According to RIDDOR statistics, being struck on the head by moving, flying or falling objects accounted for 13% of worker deaths from 2014-19, and 10% of non-fatal injuries in 20191. Taking this into account, head protection is essential, and there are many factors to consider when it comes to choosing and specifying hard hats. Here, Mackenzie Peters takes a look two major aspects – hard had customisation and the risks of economy priced PPE.

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HSM's latest webinar saw Jim Cliff, Alan Murray and Richard Cunningham come together to give an insight into head protection.

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Industrial helmets, high performance helmets and bump caps are commonly used on construction sites throughout the world, John-Mark Edmundson explains the standards relating to this key head protection.

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Ian Goodhead discusses Winvic's internal policies on head protection and task specific PPE.

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One of the most essential ways of keeping people safe in the workplace is with above-the-neck PPE, so Matthew Judson explores what's new in the market.

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HSM Managing Editor Mark Sennett sat down with JSP chief executive Mark Johnstone to reflect on spending nearly two decades in the health and safety sector.

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Mackenzie Peters explores the importance of identifying and understanding the hazards on your worksite and choosing the right hard hat for the job.

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Head trauma has become a hot topic in recent years, particularly in the sports world, as a growing body of research suggests even minor concussion and one-off impacts to the head can cause serious and long term health issues. Georgina Bisby examines the latest research and considers the wider implications for head protection

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Georgina Bisby investigates the challenges and opportunities around smart technology in above-the-neck PPE

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Above the neck PPE specialist, Centurion has carried out extensive research that reveals style is the fourth major trigger for customers changing a helmet or brand, after cost, comfort, and change in company policy requirements.

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JSP, Europe’s independent manufacturer of above-the-neck personal protective equipment (PPE), was first past the post in the UK and Europe after being awarded BSI Certification to the new PPE Regulation for a range of protective products.

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The following companies were awarded a Commended Award for the BSIF Product Innovation Awards 2017.

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MSA's Anita Stellbaum, industry segment marketing manager, and Gary Bendoris, industry sales leader UK & Ireland, examine trends, developments and drivers of growth in the European Above the neck PPE market.

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When selecting earmuffs to use with a safety helmet, once products with the correct performance are established, it is understandable that users will have their favourite models, probably based on comfort.

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Matthew Judson, technical director at JSP demonstrates how difficult it can be to select the correct head protection for a specific situation. In the scenario below, which helmet would you select?

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Matthew Judson makes the case for incorporating retro reflective material into protective helmets....

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The NEW-TECH Welding Shield is approved for use with the Concept reduced peak safety helmet when fitted in conjunction with the Speedy Loop, which enables the welding shield to be easily and quickly fitted on to the Concept helmet.

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Bollé Safety, a world leader in the design and manufacture of protective eyewear, will be launching a new version of the market leading Pilot goggle at this year’s exhibition, a new versatile, high impact protection safety goggle.

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Conforms to EN 471 Class 3 and RIS-3279-TOM and EN 343 3:3.

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The only harness offering an integrated yet replaceable chest ascender.

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All the features of the classic Reflex helmet plus:

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Weight: 415g (Wheel Ratchet). Material: Shell: Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS).

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