November 20, 2009, Newsletter Issue #194: Classes and Types Of Hard Hats
Tip of the Week
Based on the revisions to ANSI Z89.1-1997 and ANSI Z89.1-2003, hard hats can be further grouped based on voltage. In the ANSI Z89.1-1997 revision, hard hats are classified according to Classes E, G, and C:
· Class E or Electrical – hard hats within this class are able to endure 20,000 volts.
· Class G or General – hard hats within this category protect against 2,200 volts.
· Class C or Conductive – hard hats which cannot protect against electrical voltage fall into this category.
The classes from 1997 were retained in the 2003 revision, but hard hats were further classified by “Type” in the 2003 revision:
· Type I hard hats are used to protect the top of the head only.
· Type II hard hats provide ability to protect the sides of the head as well.
About LifeTips
Now one of the top on-line publishers in the world, LifeTips offers tips to millions of monthly visitors. Our mission mission is to make your life smarter, better, faster and wiser. Expert writers earn dough for what they know. And exclusive sponsors in each niche topic help us make-it-all happen.
Exclusive Sponsor
At Texas America Safety we want to thank you for your interest and encourage you to visit our site www.tasco-safety.com for the latest safety information as well as occupational safety products. We are adding new, stylish, and confortable safety items on a daily basis.
| Guru Spotlight |
| Ray Lokar |
