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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 BOLT Hard Hat Vented, Class C Full Brim 6pt Suspension - Grey 48-73-1235In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1235
- Milwaukee REDLITHIUM USB Necklight 400 Lumens 2117-21On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 2117-21
- 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 Marker Clip 48-73-1086In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1086
- Milwaukee BOLT Hard Hat Headlamp Mount 48-73-1090In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1090
- Klein Vented Full Brim Premium KARBN Class C Hard Hat w/ Rechargeable Headlamp 60347In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: KLN-60347
- Milwaukee REDLITHIUM USB Hardhat Headlamp 600 Lumens 2163-21In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 2163-21
- Milwaukee Tools BOLT™ Gasketed Full Face Shield Replacement Frame (Compatible with Milwaukee® BOLT™ Safety Helmets & BOLT™ Hard Hats) 48-73-1456Pre-Sale Be first in line to receive this item when it releases/arrivesSKU: 48-73-1456
- Milwaukee BOLT Moisture-Wicking Sun Visor w/ Sunshade 48-73-1072In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1072
- Milwaukee Blue Full Brim Unvented Type 1 Class E Hard Hat w/ 4pt Ratcheting Suspension 48-73-1105Out of Stock This item is no longer availableSKU: 48-73-1105Out of stock
- Milwaukee BOLT REDLITHIUM USB Headlamp 600 Lumens 2118-21In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 2118-21
- Milwaukee BOLT Full Face Shield - Metal Mesh (No Brim) 48-73-1431In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1431
- Milwaukee BOLT Eye Visor - Tinted Dual Coat Lens 48-73-1415In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1415
- Milwaukee BOLT 26dB Earmuff 48-73-3251On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-3251
- 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
- Lift Safety iDAX White Carbon Fiber Non-Vented Hard Hat HIDNV-24CWIn-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: LIFTHIDNV-24CW
- Milwaukee Tools Shade W5 Uncoated Full Face Shield Replacement Lens (Task Full Face Shield Frame) 48-73-1463In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1463
- Milwaukee Tools BOLT™ Gasketed Full Face Shield - Clear Dual Coat Lens (Compatible with Milwaukee® BOLT™ Safety Helmets & BOLT™ Hard Hats) 48-73-1422In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1422
- Milwaukee Tools 10pk Gasketed Clear Eye Visor Replacement Lenses (Milwaukee BOLT Safety Helmet & BOLT Hard Hat Mount) 48-73-1454Special Order Estimated Shipping in 5-12 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1454
- Lift DAX Fifty 50 Carbon Fiber Full Brim Hard Hat (Orange/Black) HDF50C-19OCSpecial Order Estimated Shipping in 5-12 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: LIFTHDF50C-19OC
- Lift Safety Fiber Resin DAX Full Brim Hard Hat, American Flag HDF-24AFIn-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: LIFTHDF-24AF
- Pyramex Clear Polyethylene Replacement Face Shield S1010In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRS1010
- Milwaukee BOLT Sun Visor 48-73-1073In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1073
- Milwaukee Black Front Brim Unvented Type 1 Class E Hard Hat w/ 4pt Ratcheting Suspension 48-73-1110Out of Stock This item is no longer availableSKU: 48-73-1110Out of stock
- Milwaukee BOLT Full Face Shield - Gray Dual Coat Lens 48-73-1425In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1425
- Milwaukee BOLT Eye Visor - Tinted Dual Coat Lens 48-73-1416In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1416
- Lift DAX Fiber Resin Full Brim Hard Hat - Hi-Viz (Yellow) HDF-18HVIn-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: LIFTHDF-18HV
- Pyramex Ridgeline Full Brim Hard Hat Matte Black Graphite Ratchet HP54117In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRHP54117
- Milwaukee Hard Hat Lanyard with Clip 48-22-8800In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-22-8800
- Milwaukee Hard Hat Lanyard with Loop 48-22-8801In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-22-8801
- Milwaukee BOLT Cooling Skull Cap 48-73-4545In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-4545
- Milwaukee BOLT Low-Profile Headlamp Mount 48-73-1094On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1094
- Milwaukee Blue Front Brim Unvented Type 1 Class E Hard Hat w/ 4pt Ratcheting Suspension 48-73-1104In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1104
- Milwaukee BOLT Moisture-Wicking Sunshade 48-73-1070In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1070
- Lift DAX Cap Style Sunshade HDSC-20HVIn-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: LIFTHDSC-20HV
- Milwaukee Safety Helmet Chin Strap 48-73-1084Special Order Estimated Shipping in 5-12 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1084
- Milwaukee Safety Helmet Ratcheting Suspension 48-73-1098Special Order Estimated Shipping in 5-12 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1098
- Lift DAX Fiber Resin Full Brim Hard Hat (Natural) HDF-15NGOn Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: LIFTHDF-15NG
- Pyramex Ridgeline Full Brim Hard Hat White Ratchet HP54110In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: PYRHP54110
- Milwaukee Tools BOLT Task Full Face Shield - Clear Uncoated Lens (Compatible with Milwaukee BOLT Safety Helmets & BOLT Hard Hats) 48-73-1460On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1460
- 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
- Milwaukee BOLT Hard Hat Unvented, Class E Full Brim 6pt Suspension - Black 48-73-1131In-Stock Estimated Shipping Same Day or Next Business DaySKU: 48-73-1131
- Milwaukee Tools BOLT Gasketed Eye Visor - Clear Dual Coat Lens (Compatible with Milwaukee BOLT Safety Helmets & BOLT Hard Hats) 48-73-1412On Order Estimated Shipping 2-6 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1412
- Milwaukee Tools 10pk Gasketed Tinted Eye Visor Replacement Lenses (Milwaukee BOLT Safety Helmet & BOLT Hard Hat Mount) 48-73-1455Special Order Estimated Shipping in 5-12 Days - Once Item(s) ReceivedSKU: 48-73-1455
- 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
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.