwaukee BOLT Type 2, Class C Vented Safety Helmet - Red 48-73-1308In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1308
Hard hats and safety helmets are both essential pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) available at Ohio Power Tool, used to safeguard heads from falling objects and impacts. But while they share this core function, there are key differences in their design, features, and applications. Here's a breakdown of what sets them apart:
Protection Focus: Traditional hard hats prioritize protecting the top of the head from falling objects. They typically have a dome-shaped shell made from tough plastic or composite materials that can deflect blows and absorb some impact energy. This design is sufficient for many construction sites where falling debris is the primary hazard. Safety helmets, on the other hand, offer more comprehensive protection. Their shells often extend lower on the head and neck, providing additional coverage from lateral impacts or objects bouncing off surfaces.
Safety Features: Hard hats are generally simpler in design. They may have an adjustable suspension system for a comfortable fit, but often lack additional features. Safety helmets, however, often incorporate extras like chin straps to prevent them from falling off during a fall or integrated sweatbands for improved comfort during extended wear. Some advanced safety helmets even include features like slots for attaching ear muffs or visors, transforming them into a more versatile head protection system.
Applications and Considerations: Hard hats remain the standard head protection in many construction settings, particularly for basic overhead protection from falling debris. However, the growing popularity of safety helmets reflects their broader range of protection. They are ideal for tasks with a higher risk of lateral impacts, such as working on scaffolding, climbing ladders, or in confined spaces. Safety helmets are also becoming increasingly common in industrial settings like manufacturing or mining, where workers might encounter various head injury hazards.
Ultimately, the choice between a hard hat and a safety helmet depends on the specific work environment and potential risks. In many workplaces, both options are compliant with safety regulations. However, for tasks requiring comprehensive head protection or when encountering diverse hazards, safety helmets offer a more well-rounded approach to keeping workers safe on the job.