See the attached chart for help in determining the appropriate type of protection. Eye protection must be made available to employees, students and visitors when the potential for eye injury exists. If you have any questions regarding the selection of appropriate face protection call the Safety Department at X8925. Head Protection OSHA standards require that employees working in areas where there is a possible danger of injury to the head from impact, or from falling or flying objects, or from electrical shock, that they shall be protected by an approved-type protective helmet. Protective helmets shall bear a manufacturer's label indicating design compliance with the appropriate ANSI standard.
Helmets usually provide limited protection.
They reduce the effect of the force of falling objects, which strike the top of the shell. Never alter or modify the shell or suspension system except in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Avoid contact with live wires. Do not place or carry objects between the suspension and shell, or between the suspension and your head. The helmet should be worn square on the head, not tipped forward, backward, or to either side.