The hardhat is an essential piece of safety gear no construction worker should be without. Not all hardhats are made equal, however. Some provide only minor protection, while others are designed to protect workers from falling objects and electric shocks as high as 20,000 volts. Here’s an overview of the three classes of hardhats and things to consider when selecting the hardhat best suited to protect your most important asset—your brain. Hardhats come in three classes: Class A hardhats are designed for general use and are used regularly by workers in construction. They insulate workers from electrical shocks up to 2,200 volts and protect […]