J. J. Keller and ISEA Release Results of Head Protection Study

Results Reveal the Industry Is at a Turning Point for Head Protection Practices

J.J. Keller & Associate, Inc., a leading provider of safety and compliance solutions, and the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) recently joined forces to conduct a comprehensive study on head protection practices and challenges. The results of the study, titled “A Turning Point for Head Protection,” were released. The public can download the study report on the J. J. Keller® Safegear Protect website, and members of ISEA can download the study report on the association’s website.

J.J. Keller and ISEA experts will host a free webcast titled “Head Protection Practices and Challenges: A J. J. Keller and ISEA Collaborative Study,” examining the results, on November 13, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. central time. The public may register here.

Summary of Key Findings

• Head Protection Terminology Is Unclear in the Market Today.  While most safety professionals responding to the study expressed confidence that they understood various head protection terms, the research reveals there is actually significant confusion and over-simplification in the differences (and similarities) between hardhats and helmets;
• Safety Managers Experience Multiple Pain Points When It Comes to Managing Head Protection.  With more options for head protection than ever before, safety managers find themselves navigating a more complicated decision-making process. They are challenged to get employees to consistently wear head protection. They’re also challenged to find head protection that is comfortable for all workers;
• Care and Maintenance of Head Protection Needs Improvement.  Only 54 percent of responding safety managers train workers on how to maintain their head protection, suggesting a significant opportunity; and
• Standards Organizations, Manufacturers and Other Experts Have an Opportunity to Educate the Industry.  These groups can provide safety managers with clarity, guidance and education to address the evolving landscape of head protection.

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