Working on a construction site is not easy, which is why it is so important to provide appropriate conditions to guarantee employees' safety and, if possible, comfortable work. What accessories should construction workers be equipped with?
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What material should a construction helmet be made of?
The basic element of a construction worker's equipment should be a properly fitted construction helmet . The choice cannot be accidental, because the health and life of people on the construction site may depend on the quality of the helmet and its solid workmanship. Head injuries that include, among others: as a result of being hit by a falling object or hitting protruding structural elements, machine parts, etc., these are some of the most common threats on construction sites. The helmet protects the head and protects it against a serious accident. An additional advantage is that the helmet also helps protect against splinters, splashes or hot chips that may appear when cutting metal elements.
Modern helmets are made of special materials. The most commonly used materials are: polyethylene, duroplastic laminates and ABS. To increase safety, they are additionally reinforced with appropriately matched carriers. However, in order to provide real protection, they must be individually adjusted to the size of each employee's head. A great convenience is the built-in adjustment of the main belt, which allows you to adjust the size to the user's head circumference. Modern helmets are additionally equipped with a sweat pad, located in the front part, whose task is to absorb sweat and improve work comfort. It is important that they also ensure adequate air circulation to protect against excessive sweating.
What types of work are earmuffs useful for?
Another element of construction workers' equipment are protective earmuffs . The employer is obliged to provide his employee with appropriate protection if his duties are performed in a place exposed to a high level of noise. It is worth remembering that protecting an employee's hearing is one of the employer's basic obligations. According to the regulations, personal protective equipment in the form of earmuffs should be provided depending on the time spent in noise and the time during which a given person is exposed to its adverse effects. Pursuant to Annex No. 2 to the Regulation of the Minister of Labor and Social Policy of November 29, 2002 on the highest permissible concentrations and intensities of factors harmful to health in the work environment, if continuous noise at a given workplace exceeds 85 dB, the employer is obliged to ensure appropriate hearing protection. An alternative to earmuffs are earplugs .
Construction works at different times of the year
When looking for appropriate personal protection items, it is worth paying attention to the time of year, if possible. On a construction site, when working on the construction of an object, thermal comfort is more important; in winter, the employee must be warm, while in summer, clothing should ensure adequate air circulation to reduce the risk of fainting.
In winter, a winter hat is best. This will protect the employee against excessive cooling. In summer, a baseball cap will be perfect. Such a hat provides basic protection against the sun.
Work items in the Onninen wholesaler
In the Onninen installation wholesaler you will find a wide selection of construction helmets made of polyethylene. They are available in three colors: white, orange and blue. These are professional solutions, solid, durable and professional, thanks to which you can ensure safety and comfort for yourself and your employees during every job. The Delta Plus orange Zircon 1 construction helmet is made of high-density polyethylene and allows for convenient adjustment to the head size of each user. It allows you to adjust the circumference in the range of 53-63 cm. Lightness is also a big advantage, because the weight of this model is only 370 g.
In winter, proper hats are perfect under your helmet to keep everyone warm. The Delta Plus acrylic knitted winter hat is made of double-thickness acrylic knitted fabric to ensure the highest thermal comfort. The caps are available in various colors, apart from yellow, we also sell black, navy blue, orange and gray. In summer, it is definitely better to equip employees with functional baseball caps, such as the Delta Plus baseball cap made of polyester and cotton . The hat from Delta Plus is a great combination of cotton and polyester. These hats are solid and durable, and at the same time comfortable and functional.
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