OSHA 10-Hour Construction ReviewPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Medium
A construction worker is performing tasks that involve potential exposure to falling objects, electrical hazards, and lateral impact. Which type of head protection is most appropriate for this worker?
- ABump cap
- BClass C hard hat
- CType I hard hat
- DType II hard hat
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Type II hard hat
Type II hard hats are designed to protect against both top and lateral impacts, as well as electrical hazards if they are also Class G or E. This makes them suitable for environments with diverse impact risks.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Bump caps are for minor scalp lacerations and abrasions, not for protection against falling objects or electrical hazards.
- B. Class C hard hats offer no electrical protection and only protect against top impact.
- C. Type I hard hats protect against top impact only, not lateral impact.
Hard Hat Types (OSHA)
OSHA-compliant hard hats are categorized by type (impact protection) and class (electrical protection).
- Type I: Protection from impacts to the top of the head.
- Type II: Protection from impacts to the top and sides/front/rear of the head.
- Classes G, E, C describe electrical protection.
Memory trick: Impacts Everywhere, Electrical Too, Type II is for You!