Head Protection

Protecting workers’ heads from hazards is a serious responsibility. Example: NIOSH data shows that, from 2003 to 2010, a quarter of all work-related deaths in the construction industry were caused by a traumatic brain injury. Workers in many other industries are at risk for head injuries, too.

When it comes to head protection, experts Katie Mielcarek, Dennis Capizzi and Tim Gallant all agree on one thing: Know the difference between the products.