Saving Money on Hard Hats

Save money by investing in quality safety hats at reasonable prices

Hardhats are essential in many work environments. Saving money on this required expense can be as easy as comparing pricing options. Don't overspend on custom colors or designs if your hats aren't really going to help bring you extra business or be in the public eye. Most custom hard hats make sense as marketing tools only if the majority of your workforce is seen in the public eye. Instead, consider buying custom hats for management and others more visible than your crew may in the trenches or behind the scenes.

Save money by going with a plain hat that you can easily purchase in bulk. Consider the low cost colors and designs, and think about the longevity of the hat. Buying a low quality plastic hard hat with little comfort or support may not actually save you money in the long run. You may actually save money by buying the higher cost, tougher hat that lasts longer. Start saving money when you:

1. Research quality Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) approved hard hats.

2. Buy hats in bulk directly from hardhat makers and suppliers to save money.

3. Properly care for hats to promote longevity.

 

Research types of hard hats to find out how much you really need to spend

Choose the right type so you aren't wasting money on a hat that is too expensive and doesn't meet your needs. Find out what type of hat OSHA requires for your circumstance. Class A hats are good for low voltage and falling objects. Class B hats are rated for high voltage and Class C hats provide head protection only with no electrical protection. You will obviously pay less for a Class C hat, but make sure your hard hats protect your workers and provide the proper safety standards before deciding on a specific class hardhat.
Try: Read the guide to hard hats at the Professional Equipment website. You can also follow the information provided by All About Head Protection.

Use comparison websites to find hard hats for sale in bulk

Saving money on hard hats can be easy if you find the right supplier or comparable website that offers pricing information for several namebrand hard hat manufacturers. Look for suppliers that offer bulk discounts if you need a large number of hard hats, and establish a good buying relationship with the supplier to make sure they are willing to stand by their products.
Try: Discount Safety Gear and Industrial Safety Gear are both hard hat suppliers that offer several brands, styles and safety class hard hats. They both enable buyers to consider discount options for larger purchases.

Take care of your hard hats to keep them in good working order

Make sure you care for your hard hats to avoid unnecessary replacement costs. Keep them clean, protect them from heat and cold whenever possible, and provide a safe storage environment for the hats when your workers aren't wearing them. Providing hard hat safety training for your entire organization is also a good way to save on hard hat costs in that it prevents improper wear and tear.
Try: For more information about caring for hard hats, read "Extend the Wear of Your Hard Hat" at the Hard Hats Blog. Use one of the Hard Hat Training Series options for proper hat safety and maintenance training for your employees. Pollardwater manufactures wall, window or seat mounts for hard hats that meet safety regulations for proper storage.

 

• Hard hats can be affected by too much heat, so hanging them in the rear window of a vehicle or anywhere in direct sunlight for long periods is not recommended.

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