The best construction helmets

In addition to shoes and safety clothing, a worker needs adequate equipment to be able to protect himself and to have maximum comfort on the construction site. Among these accessories are the safety helmets.

Why wear a hard hat or hearing aid on the construction site?

On a construction site, there are always many risks such as injuries, perforations, shocks, collisions or falling objects. This is why wearing a helmet is essential and has even become compulsory as mentioned in article 5 of the ordinance on construction works. It states that: “Workers must wear a protective helmet during all work on which they may be endangered by falling objects or materials”.

In addition to improving worker well-being and comfort, the hard hat also increases his concentration by protecting his ears from noise pollution, especially when he is in a noisy place. This is also why some models have ear protectors and are EN 352-3 compliant covering all the requirements relating to hearing protection.

Which noise-canceling work helmet or safety helmet should you choose?

To have the best construction helmet, certain criteria must be taken into account. The first thing to consider is comfort. Then, you have to determine the noise level of your work environment. To find out, it is best to refer to the global attenuation index or SNR indicated by the manufacturer and subtract it from the ambient noise level expressed in decibels. A noise-canceling headphones is essential for intermittent or permanent use of 80 at 156 dB.

Finally, when buying, check the performance of the device and compliance with standards. The best construction helmet must comply with European safety standards EN 397, 352-3, 1731, 12492 and 50365, and protective caps must meet the European safety standards strong>EN 812 standard.

What is the best construction headset, noise canceling or noise reduction?

There is a wide range of construction noise safety helmets. Here are some models with better value for money that you will find at PPE distributors such as Oxwork :

The design, versatile and modern construction helmet PHEOS B UVEX

This model not only allows you to be protected and spotted on construction sites, but also offers you optimal wearing comfort thanks to its climazone ventilation and variable 3D interior. Its shell is robust and non-deformable, and thanks to its system of accessories you can combine it with other practical equipment such as visors, protective glasses, ear muffs …

You should also know that this safety helmet is available in many colors, including white, yellow, red, blue, black and orange. It's up to you to choose the one that matches your outfit.

EPI helmet with ABS shell and Coverguard 3-point chinstrap

It is essential equipment for all your work at height, because its 3-point chinstrap and 6-point protective harness will provide you with increased safety. Its textile front lining and ventilation slits offer maximum comfort allowing you to work easily even in very difficult conditions.

Work helmets and American construction helmets

These models are perfect for work at height and outdoor activities such as maintenance at height, mountaineering, camping... In addition to protecting your head from injuries and shocks, this construction helmet also offers a extra protection against sun, rain, debris…

The Future Portwest professional full face helmet

Thanks to its lightweight PP shell, your head and face will be protected from harmful UV rays from the sun, rain and any non-toxic splashes. The head circumference of this hard hat is adjustable and it comes with an anti-sweat and anti-fog headband so that your sweats do not run down your eyes. Functional, robust and efficient, this device complies with the most recent standards in terms of hearing and head protection.

Also note that the brand Portwest also offers hard hats with an integrated badge holder welded by ultrasound on its shell. The latter has a sliding door for easy and safe access.

The Portwest high-end non-ventilated translucent hard hat

This type of helmet provides peripheral vision allowing the worker to look up or to the sides without having to tilt their head. Its non-ventilated polycarbonate shell prevents dust, water and dirt from penetrating inside the helmet, and protects the wearer from UV rays.

What is the lifespan and useful life of a polyethylene hard hat?

In general, a hard hat can be used for the long term (five years from the date of use). After this time, it is recommended to destroy it and no longer wear it. The lifespan of a polyethylene model is two years.