When we talk about safety helmets, or “safety hats,” many of you might already be familiar with them. The name itself clearly indicates their purpose: to protect against various risks that may arise during work or objects that could fall and impact our heads.
As you may have noticed, safety helmets come in many colors. Today, Glovetex will provide information about the significance of each helmet color and who each color is designated for.
When we talk about safety helmets, or “safety hats,” many of you may already be familiar with them. The name itself clearly indicates their purpose: to protect against various risks that may occur during work or objects that could fall and impact our heads. Wearing a safety helmet is therefore one of the top priorities and is classified as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) mandated by law for those working in high-risk environments.
For the general public, it may not be immediately obvious that safety helmets available in various styles and colors have different purposes and clearly defined roles for each color. Today, PPEmet will help you understand what each helmet color signifies in the simplest terms. This way, the next time you need to purchase a safety helmet, you can choose one that is both appropriate and safe.
White: For engineers, executives, supervisors, and specialists.
Yellow: For general workers.
Green: For safety officers.
Blue: For plumbing work.
Navy Blue: For other technical staff.
Red and Orange: For workers dealing with heat.
Note: The use of each color may vary depending on the company’s requirements. This article provides general guidelines that are commonly used.
The reason safety helmets come in various colors is to easily distinguish roles and responsibilities within a worksite. Additionally, beyond helmet colors, PPEmet recommends checking the TYPE and CLASS of the safety helmet, as these indicate the helmet’s strength and suitability. According to the 2003 standards, the TYPE and CLASS of safety helmets are defined as follows:
TYPE 1: Helmets must pass impact testing on the top of the helmet.
TYPE 2: Helmets must pass impact testing both on the top and the sides of the helmet.
CLASS-G: Helmets reduce the risk from low-voltage electrical conductors (up to 2,200 volts) and must pass electrical resistance testing.
CLASS-E: Helmets reduce the risk from high-voltage electrical conductors (up to 20,000 volts) and must pass electrical resistance testing.
CLASS-C: Helmets do not provide protection against electrical hazards.
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Finally, don’t forget to check that certified safety helmets indicate the manufacturer’s name or trademark, the production date, the ANSI mark, and the helmet size on the helmet itself. Also, look for the manufacturer’s instructions, usage guidelines, estimated lifespan, adjustment instructions, and care procedures. See you next time for more useful information to share.
Note: The use of each color may vary depending on the company’s specific requirements. This article presents general guidelines commonly used.