Are hard hat stickers allowed?

Pressure sensitive, non-metallic stickers or tape with self-adhesive backing are acceptable on most of today’s hard hats. However there are some general guidelines to follow: Do not use stickers to cover up hard hat damage, and place stickers at least ½ inch from the helmets edge.

What do stickers on a hard hat mean?

Hard hat stickers symbolize the type of job and projects worked in the construction sites. They act as proof that a certain employee has been trained in a particular field of the job and are qualified for the post. They would also mean that an employee is trained in the handling of specific equipments in the site.

Can you put stickers on hard hats UK?

Because it is impossible to test against all types of adhesives, it is usually recommended to not use stickers. Hard hats have expiry dates. Because of the nature of the plastic in use, over time the material can weaken and will need replacing. Every hard hat, by law, will have a date inscribed on it somewhere.

Do hard hats Need chin straps?

According to OSHA, employees wearing hard hats and working at elevations create potential hazards for employees below. To protect workers below, OSHA requires employers to provide chin straps for the protective helmets worn by employees working at higher elevations, whether in an aerial lift or at the edge of a pit.

How much force can a hard hat take?

Back to impact protection, both types will withstand an 8 pound ball dropped from a height of 5 feet onto the top of the hard hat. Maximum peak force here would be 1000 pounds. This test is done at both 0 degrees F and 120 degrees F.

Can you put stickers on crash helmets?

5 Can I paint my helmet or put stickers on it? Neither AS1698 nor UNECE 22.05 specify painting or stickers so this is a grey area. Manufacturers advise you don’t and because of that the police may interpret that as meaning the helmet has been modified and therefore non-compliant.

Can you write on a hard hat?

The best practice is always to use the helmet as it was received from the manufacturer, or to consult the manufacturer before making any product modifications. I have been told in the past that using a Sharpie to mark up hard hats can weaken and damage a hard hat.

What does a black hard hat mean?

For example, a white hard hat is worn by site managers and vehicle marshals, an orange hard hat is worn by signalers and slingers and blue hard hats are worn by visitors. Likewise, a black hard hat is worn by site supervisors in the construction industry.

What kind of stickers do you use for a hard hat?

Custom vinyl hard hat stickers are perfect for front brim construction, vented, full brim, and mining hats. Each sticker has a protective laminate that resists scratching, wind, and exposure to sunlight.

How long does it take to get stickers on hard hat?

You can request changes to the color, borders, size or cut lines until you’re happy. Once approved, we print and ship your hard hat stickers within 4 days. Sticker Mule’s custom stickers are made in New York State. They look great on any style of hard hat for men and women.

How does the price of hard hat stickers affect the price?

Colors, fonts, and images will not affect the pricing of your hard hat sticker. The only factors that will impact the price of your sticker are the size and quantity you order and whether you request a color match proof. If you need a color match proof, please contact us to speak with one of our friendly customer service reps!

What does kiss cut mean on hard hat stickers?

Kiss-cut means we are only cutting through the vinyl layer (“sticker material”) and not cutting through the paper backing, leaving a paper material border around your sticker. When you choose a kiss-cut sticker, you will have extra material around your sticker for easy peeling. Please upload your 60 MB or smaller print ready file.